Gerald Winter, LPC
Oklahoma LPC for anxiety and trauma
- CBT and client-centered therapy
- 33 years experience
- Accepting international clients
About Gerald Winter
Gerald Winter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oklahoma who brings 33 years of experience in the mental health field. He works primarily with adults facing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and everyday life challenges, and he also addresses relationship concerns, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and a variety of related issues such as codependency, commitment and control difficulties, feelings of emptiness, isolation, and questions about life purpose.
Gerald practices from a client-centered perspective and commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - as a primary treatment approach. He favors CBT because it offers practical tools that can help people make progress more quickly, and he often suggests reading material to support those principles, including a book titled "Understanding" with the subtitle "Finding Peace and Serenity in Life and Relationships," which he notes is older but useful and available through common booksellers.
He describes counseling as a collaborative process focused on helping people become the person they want to be - not by giving advice but by working together to address concerns and build coping strategies. Gerald is experienced supporting people through symptoms associated with depression, such as persistent sadness, loss of interest in usual activities, sleep and appetite changes, low energy, difficulty concentrating, feelings of worthlessness, and recurrent thoughts of death or suicide. He also helps with anxiety symptoms including persistent worry, restlessness, physical signs of arousal, panic, and avoidance of anxiety triggers.
When working with trauma survivors, Gerald addresses the range of post-traumatic stress reactions that can follow terrifying events - including intrusive memories, nightmares, severe anxiety, negative changes in thinking and mood, emotional numbness, difficulty maintaining relationships, and heightened arousal such as being easily startled or having trouble sleeping. He recognizes that many people recover with time and self-care, but that persistent symptoms that interfere with daily functioning may benefit from professional treatment.
Gerald conducts therapy in English, accepts new clients, and is available to work with international clients. He approaches each person with respect and practical strategies drawn from client-centered work and CBT to help individuals manage symptoms, improve relationships, and find clearer direction in their lives.
Gerald practices from a client-centered perspective and commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - as a primary treatment approach. He favors CBT because it offers practical tools that can help people make progress more quickly, and he often suggests reading material to support those principles, including a book titled "Understanding" with the subtitle "Finding Peace and Serenity in Life and Relationships," which he notes is older but useful and available through common booksellers.
He describes counseling as a collaborative process focused on helping people become the person they want to be - not by giving advice but by working together to address concerns and build coping strategies. Gerald is experienced supporting people through symptoms associated with depression, such as persistent sadness, loss of interest in usual activities, sleep and appetite changes, low energy, difficulty concentrating, feelings of worthlessness, and recurrent thoughts of death or suicide. He also helps with anxiety symptoms including persistent worry, restlessness, physical signs of arousal, panic, and avoidance of anxiety triggers.
When working with trauma survivors, Gerald addresses the range of post-traumatic stress reactions that can follow terrifying events - including intrusive memories, nightmares, severe anxiety, negative changes in thinking and mood, emotional numbness, difficulty maintaining relationships, and heightened arousal such as being easily startled or having trouble sleeping. He recognizes that many people recover with time and self-care, but that persistent symptoms that interfere with daily functioning may benefit from professional treatment.
Gerald conducts therapy in English, accepts new clients, and is available to work with international clients. He approaches each person with respect and practical strategies drawn from client-centered work and CBT to help individuals manage symptoms, improve relationships, and find clearer direction in their lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
CodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityEmptinessForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gerald Winter have?
Gerald Winter has 33 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Gerald Winter a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: OK LPC LPC01239.
In which languages does Gerald Winter provide therapy?
Gerald Winter provides therapy in English.
Where is Gerald Winter located?
Gerald Winter is located in Oklahoma.
How can I work with Gerald Winter as my therapist?
You can work with Gerald Winter through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gerald Winter work with international clients?
Yes, Gerald Winter works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gerald Winter cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or coping with life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most individuals.One key benefit is flexibility - people can connect with therapists in the format that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change.
Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients may choose or change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online sessions can offer practical, evidence-informed approaches delivered by trained therapists to address a wide range of everyday and clinical concerns.