Key details
- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Texas / 81891
- NPI1225789282
- Experience3 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationTexas
About
- relationship struggles
- anger and reactivity
- communication problems
About Gene
Gene Gibbs is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with three years of clinical experience. He focuses on common life stresses including relationship problems, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and adapting to change. He works with adults who are trying to get a handle on snapping at loved ones, ongoing resentment, or stressful reactions at work.
In sessions he keeps language straightforward and practical. Conversations cover recent events, patterns of reaction, and the small changes people can try between meetings. He listens for how anger and frustration show up in relationships and daily routines, then helps people name what is happening and try concrete alternatives.
Gene also addresses practical topics like communication problems, commitment issues, caregiving strain, and the effects of family of origin. He supports people coping with life transitions such as divorce, hospice and end-of-life concerns, or immigration-related stress. He will also work with clients facing substance concerns and issues tied to first responder roles.
Therapy is a collaborative effort. Sessions include straightforward reflection, skills practice, and planning for real situations outside therapy. The aim is to reduce moments of reactivity and increase clearer choices about how to respond.
Sessions are conducted in English and are based in Texas. Gene asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial appointment to begin.
How sessions work
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Gene works with practical, evidence-based approaches that focus on observable change. One common method is behavioral skills work, which teaches concrete actions and coping strategies to use when anger or anxiety flares. This helps people practice different responses in everyday situations. Another common strand is problem-focused work that looks at communication and relationship patterns, helping people try new ways to speak and set limits that reduce ongoing friction.Choosing which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist and client discuss goals, try methods that seem to fit, and adjust based on what works. That means sessions can shift between skill practice, talking through a recent conflict, and planning specific steps to try before the next meeting.
If you are considering remote sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking. Many people find online options useful because they fit into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins during workday breaks, and remove commute time. Whatever the format, the focus remains on practicing techniques and improving daily reactions so relationships and routines feel more manageable.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with relationship strain, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and coping with life changes along with related issues such as caregiving stress and communication problems.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses straightforward, evidence-based techniques focused on noticing patterns, practicing small changes, and planning for real-life situations.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional work experience as an LPC in Texas.
Where is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices with a Texas-based focus.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How do sessions and payment work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.