Gary Ridings

My therapy approach is more in line with Cognitive Behavior and is solution focused. After receiving my M.S. in Family Therapy I was licensed as a Clinical Marriage and Family therapist in multiple states. I have worked in private practice for many years along with mental health clinics and hospitals. My goal is to help the client feel relaxed and comfortable in session and to help them determine and reach their goals of living a healthy and fulfilling life.

I prefer a Cognitive behavioral approach in the beginning and working in other models of therapy as needed to reach the client's goals. Most of my clients seem to enjoy a solution-focused model to reach their goals in the shortest amount of time.

Introduction to therapeutic environment, defining presenting issue, set goals and expectations for on-going sessions, along with time to present the major concerns needing immediate attention.