Dennis Steelman , LPC

Dennis Steelman is a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor who guides people through recovery with a steady, relational approach. He combines practical strategies with an understanding of personal history to help clients explore where they have been and where they want to go. With certifications that reflect training in substance use and trauma care, Dennis emphasizes the healing potential of a strong therapeutic relationship and tailors his work to the needs of each person he meets.

Dennis holds multiple credentials listed in his professional background: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) - a credential focused on treating substance use concerns, Certification in Mental Health Teletherapy (CTMH) - indicating training in providing therapy remotely, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) - reflecting specialized trauma training. He draws from a range of theoretical perspectives, including humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral approaches, and adapts techniques to fit each client’s goals and circumstances.

Believing that meaningful change takes time and willingness to examine the past and present, Dennis supports clients as they work toward a healthier future. He encourages steady effort, collaborative exploration, and realistic steps toward recovery, aiming to walk alongside clients as they build greater understanding and resilience.

Online Approaches for Trauma and Anxiety Care

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used to address symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and difficulties with self-esteem by teaching practical skills to manage thoughts and reactions.

EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a trauma-focused method that supports processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional impact. It is commonly used for trauma and abuse-related concerns and aims to help the brain integrate difficult experiences more adaptively.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dennis Steelman works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and to decide whether CBT, EMDR, or a blended approach will best serve the client. That collaborative planning helps tailor sessions to what matters most to the individual.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions are delivered - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into a busy life and to maintain continuity when in-person visits are not possible. Licensed professionals can use these formats to provide consistent support, adapt interventions to the medium, and help clients move toward their goals from locations that work for them.