Therapist profile
Theodore Woodard, LPCC, LPC
Licensed counselor - Stress and addictions
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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Theodore
Theodore Woodard is an LPCC and an LPC with four years of professional experience in California. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, grief, and other life changes. Theodore’s practice also includes concerns such as codependency, substance and process addictions, and workplace or young adult issues.
He uses straightforward, person-focused conversations. He treats the person as the expert on their life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions center on practical steps and clear goals rather than jargon or lengthy theory discussions.
Theodore draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns. He also uses Client-Centered techniques to listen, Motivational Interviewing to boost readiness for change, and Solution-Focused approaches to set short-term goals. These methods are used to address addiction, anxiety, mood concerns, and relationship tension.
In a typical meeting he will help identify one or two manageable changes to try between sessions. He pays attention to culturally relevant issues and to how background or identity can affect coping. Conversations aim to be direct and usable in daily life.
People who want a practical approach that connects thinking, behavior, and motivation may find this style helpful. Theodore works in English and practices under his California LPCC and Texas LPC credentials.
How sessions work
How his approaches are used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to you. It helps when a person needs to feel heard and to identify their own priorities before making changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is used to spot patterns that maintain anxiety or low mood and to try simple behavioral experiments or thought records to test new ways of responding.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to increase readiness for change. It helps people weigh pros and cons and build motivation for steps such as reducing substance use or trying a new coping strategy.
Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as needed.
Confirm the session formats available before booking so you know how you will meet. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare, or daily routines. They also allow for shorter check-ins when life is busy and can reduce travel time, helping people keep regular momentum between appointments.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Texas, California
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, grief, trauma and related issues listed in his specialties.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He practices person-focused conversations and uses goal-oriented methods like CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy to create practical steps you can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional work experience supporting people with mood, anxiety, and addiction concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LPCC and LPC credentials and lists California as his location, with licensure noted as CA LPCC and TX LPC.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
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