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Location(s):
- Pathways Psychological Services Golden Valley
Gary has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. Over that time, he has developed a diverse base of experience, ranging from helping children overcome phobias, to working with executives of major companies. Gary is a licensed psychologist, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and a certified employee assistance professional.
Gary specializes in treating the following disorders/problems:
- Anxiety Disorders (Phobias & Panic)
- Mood Disorders (Depression & Bipolar)
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Anger Management
- Alcohol/Drug Addition
- Codependency
- Parenting and Family Issues
- Marital Conflict
- Divorce Recovery
- Men's Issues
- Spiritual/Faith Related Issues
- Grief & Loss
- Workplace/Occupational Issues
- Psychological and Personality Testing
Gary works with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children over age seven. When a child or adolescent is obtaining therapy, at least one parent must participate in each session.
Gary has experience working with people in different occupations, e.g., doctors, nurses, teachers, counselors, police officers, executives, and pastors.
Philosophy:
Gary utilizes a cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused short-term counseling approach to assist individuals and families in resolving their problems and achieving their goals. In addition, Gary helps people understand the role that Christ and His grace play in the process of healing and changing.
Licensures & Certifications:
- Licensed Psychologist (LP3160)
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (982)
- Certified Employee Assistance Professional
- Approved supervisor for LMFT, LPC, and LPCC licensures
Education:
- Pepperdine University, MA in Counseling Psychology
- University of Minnesota, BA in Psychology
Select Books:
- His Needs, Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage, by Willard F. Harley, Jr.
- The Explosive Child: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children, by Ross W. Greene, Ph.D.
- Why Do They Act That Way?: A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen, by David Walsh, Ph.D.
- Freedom From Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Personalized Recovery Program for Living with Uncertainty, by Jonathan Grayson, Ph.D.
