Dennis Steelman

Dennis Steelman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with eight years of experience. He supports people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, trauma and abuse, and issues tied to guilt and shame or sexual assault and abuse. He encourages a steady, step-by-step approach to change and respects the effort it takes to start therapy.

Dennis frames therapy as a collaborative process. He listens to where someone has been and helps map out where they want to go. He uses a mix of methods and chooses what fits each person rather than applying a single technique to every case.

Sessions focus on practical steps people can use between meetings. That may include noticing patterns of thought, trying different coping skills, and working through upsetting memories when the timing feels right. The aim is to reduce immediate distress and build tools for handling future challenges.

He describes the therapeutic relationship as central. Building trust and a clear plan are early priorities, and progress is reviewed regularly so the work stays connected to real-life goals. Dennis emphasizes that change often takes time and steady effort.

People who reach out can expect calm pacing and direct conversation. He helps clients sort through emotions, set realistic goals, and take manageable steps toward a healthier day-to-day life.

How CBT and EMDR are used in online therapy

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test them against real-life evidence. It usually involves short tasks to try between sessions, like tracking thoughts or practicing new behaviors, and can be useful for anxiety, anger, and depression.

EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a method used to reduce the intensity of distressing memories. It guides the person through structured processing of trauma so the memory becomes less overwhelming and more manageable in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about symptoms, goals, and preferences, and then recommend methods to try. That choice is made together and can change as progress is reviewed.

Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt homework, tracking tools, and in-session exercises to work across distance so the therapy stays practical and goal-focused.