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01About Keith

Dr. Keith Cates offers practical, down-to-earth therapy rooted in clear goals and thoughtful listening. He brings 16 years of experience and holds LPC and LMHC credentials.

People come to him for help with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and parenting stress. Sessions focus on what the client needs now and on small, doable steps forward. He blends approaches that help people process painful memories and make sense of big life questions.

Background and approach

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to address traumatic memories and their aftereffects. Mindfulness techniques are taught to help calm the body and reduce worry. Solution-focused work targets immediate problems and builds momentum through concrete changes.

Dr. Cates has worked extensively with first responders and veterans, and he also addresses issues such as compassion fatigue, fatherhood concerns, and career stress. He offers informed support around alternative sexual cultures, including BDSM and polyamory, and helps people navigate identity and LGBT-related challenges.

Sessions are conversational and straightforward. He listens without judgment, helps set clear goals, and adapts methods to each person’s pace. Many clients find relief by learning specific skills to manage stress, sleep better, and rebuild self-confidence.

Therapy with him balances practical tools and thoughtful reflection. He emphasizes collaboration and helps people build plans that fit their daily lives. The aim is steady progress toward greater well-being and clearer choices.

02Credentials

LPC (Alabama)
License LPC02734 · expires July 2027
LMHC (Florida)
License MH20512 · expires March 2027
LPC (Georgia)
License LPC005200 · expires September 2026
NPI
1093325268 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

Everything Keith lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Methods Keith names

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04Online support

How these approaches translate to online work

Dr. Cates uses methods that adapt well to remote sessions. EMDR helps people process traumatic memories by combining bilateral stimulation with guided reprocessing; online EMDR sessions focus on memory processing and symptom reduction. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple breathing and attention practices that can be practiced during a video or phone visit and then used daily to reduce anxiety and improve sleep. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on clear, short-term goals and small behavioral steps that clients can try between sessions and report back on during chats or calls.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk through goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Then he and the client decide which methods to try first and adjust the plan as progress is made, keeping the process collaborative and practical.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and situations. Video is helpful for full conversations and EMDR-style work, phone calls use less bandwidth and can be easier during busy days, and text or chat can support quick check-ins or brief problem-solving. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into everyday life.

05Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?

He works with trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, career concerns, and parenting stress. Additional focus areas include compassion fatigue, veteran and first responder issues, and alternative sexual cultures such as BDSM and polyamory.

What is the therapy style and approach here?

The approach combines practical, goal-focused work with processing and reflection. Techniques include EMDR for traumatic memories, mindfulness to reduce worry, and solution-focused methods to tackle immediate problems.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

The clinician brings 16 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns from trauma to career stress. That background shapes both short-term strategies and longer-term planning.

What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?

He holds Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) credentials and practices from Alabama. The profile lists AL LPC and FL LMHC as credential details.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

Therapy can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with this clinician?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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