- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Life purpose
About Gerald
Dr. Gerald S Graham is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama with nine years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, low self-esteem, and people coping with life changes. He also has experience supporting concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, chronic illness and pain, and matters related to veterans and first responders.
He blends practical talk therapy with techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches. Sessions focus on clear goals, noticing thoughts and behaviors that get in the way, and trying small changes to test what helps. Motivational interviewing is used to clarify values and strengthen reasons for change.
Dr. Graham describes work on trauma using focused strategies to reduce the hold of painful memories and improve daily functioning. He addresses stress tolerance, burnout prevention, and performance-related anxiety with strategies that apply to high-stress jobs and life transitions. Conversations often include skills for managing mood, increasing emotional regulation, and improving communication.
People can expect direct, structured sessions that aim to make progress on practical problems. He will help identify obstacles and lay out concrete steps to address them. The emphasis is on usable tools that fit into everyday life and on reviewing what works and what needs adjusting.
To begin, prospective clients follow the practice's intake process to match with a clinician and schedule a first session. Sessions are conducted in English and informed by Dr. Graham's background in performance psychology and counseling.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and collaboration. The therapist encourages people to speak freely while reflecting back concerns and priorities, which helps clarify what matters most and guides next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact. It uses practical exercises to test assumptions, change unhelpful thinking patterns, and build new coping habits that reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches noticing thoughts and physical sensations without judgment. It can reduce reactivity to stress and improve focus, which is useful for anxiety, chronic pain, and burnout related concerns.
Choosing an approach is part of the work together. The therapist discusses goals, preferences, and the problem at hand, and will recommend or combine methods based on what seems most helpful. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress is reviewed.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the original profile emphasizes teletherapy but does not list all options. Online appointments can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so therapy can be scheduled around work, medical care, or other commitments.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem issues, and people coping with life changes. Additional focuses include chronic pain, attachment problems, isolation, and life purpose.
How does he approach someone who feels stuck?
He uses client-centered conversations alongside cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small, practical changes. Motivational interviewing is used when people need help clarifying goals and reasons to change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience in counseling and related clinical work. That background includes working with people from high-stress roles and those facing major life transitions.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama. The LPC credential is presented as supplied.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
The original profile notes teletherapy work with adults. Confirm the current session formats before booking to ensure they match your needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the intake process.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the process described.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.