- Practical skills
- Values-based work
- Communication coaching
About Gabriel
Gabriel "Gabe" Seldess is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps men and others work through stress, relationship strain, and life transitions. He speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Gabe starts by listening to what matters now and what a person wants next.
He uses a mix of approaches to match each person’s needs. Gabe draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and reframe unhelpful thoughts. He brings in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness practices to steady mood and clarify values.
Gabe also uses tools from family counseling to look at how relationships and upbringing shape choices. He teaches communication skills so people can speak up and set boundaries more easily. Motivational interviewing and behavioral strategies are used for decision making and habit change.
Clients can expect straightforward, goal-focused sessions that move from understanding to action. Gabe works with issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, intimacy concerns, men’s issues, parenting and blended family stress. He aims to make plans that fit everyday life and personal priorities.
Gabe has two decades of experience in counseling and holds an Illinois Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist credential. He lives and practices in Illinois and offers therapy in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
How Gabe’s approaches translate to online therapy
Gabe commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters to them and take actions that align with those values, which can ease confusion and aimless stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments to change mood and behavior.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Gabe will work together with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. That collaboration helps tailor exercises, communication skills practice, and mindfulness techniques to a client’s everyday routine.
The practical benefits of online therapy are about fitting sessions into life. Online work can make it easier to attend from different locations and reduce travel time, which helps maintain consistency. Before booking, confirm which session formats are currently offered so the chosen option matches needs and schedule. Gabe aims to design sessions that can be used between meetings, with homework, check-ins, and strategies that apply to daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Gabe commonly help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addictions, self-esteem, and men’s issues among other concerns.
What is Gabe's general therapy style?
Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, blending cognitive techniques with mindfulness and values work to help people change habits and clarify what matters.
How much experience does Gabe have?
Gabe brings 20 years of counseling experience working with individuals, couples, and family-related challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an Illinois Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT - and is based in Illinois.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with Gabe?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.