Gary Stittgen, MSW, LCSW, TX | Psychotherapist

About Gary Stittgen

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Families

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Christian Counseling

Dialectical (DBT)

Coaching

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Gary Stittgen

Gary Stittgen Jr. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas & Arizona. Gary is a Certified Gottman Therapist! specializing in marriage counseling & divorce, parenting, and other relationship concerns, as well as anxiety, stress, depression, and other general mental health concerns. Over his 10 years of experience in the mental health field, Gary has developed a focus on communication, social-emotional aspects, and reality-based problem solving to assist clients in achieving their therapeutic goals.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Gary's niche and passion is working with couple's aimed aat repairing or strengthening their union. His training as a Certified Gottman Therapist allows him to expertly assess the issues and craft personal treatment plans along the since of what makes marriages work, aka The Sound Relationship House. For individual services, Gary uses evidence-based techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), two therapy modalities that encourage clients to understand the influence of their thoughts and feelings on their behaviors. Gary’s ultimate goal is to help clients free themselves from the unhelpful behaviors and cognitive distortions that are unhelpful to their achievement of their ultimate goals. As a Certified Yoga Instructor, he also incorporates elements of mindfulness and yoga into his sessions. Gary is dedicated to finding a treatment plan that works for each client. To this end, initial sessions with Gary include a diagnostic evaluation, an orientation to his therapeutic approaches, treatment planning, and then the start of therapeutic work by session three.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I believe social connection is one of the most important aspects of life that can lead to happiness, satisfaction, and joy. I promise that I will always be able to engage you in a heartfelt manner that honors the trust and connection you are trying to build with others and myself. My training with Gottman Institute has lead me to complete the level three training and plans to become a fully certified Gottman Therapist. This approach is evidence based to assist you in building relationships that a deep and fulfilling. I look forward to sharing this perspective and approaches with you! Please reach out and lets connect!

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Anxiety

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Office location

Gary Stittgen, MSW, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Gaining Perspective Counseling, PLLC

800 Rockmead Dr, Ste 113, Houston, TX 77339

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Education and background

Practice names

Gaining Perspective Counseling, PLLC

Education and training

Fordham University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1497395859

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Gary Stittgen?

Generally, Gary Stittgen has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Gary Stittgen's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Gary Stittgen accepting new patients?

Gary Stittgen generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Gary Stittgen's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Gary Stittgen accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Gary Stittgen online?

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What practice does Gary Stittgen work with?

Gary Stittgen works with Gaining Perspective Counseling, PLLC.

Where is Gary Stittgen's office located?

Gary Stittgen has 3 office locations, including in Broaddus, Houston, and Supai, view full addresses on Gary Stittgen's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Gary Stittgen?

Gary Stittgen frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Gary Stittgen on their profile.