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Dr. Gary Ward, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Gary is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Gary. View 43 reviews
Great news, Gary is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas and Texas

Recent reviews

Very consistent.

Reviewed May 2024

Dr. Ward is incredible. Best counselor I have had in years.

Reviewed February 2024

More about Gary

  • 12 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC, LMFT

Hello, I am Gary Ward. I am a native Texan, am married with four adult children and ten grand children. I received my Masters in Professional Counseling in 2008 and went on to complete a Doctor of Ministry degree in Pastoral Counseling . During those years, I received three counseling licenses, and LPC, LMFT and and LCDC. I spent ten years in ministry working with families and individuals, and fifteen years in public education working with high schoolers coping with learning difficulties, and their families.

I believe that though all of us have wide scope of relationships, nevertheless we are individuals with our own needs. Counseling is personal and I will treat everyone with compassion and respect. Though I am a Christian, my approaches to therapy are diversified and are applied to your needs and situation. I will help you connect with your strengths and abilities and work with you to find the outcomes your are seeking. Everyone of us is on a journey, has an ongoing story. Improving is a process. Making positive changes is very much possible. I look forward to meeting, hearing your story and coming along side and helping in any way I can.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Depression Addictions Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Divorce and separation Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Post-traumatic stress Self-love Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Gary Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164026217.

  • LPC · Texas · 66728 · Expires February 2026
  • LMFT · Texas · 201768 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Dr. Gary Ward

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

43 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Understanding Amazing Helpful Listens Recommend Comfortable Easy Great listener Attentive

Very consistent.

Reviewed May 2024

Dr. Ward is incredible. Best counselor I have had in years.

Reviewed February 2024

I’m enjoying my sessions with Dr. Ward. He is easy and comfortable to talk to.

Reviewed February 2022

Dr Ward is very understanding and approachable. I have no problem opening up to him.

Reviewed December 2023

Dr. Ward is a great listener and helps me make sense of my thoughts and emotions. He makes everything feel comfortable to talk about and guides me through my struggles. I highly recommend his services.

Reviewed July 2023

The therapy affect/effect movements took place immediately.

Reviewed May 2023

I’ve been seeing Dr. Ward for over a year and he personable, kind and cares.

Reviewed April 2023

Dr. Ward is attentive to my needs and gives me ways to cope with the stress I go through

Reviewed April 2023

Very satisfied with the help I’m getting!

Reviewed February 2023

Dr. Ward is great! He’s very attentive and provides great insight. He is a great fit for you if you are a Christian and would prefer to have that as part of your counseling.

Reviewed January 2023

Very insightful and practical.

Reviewed January 2023

Great listner and helper to see both sides

Reviewed January 2023

I was immediately at ease with Dr Ward. He's everything I had hoped for when answering the screening questions. He's exactly what I need, and I am confident my time with him will be valuable and helpful.

Reviewed January 2023

Dr. Ward is so compassionate and a great listener. He guided me to discover new aspects of my personality.

Reviewed January 2023

Excellent Helpful

Reviewed November 2022

I have felt a great connection with Dr Ward. He is straight and to the point. He is a great listener and I value his insight and expertise very highly

Reviewed November 2022

We’ve only had a couple of sessions things seem to going well

Reviewed November 2022

An easy going person to talk to. Helped me to consider alternatives to the situation and really showed a lot of genuine compassion.

Reviewed November 2022

Gary is amazing, very thoughtful and helpful. Could not be happier.

Reviewed September 2022

Dr. Ward is very easy to talk to, very conversational. Feel very comfortable talking to him. He doesn't judge me.

Reviewed September 2022

I have had two session with Dr. Ward. I feel like we can make a lot of progress together. I'd certainly recommend Dr. Ward!

Reviewed July 2022

Dr. Ward was my first therapist, and he really listens and engages with what you tell him. He never feels over-bearing and will just let you tell him what you want to tell him. I recommend Gary to anyone who is just starting therapy.

Reviewed June 2022

He allows for a greater understanding of my concerns I am pleased

Reviewed June 2022

Dr. Ward is helping me in finding my way through the grief I am experiencing. He listens well, understands what I am saying, and genuinely helps me work through my feelings. I would recommend him to anyone.

Reviewed May 2022

Great listener , shares personal anecdotes to make it more relatable.i got the clarity I needed after speaking to him

Reviewed April 2022

Dr. Ward is understanding, he listens to my concerns. Makes me understand things I need to understand.

Reviewed April 2022

It took a lot of work on my part but I have been able to basically completely turn my day to day around thanks to working with Dr Ward. Of course I still sometimes feel depressed (who doesnt?) but I’m now able to work through this and recover very quickly instead of feeling stuck and helpless for days on end. I feel a lot happier on ordinary days. My family and friends notice this. I notice it too. He’s a very compassionate and understanding person who is also steeped in the academic literature on lots of aspects of mental health and has a lot of experience working with people. So what works for one person might not work for everyone, but he has this broad knowledge and can come at problems from lots of different angles. We tried treatment techniques from a few different schools of thought before I found what really helped me. I can tell he really knows what he is talking about - not just from books and journal papers but also from helping people. I have no hesitation recommending Dr Ward and I’m not the kind of person who usually leaves reviews for anything. I hope if you are reading this that you find this helpful.

Reviewed April 2022

Amazing at hearing what you're trying to say but don't have words for. Perfect for people who aren't very emotionally literate; helpful with understanding why you feel what you do about life events. ..

Reviewed February 2022

I find Dr. Ward very easy to talk to. He's non-judgmental and has lots of positive ideas and suggestions on how to approach my problems. I'm feeling much less anxiety in general since I've been talking with him. He's extremely knowledgeable and I'm confident that he can help me.

Reviewed February 2022

Dr ward is very patient and understanding

Reviewed January 2022

Dr.Ward is amazing. He has already helped me in little time. Thank you so much Dr. Ward

Reviewed December 2021

Betterhelp has proven to already be the most amazing counseling I have ever found. They paired me more than perfectly with my counselor. The price is amazing for the recources and time given! I highly reccomend Gary Ward and Betterhelp to everyone!

Reviewed December 2021

Dr Ward is a man of strong faith. I feel very comfortable with his beliefs and approach on therapy. He truely listens to every aspect of my concerns.

Reviewed December 2021

Dr. Ward is a wonderful listener. He provides many analogies and scenarios that resonate with me and help me apply his advice to my life. I have made drastic changes in my life since starting therapy with him and I feel super grateful!

Reviewed November 2021

Dr. Ward is very attentive and professional at all times, I would definitely recommend him to my peers.

Reviewed September 2021

Dr. Ward is a very kind man. He listens and he cares about how you feel and how you make yourself feel. He makes you feel comfortable and I’ve appreciated every conversation I’ve had with him.

Reviewed August 2021

I haven't felt more seen or heard as a human being than after talking with Dr. Ward. He is so kind and great at reminding you that you are not alone and that you can achieve happiness no matter what your circumstances are.

Reviewed July 2021

Dr. Ward has a way of putting one at ease. He creates a very safe space to share and work through issues

Reviewed June 2021

Amazing counselor! Very kind, patient, understanding, and knowledgeable. Just what I needed…

Reviewed June 2021

Dr. Ward is providing me the tools to identify what works and what does not work in my daily life.

Reviewed June 2021

I have been to therapy many times before and for the first time in my life I have found someone who works perfectly for me. Dr. Ward is the best person I have ever dealt with and would recommend him to anyone who needs help.

Reviewed April 2021

Super helpful and listens well to what is going on. He responds pretty quickly and really understands what I’m going through

Reviewed April 2021

Dr. Ward is super easy to talk to! I feel like I have a safe space while talking with him! He’s very down to earth!

Reviewed April 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Gary Ward offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Gary Ward works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Gary Ward speak?

Dr. Gary Ward speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Gary Ward have?

Dr. Gary Ward has 12 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Gary Ward licensed to practice?

Dr. Gary Ward is licensed to practice in Texas and Texas.

Does Dr. Gary Ward accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Gary Ward does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Gary Ward offer?

Dr. Gary Ward offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Gary Ward?

Dr. Gary Ward can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Gary Ward?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.