- Trauma support
- CBT methods
- Veteran issues
About Dwayne
Dwayne Kilgore is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who focuses on trauma and related concerns. He uses a direct, supportive style to help people facing anxiety, depression, grief, and mood challenges. He has six years as an LPC and many more years doing Christian lay counseling in the Dallas area.
Dwayne centers his work on practical skills people can use between sessions. He often draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients notice and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. He also uses trauma-focused methods for people processing post-traumatic stress and other trauma reactions.
His experience includes helping veterans work through trauma-related issues and the relationship strains that can follow. He also addresses problems like anger, intimacy concerns, codependency, and communication breakdowns. Money and financial issues are listed among his additional focus areas.
Sessions are described as warm, interactive, and goal-oriented. He encourages working together to set clear recovery goals and to practice small changes that add up over time. The approach is practical and paced to each person’s needs.
Dwayne emphasizes empowerment and hope. He invites people who feel stuck to take steps toward regaining control over areas of life that matter. He frames therapy as a collaborative journey toward clearer thinking and better daily functioning.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Dwayne commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy in his work. CBT helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic memories and learning coping strategies for post-traumatic stress and related reactions.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and together they decide which methods to try. Adjustments are made over time based on what helps most.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week and can reduce travel time. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions without video if that feels better for the person. Licensed professionals aim to make sessions practical and workable for everyday life, helping clients practice skills between meetings and track progress over time.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He helps with trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, mood disorders, and related issues such as anger and intimacy problems.
What is his general therapy style?
He describes a warm, supportive, and interactive approach that focuses on setting goals and practicing skills between sessions.
What experience does he bring to clinical work?
He has six years as a Licensed Professional Counselor and over 15 years of experience as a Christian lay counselor in the Dallas area.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.