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Geoffrey Stratton

Therapist

Geoffrey Stratton

LCSW

Texas · 17+ years of experience

Practical, compassionate care for everyday challenges

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  • 17 years experience
  • LCSW in Texas
  • English sessions

About Geoffrey

Geoffrey Stratton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas with 17 years of experience. He focuses on practical help for people dealing with stress, low mood, relationship strain, and self-esteem struggles. Geoffrey aims for clear, respectful conversations that fit each persons situation.

He works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, and ADHD. He also addresses intimacy-related issues, career stress, parenting pressures, and challenges tied to aging, caregiving, chronic illness, or adoption and foster care. Geoffrey draws on a blend of approaches to meet different needs rather than a single technique.

In sessions he emphasizes listening and tailoring the plan to what the person actually needs. Conversations focus on useful steps and skills that can be practiced between meetings. He describes therapy as a collaborative effort where goals and methods are adjusted as progress is made.

Geoffrey brings a calm, compassionate stance to difficult topics like loss, anger, or feeling stuck. He aims to help people find more confidence and better ways to cope with lifes changes. Parents or caregivers concerned about stress and burnout may find his practical focus helpful.

People looking to begin are invited to start with a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability. Geoffrey will work with each person to set clear goals and keep the plan focused on what matters most to them.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

17+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

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Approaches that guide online work and goal setting

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions that add meaning, which can help with anxiety, depression, and feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches skills to change them, useful for anxiety, mood, and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationships affect current connections and can help with intimacy, communication, and trust issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Geoffrey will discuss different methods and help decide what fits best with the person's goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that may combine elements from more than one approach as needs change.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make scheduling easier, let sessions fit a workday or caregiving routine, and reduce travel time. It also allows for shorter check-ins or phone-based conversations when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Talk with Geoffrey about how to structure sessions so they fit everyday life and the goals you want to reach.

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Geoffrey address?

Geoffrey helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, trauma, ADHD, and many related concerns such as self-esteem, parenting, and caregiver stress.

What is his therapy style like?

He uses a respectful, practical approach that focuses on clear conversations and concrete steps. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to each person's needs.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 17 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Texas and practices there.

Which languages and international arrangements are supported?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts 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 and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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