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Steven Gares, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Steven is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Steven. View 28 reviews
Great news, Steven is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

I feel heard. THis is a rare thing.

Reviewed December 2024

He has been very helpful!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Steven

  • 12 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am licensed in Texas with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching ADHD Blended family issues Body image Codependency Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Steven Gares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699181297.

  • LPC · Texas · 69335 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Steven Gares

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

28 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Professional Understanding Empathetic Helpful Great listener Amazing Caring Comfortable

I feel heard. THis is a rare thing.

Reviewed December 2024

He has been very helpful!

Reviewed November 2024

He's great

Reviewed June 2024

Steve is a highly personable, professional therapist. He is always prepared for our sessions, is very responsive to feedback and checks in with me regularly. Highly recommended!

Reviewed June 2024

Steven is such a kind human and exactly what I need at this time in my life. He has provided flexibility and kind motivational words to keep me engaged. Thanks a ton Steven!

Reviewed May 2024

Steve shares freely of his life experiences as they related to mine. He's courteous. Doesn't pressure in anyway whatsoever. His laugh is contagious.

Reviewed February 2024

Steven is very supportive! It’s amazing and much appreciated.

Reviewed December 2023

I love my therapist and this app!

Reviewed December 2023

I highly recommend; Steve is understanding, caring, and relatable.

Reviewed November 2023

He is very professional and he is a very good listener. He makes me feel comfortable when talking what's on my mind.

Reviewed November 2023

Steven is the best listener and always brings a smile to my face at some point in my session. He is attentive, observant, and makes sure my needs are met,

Reviewed September 2023

Steven Gares embodies compassion and kindness. In the first 5 minutes of our session he was able to connect with me on a personal level by sharing his own devastating loss. Steven's transparency about overcoming his own struggles, and willingness to ( put himself out there ), allowed me to be more willing to share my life's travails. Steven's empathetic nature made me feel listened to and not just heard. I highly recommend Stephen Gares to anyone in need.

Reviewed August 2023

Extremely empathetic

Reviewed July 2023

Steve is a very skilled therapist and I highly recommend Steve…is such a great listener and has empathy which I appreciate so much! Thank you Steve for a top notch, therapeutic service!

Reviewed June 2023

Steven has been very helpful and available even if the time was unscheduled. It’s nice to know someone is there to listen and talk if able.

Reviewed March 2023

I just had my first ever therapy session with Steven Gares today and it brought me great comfort knowing I could speak my mind and not be judged. I was met with a great attitude and feedback that will help me in the long run. Thank you so much for an amazing experience!

Reviewed March 2023

Steven Gares is really helping me sort through my feelings in a professional manner. I did not know that Therapy could be so good for you. I have been stuck in grief for a long time and it feels good to work through this. I highly recommend BetterHelp to everyone.

Reviewed March 2023

Very friendly and easy to talk to.

Reviewed February 2023

Positive attitude, very helpful, and understanding. Great listener and great advice.

Reviewed February 2023

Steven Gares is the best therapist I have ever had. He listens attentively, suggests specific solutions and changes of perspective. What I find most impressive is his gift to motivate and believe in you. He creates a space of mutual trust and respect. You immediately feel comfortable and understood with him! I can recommend him with full conviction!

Reviewed February 2023

The sessions with Mr Steven Gares are helping me a lot,I feeling that it helps me in a good sense,and it care about my concerns,is also a good listener and know to put the questions at the right time and moment.

Reviewed January 2023

Steve is a wonderful listener who sees the good in people. He has been very empathetic to what I have been going through and offered some very useful advice and guidance to help me move through my struggles. My time talking with Steve has been like talking to a close friend but with all the sage experience of a professional. Highly recommended!

Reviewed December 2022

Steven is a great therapist. He listens and asks great questions. He is easy to talk to and really likes to get to know his patients.

Reviewed September 2022

Steven is an exemplary therapist. He is a great listener and communicator. He is compassionate, caring and very understanding . He seems to always know exactly what to say to make your day better , make you smile or help you through a situation. I would highly recommend Steven to anyone for any of their therapy needs .

Reviewed September 2022

Steven is phenomenal, he knows exactly what you need to hear to get you through rough times.

Reviewed September 2022

It's been challenging to connect for personal appointments cuz of extreme time difference. I'm in Shanghai he's in Dallas. But he responds immediately (I assume) to my msgs

Reviewed September 2022

I really like Steven. He’s like the coach I needed. He’s very calming and very logical with his thought which works very well for me! He also knows how to fill the silence when I don’t know what to say.

Reviewed August 2022

Steven has been a huge help to me in these troubling times, he has helped me keep a clear, level head and has been extremely supportive and understanding. Mr. Gares has played a huge role in my emotional recovery so far and i will remember him for the rest of my life, he deserves the world.

Reviewed August 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Steven Gares offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Steven Gares works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Steven Gares speak?

Steven Gares speaks English.

How many years of experience does Steven Gares have?

Steven Gares has 12 years of experience.

Where is Steven Gares licensed to practice?

Steven Gares is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Steven Gares accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Steven Gares accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Steven Gares offer?

Steven Gares offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Steven Gares?

Steven Gares can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Steven Gares?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.