Dennis Steelman , LPC

Dennis Steelman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with eight years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, depression, addictions, and anger. He also holds credentials as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), a certification in Mental Health Teletherapy (CTMH), and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). The LPC denotes licensure to provide professional counseling, the LCDC reflects training in substance use and chemical dependency treatment, the CTMH indicates specialized training in delivering therapy via telehealth, and the CCTP signifies focused education in treating trauma.

Steelman centers the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change, drawing from humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral perspectives to shape care around each person’s needs. He emphasizes a tailored approach that considers a client’s history, present challenges, and future goals, and he offers clinical support for issues such as guilt and shame and sexual assault and abuse in addition to his core specialties.

Believing that meaningful change often requires time and willingness to explore difficult material, Steelman guides people through understanding where they have been and where they want to go. He frames therapy as a collaborative process that helps individuals build insight, develop coping strategies, and work toward a healthier next chapter.

CBT and EMDR Applied in Online Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented approach that helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and learn practical skills for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on changing thought-behavior cycles through techniques like behavioral experiments and skills training.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method designed to help process and reduce the emotional impact of distressing memories. EMDR uses a phased approach to safely address traumatic material and support adaptive information processing for trauma-related concerns.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Dennis Steelman treats approach selection as a collaborative process - he and the client consider goals, history, and personal preferences to determine whether CBT, EMDR, or a blend of methods is most appropriate. Licensed professionals aim to tailor treatment to each individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling, reduce the need for travel, and expand access for those balancing work, family, or mobility needs. These formats allow therapists to deliver evidence-informed care in ways that fit a person’s life and routine.