Rev. Gary Greene , LPC

Rev. Gary Greene is a Licensed Professional Counselor who combines extensive clinical training with decades of community-based practice. He completed a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling in 2001 at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and later obtained state licensure as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - in 2005. He has been providing counseling services since 1986 and is a doctoral candidate in Pastoral Counseling (ABD - all but dissertation).

He has worked across a range of settings, including community programs and hospital inpatient and outpatient services, offering care to people of all ages and backgrounds. His training covers families and couples, parenting concerns, self-esteem, grief and loss, psychological trauma, depressive mood disorders, ADHD, and anxiety disorders. Two focal interests guide his work: addressing the trauma that follows loss and supporting couples as they navigate crises in their relationships. Rev. Gary Greene typically draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems models, and Person-Centered approaches, aligning practical techniques with a compassionate, client-focused stance. His counseling honors each client’s beliefs and goals while reflecting his commitment to their wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Rev. Gary Greene

Rev. Gary Greene often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, a person-focused approach that emphasizes empathy and respect to help clients explore their values, strengthen self-esteem, and work through relational concerns. He may integrate Solution-Focused techniques to help clients set clear goals and build on their existing strengths when confronting specific challenges such as coping with life changes or improving communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Rev. Gary Greene works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to individual circumstances, whether the focus is trauma recovery, couples work, or managing everyday stress.

Online therapy with him is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent care from a licensed professional without extensive travel, supporting continuity and convenience for clients in Georgia and beyond.