Geoffrey Stratton
LCSW
Compassionate, practical therapy for real-life challenges
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- 17 years experience
- Focus on anger
- Texas licensed LCSW
About Geoffrey
He draws on straightforward, goal-oriented methods to help people manage overwhelming feelings and rebuild confidence. Sessions include talking through problems, learning skills to cope better, and shaping a plan that fits daily life. Geoffrey pays attention to grief, loss, addiction concerns, and challenges that affect self-esteem and motivation.
Clients may also work on issues tied to identity and relationships, such as LGBT concerns, intimacy-related struggles, and communication problems. He offers support for practical life stresses too, including career changes, parenting strain, caregiving stress, chronic illness, and navigating big life transitions. Geoffrey also addresses ADHD, trauma and abuse, and complications from abandonment or adoption histories.
His style blends listening with evidence-informed techniques. That can mean using cognitive behavioral exercises to change unhelpful thinking, skills for emotion regulation, or methods that center values and meaningful connection. He adapts each session based on what the person needs that week.
Geoffrey works with people who want clear steps and compassionate guidance. He encourages small, steady changes and helps clients track progress. Those interested in starting will find a straightforward process to match with his practice.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How different approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking small actions toward those values, even when feelings are difficult. It can help with anxiety, low mood, and motivation problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns; this can be useful for anxiety, depression, and anger. Attachment-Based Therapy centers on how early and current relationships shape feelings and expectations, and it can help people improve connection and resolve recurring relationship patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Geoffrey will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. That choice can shift over time as progress is made and priorities change.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists trained in these approaches often adapt exercises and homework for remote sessions so people can practice skills between meetings and track real-world progress.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Texas
- Experience
- 17+ years
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Languages
- English
- License (Texas)
- LCSW · No. 63611
- NPI
- 1548032030
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Geoffrey help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, self-esteem struggles, and a wide range of life challenges listed in his specialties.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is practical and compassionate, combining active listening with goal-focused methods. Sessions often include talking through problems, learning coping skills, and planning steps to make daily life easier.
What is his background and experience?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of professional experience. His background includes work with grief, family conflict, motivation, and self-esteem concerns.
Where is Geoffrey licensed and based?
He holds a Texas LCSW credential and practices from Texas. Sessions and services are provided under that credential.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to make sure they meet your needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on your situation and scheduling.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability to begin the intake and matching process.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.