Dwayne Kilgore, LPC

Dwayne Kilgore is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who focuses on practical, problem-solving therapy. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people manage symptoms and develop skills for everyday life.

He has six years as an LPC and more than 15 years serving as a Christian lay counselor in the Dallas area. That background means he is used to working with people who bring faith perspectives alongside mental health concerns. He has particular experience helping people process trauma and post-traumatic stress symptoms.

Sessions aim to be warm and interactive. He uses straightforward tools to identify thoughts and behaviors that make problems worse and then practices new ways of coping. He also brings Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused ideas to support step-by-step change and clearer goals.

Dwayne has worked with veterans and others affected by trauma, helping them address the impact of traumatic events on relationships, mood, and daily functioning. He assists people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and intimacy-related struggles.

People can expect a collaborative process that emphasizes small, practical steps. The work often includes learning new skills, setting achievable goals, and reviewing progress between sessions. Dwayne aims to help people feel more in control of the areas of life they want to change.

Using CBT and Trauma-Focused Methods Online

Online therapy with this clinician emphasizes practical methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life actions to reduce anxiety and depression. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic memories and building coping strategies for post-traumatic stress and trauma-related symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and will tailor methods accordingly. Together they’ll decide whether to lean more on skill-building, motivational work, or trauma processing as progress unfolds.

Offered formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and skill practice. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging work well for brief check-ins, ongoing encouragement, or when writing feels more comfortable. These options help fit therapy into work breaks, travel, or a busy home schedule.