Gene Hauser , LPC

Gene Hauser is a licensed counselor with two decades of clinical experience who combines compassionate care with practical skills to support people facing major life challenges. He holds graduate degrees and professional certifications - MA and MDiv indicate graduate-level training, NCC is a National Certified Counselor which reflects national recognition of counseling skills, and LPC-S denotes a licensed professional counselor with supervisor-level qualifications - and he applies that training to guide clients toward clearer identity, values, and purpose.

Grounded in existential humanistic principles, Gene helps individuals explore meaning and personal agency while also integrating mindfulness and holistic wellness practices that encourage mind-body balance through intentional self-care. His practice addresses a wide range of concerns including PTSD and post-traumatic stress, chronic pain and illness, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, relationship and intimacy issues, addiction and compulsive behaviors, anger and stress, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and concerns common to veterans and midlife transitions.

Gene offers virtual telemental health counseling that emphasizes being heard, respected, and empowered to change. He blends client-centered listening with approaches that foster awareness, motivation, and practical coping strategies so clients can work toward sustainable improvements in functioning and well-being.

Evidence-informed approaches for online growth and coping

Gene integrates client-centered therapy, existential therapy, and mindfulness techniques in online sessions to meet different needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration so the therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-directed change - it is helpful for relationship struggles, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. Existential therapy invites exploration of meaning, values, and identity to help people facing grief, spiritual questions, or midlife and purpose-related concerns. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-focused awareness and intentional self-care practices that can reduce reactivity and support coping with stress, chronic pain, anxiety, and mood difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gene collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and situation, adapting techniques over time as needs evolve and progress is made.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexible access to licensed professionals and allow therapy to fit into busy schedules or physical limitations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and receive timely support while managing daily responsibilities.