- Practical coping tools
- Clear goal setting
- Person focused care
About Spyros
Dr. Catechis aims for straightforward, practical work. Sessions often focus on calming panic symptoms, easing social anxiety, and finding steady ways to handle life changes. He helps people spot patterns that increase worry and teaches steps to reduce their day-to-day strain.
His approach draws on several well-established styles. He uses client-centered techniques to make the conversation feel collaborative and person-focused. He applies cognitive behavioral ideas to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Narrative and solution-focused methods help people rewrite stressful stories and set clear, achievable goals.
Over a long career he has worked with people at different life stages who want to reconnect with purpose, reduce burnout, or steady their mood after big shifts. He mixes practical skills with reflective conversations so people leave with tools and clearer direction.
Dr. Catechis communicates plainly and aims to create a calm space for reflection. If someone is feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready to make change, he supports them in taking the next steps and developing manageable strategies for everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Texas, Texas
Languages
English
How his approaches work in online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. It creates a setting where the person sets the pace and topics, which can help with general anxiety and struggles over life direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches people to spot and change thoughts and behaviors that fuel anxiety. It is useful for panic symptoms, social anxiety, and for building everyday coping steps that reduce distress.
Narrative work helps people separate themselves from the problem by retelling stressful experiences in a different way. That can make room for new plans and a clearer sense of purpose.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to pick the combination of methods that fits their goals, values, and what feels manageable. This is a shared decision made over the first sessions and adjusted as needed.
Confirm the current session options before booking. When arranging online appointments, the practical benefits are easier scheduling around work or family, fewer trips to an office, and the ability to try shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions can make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life while focusing on skills to reduce stress and improve daily routines.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He focuses on stress and anxiety and also helps with relationship issues, parenting concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include life purpose, panic disorder and social anxiety.
What is his therapy style like?
He blends client-centered conversation with goal-oriented techniques. Sessions tend to be practical, with an emphasis on finding skills that reduce worry and improve daily functioning.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of counseling experience in both private practice and educational settings. That background informs his practical approach to stress and anxiety.
What credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds LMFT and LPC credentials and is licensed in Texas. These are the only credentials listed for his practice.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.