Gordon Pfannenstiel, LCPC
Therapist in Kansas
Gordon Pfannenstiel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Kansas with 15 years of clinical experience.
- License LCPC 2353 · Kansas Expires April 2026
- NPI 1467755017 · national registry
- Experience and languages 15+ years in practice English
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About Gordon
Gordon Pfannenstiel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Kansas with 15 years of clinical experience. He focuses on building a trusting working relationship and helps people take practical steps toward clearer goals and better day-to-day functioning. He emphasizes listening first and treating each person as the expert on their own life.
Gordon helps people sort through relationship strains and questions about intimacy. He also works with anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, and coping with life changes.
Background and approach
Common topics he addresses include stress, sleep problems, anger, addictions, grief, and career concerns. His approach mixes straightforward conversation with hands-on tools. He uses Client-Centered methods to follow what matters most to the client.
He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try out new behaviors. Gottman Method ideas inform how he talks about communication and managing conflict in close relationships. Motivational Interviewing techniques help when someone feels stuck or unsure about change.
Mindfulness practices are used to help people notice stress and regulate strong emotions. Sessions focus on practical changes a person can use between meetings. Gordon aims to make therapy feel like a team effort where small steps add up over time.
He encourages realistic goals and regular check-ins to monitor progress. Gordon works in English and offers a mix of session formats to fit different schedules. He supports people looking for steady, collaborative care as they work toward clearer priorities and more balanced daily life.
Credentials
- LCPC (Kansas)
- License LCPC 2353 · expires April 2026
- NPI
- 1467755017 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Gordon lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Personality disorders
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Gordon names
- Gottman Method
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Gordon names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
Online approaches for relationships and everyday stress
Gottman Method ideas are used to help people improve communication and manage conflict. These approaches focus on concrete skills - like turning toward small bids for connection and reducing negative interaction patterns - that often make daily life calmer and more predictable.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following what the person says matters most. It creates space for clients to name their priorities and steer the work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and provides step-by-step experiments to try different responses in real situations.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust based on what helps. This collaborative process means techniques can be mixed and changed as needs evolve.
Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different rhythms of life. Video works well for in-depth conversations, phone is useful when bandwidth is limited, live chat is a quick check-in option, and text messaging supports ongoing moments of reflection between sessions. These formats make it easier to schedule therapy around work, parenting, and other responsibilities.
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Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Gordon help with?
He helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, trauma, grief, sleep issues, anger, career questions, ADHD, and related life challenges.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a collaborative, listening-first approach that combines practical tools with reflective conversation to help clients try new ways of coping and relating.
What is his professional background?
He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience working with a broad range of concerns and life transitions.
Where is he based and licensed?
He practices in Kansas and holds a KS LCPC credential as provided in his profile.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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