Doyle DeGraw, LMHC, LPC

Doyle DeGraw helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship problems, and issues around parenting or family life. He meets people who are worn down by worry, stuck in repeating patterns, or trying to overcome shame and low self-esteem. Doyle uses practical, action-oriented steps to address immediate problems while also looking at what keeps those problems coming back.

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, in New York and a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, in New Jersey. Doyle brings ten years as a licensed counselor and many more years in pastoral roles to his work. That background shapes a direct but compassionate style that many find clear and steady.

In sessions he blends cognitive behavioral techniques with attachment-focused and client-centered work. That means he will help you notice thinking patterns that keep you stuck, look at important relationships that shape your reactions, and center your goals and strengths when planning change. He also uses relationship-focused methods when couples or partners are involved.

Doyle often connects current struggles to earlier family dynamics and helps people look into family of origin issues without being overwhelming. He uses evidence-based tools to reduce panic, manage anxiety, and address food- or addiction-related problems while also attending to emotion and meaning.

His approach is straightforward and practical. Expect clear feedback, goal-focused plans, and tools you can try between sessions. The aim is to create steps you can use right away to feel more in control and to reduce harmful patterns over time.

Evidence-based approaches and online care

Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helpful because it focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, panic, depression, and eating-related problems because it gives clear steps to change how you think and act. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. It helps people understand why they react strongly in certain relationships and supports learning new ways of connecting.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying tools, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than sticking to one fixed method.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make scheduling easier around work and family life. Video lets you work face-to-face when that feels helpful. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when a shorter check-in fits the day. Live chat and messaging can support quick check-ins, ongoing tracking, and brief coaching between longer sessions. These options make it simpler to keep continuity and progress without frequent travel.