Dr. Gary Ward, LMFT, LPC

Dr. Gary Ward is a native Texan who combines pastoral training, counseling education, and long experience working with families and young people. He is married and is a father of four adult children and ten grandchildren. He earned a master’s degree in Professional Counseling in 2008 and later completed a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling, a doctoral degree focused on counseling in faith-related contexts. He holds professional licenses including LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist).

His career includes a decade in ministry supporting families and individuals and fifteen years in public education assisting high school students coping with learning difficulties and collaborating with their families. He approaches therapy with respect and compassion, acknowledging that people have many relationships while also maintaining their own individual needs. Although he identifies as a Christian, his therapeutic methods are diverse and are selected to meet each person’s situation and goals.

Dr. Ward works to help people connect with their strengths and abilities and to pursue the outcomes they seek. He views growth as an ongoing process and believes positive change is possible. He looks forward to hearing each person’s story and coming alongside them to offer support and practical assistance.