Rev. Gary Greene , LPC

Rev. Gary Greene brings decades of community counseling experience to his practice, combining formal training with long-term work across community and hospital settings. He earned a Master degree in Marriage and Family Counseling in 2001 from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and became a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in 2005. He is also a doctoral candidate in Pastoral Counseling, listed as ABD (all but dissertation).

He has provided counseling to people of all ages in inpatient and outpatient hospital settings as well as in community-based programs. His training covers families and couples, parenting concerns, self-esteem work, grief and loss, psychological trauma, depressive mood disorders, ADHD, and anxiety disorders. Two areas he emphasizes are the effects of loss-related trauma and helping couples navigate crises in their relationships.

In practice he commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems models alongside a person-centered approach that prioritizes genuine care and respect for each individual. His work reflects his values while honoring the beliefs and goals of those he counsels, with an emphasis on practical strategies and collaborative problem solving.

Approaches for Online Therapy and How They Help

Rev. Gary Greene often integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) into his online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive environment where the person leads the pace of change; it is helpful for building self-esteem, navigating life transitions, and improving relationships. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) examines the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and offers structured tools to address anxiety, depression, and patterns that sustain difficulties. Narrative therapy is also used to help people separate themselves from problems and reframe the stories that shape their reactions, which can be useful for trauma, grief, and identity-related concerns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Rev. Gary Greene works collaboratively with each person to identify the methods that best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and continuity of care. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations and can support consistent work on stress, relationships, trauma, and other concerns without requiring travel.