- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship communication
- Men's wellbeing
About Craig
Craig Gordon is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and depression. He also supports people coping with life changes and addresses concerns that often overlap with those issues. Craig presents a straightforward, respectful approach and focuses on practical steps clients can use between sessions.
He brings 12 years of professional experience in counseling. He works to create an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. Sessions tend to focus on concrete skills and clearer communication so people can feel steadier in day-to-day life.
Craig uses therapy methods that encourage noticing patterns and trying different ways of responding. He draws on tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to change unhelpful thinking, Dialectical Behavior Therapy for emotion regulation and the Gottman Method to address relationship communication. He tailors the mix of approaches to what each person needs.
People who feel isolated or overwhelmed often start by identifying one small change they can try. Craig supports that process with practical exercises and coached conversations. He also helps people consider how past relationships affect how they connect now.
Sessions are conducted from his Virginia practice and are offered in English. To begin, a prospective client uses the Start Therapy button, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules according to therapist availability.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Craig uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and skills for handling intense feelings. For relationship concerns he incorporates elements of the Gottman Method to improve communication and problem-solving between partners.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences, try methods that fit your needs, and adjust the plan as you learn what works best. Clients and the therapist decide together which tools to focus on.
Please confirm current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, cut down travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals offering remote care often use those features to support consistent progress while tailoring sessions to your schedule and daily responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Virginia, District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Craig commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment and men's issues among other related topics.
What is his general therapy style?
He keeps sessions practical and respectful, focusing on clear communication and skills you can use between meetings. The aim is to create an open space to talk without judgment.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional counseling experience working with a range of concerns related to mood, relationships, and life transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Virginia and the District of Columbia, and his practice is based in Virginia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can I work with him from outside the United States?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin sessions?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.