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Dr. Keith Cates, LPC, LMHC

Trauma-informed counselor for first responders
  • Trauma and abuse
  • First responder support
  • Tailored treatment plans

About Dr. Keith Cates

Dr. Keith Cates brings 16 years of professional experience and is licensed in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. He holds the LPC and LMHC credentials - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - which indicate formal training and authorization to provide counseling and mental health services.

Dr. Cates has helped clients address trauma and abuse, work through motivation and self-esteem difficulties, build confidence, and navigate career-related challenges. He also has experience supporting people facing compassion fatigue and those connected to first responder roles, including EMS, law enforcement, fire services, emergency dispatch, and military personnel, as well as their families. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and adapts conversations and treatment plans to match each client’s specific needs.

Recognizing that seeking change requires courage, Dr. Cates focuses on empowering clients as they take steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life, tailoring his work to the goals and pace of each individual.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

BDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEmptinessFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stress

Therapeutic Approach

Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Keith Cates have?

Dr. Keith Cates has 16 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Keith Cates a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds LPC and LMHC credentials. License details include AL LPC LPC02734 and FL LMHC MH20512.

In which languages does Dr. Keith Cates provide therapy?

Dr. Keith Cates provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Keith Cates located?

Dr. Keith Cates is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Dr. Keith Cates as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Keith Cates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Keith Cates work with international clients?

Dr. Keith Cates does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Keith Cates 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 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 Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for many individuals.

One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect in the way that suits them best - via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to keep up with regular sessions.

Licensed professionals deliver care through these remote options, and if a different therapeutic fit is desired it is possible to switch therapists. Online therapy can broaden access to trained therapists and help people maintain consistent support while using formats that work with their life.

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