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- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem work
- Gender dysphoria focus
About Gregory
LCSW in California with 27 years of experience, Gregory Keeler focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, LGBT concerns, self-esteem, and related life challenges. He works with people facing relationship strain, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, anger, career questions, bipolar disorder, gender dysphoria, and HIV/AIDS. Sessions are presented as a collaborative effort where the client’s experience guides the work.
Gregory starts by listening to the immediate problem and what the person wants to change. He treats the client as the expert on their life and helps identify strengths they already have. Conversations are direct and practical, aimed at small, manageable steps rather than vague goals.
His approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and build coping skills. That can include strategies for managing anxiety and depression and for handling life transitions and relationship problems. The work often focuses on improving everyday functioning and coping, not on labels alone.
Gregory has spent nearly three decades helping people sort through complicated issues. He frames sessions around clear objectives and measurable progress when that fits the person’s needs. He also pays attention to topics that affect identity and health, like gender dysphoria and living with HIV/AIDS.
People who choose him can expect straightforward, practical conversations about what’s getting in the way and what might help next. To start, clients complete an intake that clarifies goals and preferred ways of working before scheduling a first session.
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How Gregory Uses Evidence-Based Approaches Online
Gregory works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and symptom reduction. One common approach is behavioral strategies for anxiety and depression that break problems into small, actionable steps and practice new responses. These techniques help with panic, low mood, and daily functioning by teaching coping skills and activity planning.Another approach centers on identity-affirming work for LGBT concerns and gender dysphoria. This involves validating a person’s experience, clarifying values, and addressing stressors related to identity and health. That work often includes problem-solving around relationships, coming out, or managing stigma and medical concerns such as living with HIV/AIDS.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Gregory collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and comfort level. He will review options, try approaches, and adjust plans based on what is helpful.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel, allowing shorter check-ins, and making scheduling more flexible. Licensed professionals can use different formats to match an individual’s needs, and Gregory will discuss what works best during the intake.
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, bipolar concerns, career issues, and LGBT related matters including gender dysphoria and HIV/AIDS.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a collaborative, strengths-based style and focuses on practical steps. Conversations aim to identify strengths and build coping skills.
How much experience does he have?
He has 27 years of professional experience working in behavioral health and related areas.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in California and practices out of that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific pricing is provided during intake.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing the short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.