- Stress and anxiety
- Communication skills
- Blended family issues
About Gabriel
Gabriel "Gabe" Seldess is an Illinois Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 20 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, and family of origin issues. Gabe helps people clarify what’s getting in the way and maps out practical next steps.
He starts by listening to current circumstances and the problems people bring. Sessions focus on identifying patterns that came from family and early experiences. Gabe looks at thoughts and beliefs that limit choices and then tests alternatives through simple exercises.
His work blends cognitive-behavioral tools with family-focused thinking. That means learning skills to manage mood, spotting unhelpful thinking, and trying new ways of interacting. He also uses mindfulness and motivational methods to support decision making and day-to-day coping.
Gabe spends time on communication skills so people can say what they need more clearly. He supports clients facing infidelity, divorce, blended family issues, fatherhood concerns, and codependency. He also helps with career questions, life purpose, and midlife transitions.
Clients who want straightforward, practical help find concrete tasks to use between sessions. The focus is on small, doable changes that alter routines and relationships over time. Gabe works from Illinois and conducts sessions in English.
Approaches used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action. It helps when people feel stuck by teaching skills to accept difficult thoughts while moving toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and tests new behaviors to change mood and reactions. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and everyday stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding emotional responses in relationships and improving how people connect and communicate.Choosing the right approach happens together. The therapist will discuss which methods fit a person’s goals and try different techniques to see what helps. That collaborative process guides whether more skills work, values-based exercises, or emotion-focused work is emphasized.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be delivered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, like squeezing sessions into a lunch break or reducing travel time. Some formats may be better for a short check-in, others for longer skills practice; check the available formats and pick what fits your schedule and needs.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, parenting challenges, career concerns, addictions, grief, intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem, and depression. Family of origin issues and related family problems are also listed focus areas.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical blend of cognitive-behavioral techniques and family-oriented approaches. Mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and behavioral skills are woven into sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has two decades of experience as a clinician and has worked with relationship difficulties, anxiety, mood concerns, and general stress management.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients book sessions?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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