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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- CBT and solution-focused
About Gary
Gary Youssef is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 22 years of clinical experience. He practices in Ohio and works with adults who are managing stress, anxiety, parenting pressures, relationship and family concerns, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, and related issues.
He takes a practical approach in sessions. Gary uses straightforward tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work to address thoughts, habits, and immediate problems. He also draws on motivational interviewing to help people clarify goals and find reasons to change.
Gary has substantial experience in pediatric behavioral health and family settings. Much of his earlier work was in outpatient psychiatry at a major children's hospital, where he provided care for children and their families and supported a large caseload over many years. He also supported service members and their families through work in a military medical center.
In session he focuses on actionable steps parents and adults can use at home. That can mean changing daily routines, adjusting how people talk to one another, or breaking big problems into small tasks. He also offers coaching-style support for career or school stress and guidance on coping with life changes.
Away from work he is a father and enjoys athletics and cooking. People who choose his services should expect direct, task-oriented sessions that aim to resolve pressing household and parenting difficulties.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Gary commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in his practice. CBT looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and gives concrete strategies to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and anger. Motivational interviewing focuses on building a person's own reasons for change and can be useful for addictions, coaching, and situations where someone feels stuck.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work collaboratively with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and daily life. Sessions are practical and goal-focused, and adjustments are made as progress and needs become clearer.
The biography does not list specific online session formats. Please confirm the available formats before booking so you know whether sessions are by video, phone, or another method. A common benefit of remote sessions is easier fitting therapy around work, school, and parenting demands - shorter check-ins, fewer commute hours, and the ability to schedule around family routines can make regular sessions more practical.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
California, Ohio
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does he help with at home?
He works with stress, anxiety, parenting pressures, relationship and family concerns, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, and related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a practical, action-oriented style blending cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques with motivational interviewing to set goals and change habits.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 22 years of experience providing mental health services in outpatient and family settings, including substantial work in pediatric behavioral health.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT and LIMFT licensed in California and Ohio and practices in Ohio.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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