Gabriel "Gabe" Seldess

Gabriel "Gabe" Seldess is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing relationship strain, divorce and separation, anxiety, and life transitions. He focuses on practical steps that reduce stress and improve day-to-day functioning. Gabe listens first, then helps create a clear plan that matches a person's goals and situation.

Gabe begins sessions by getting a sense of what is happening now and what the client wants next. He looks at thoughts, habits, and family patterns that influence decisions. From there he works with clients to test unhelpful beliefs and try small behavior changes that add up over time.

His work draws on cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness practices, and family-oriented approaches to improve mood and relationships. He also uses motivational interviewing to support decision making and build momentum toward change. Communication skill building is a common focus for people hoping to reduce conflict or assert their needs more clearly.

Gabe trained at the Family Institute at Northwestern and brings around 20 years of clinical experience. He practices in Illinois as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - and has supported people through grief, addiction concerns, parenting stresses, and commitment or intimacy questions.

Clients can expect straightforward language and collaborative planning in sessions. Gabe aims to make therapy useful and practical so people can move toward a clearer sense of direction and greater emotional balance.

How Gabe’s approaches translate to online work

Gabriel "Gabe" Seldess often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then take actions that match their values; it can be useful for anxiety, life changes, and coping with separation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to reduce distress and build new habits, which helps with mood, stress, and communication difficulties.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. Gabe works together with clients to decide which methods fit their goals and day-to-day needs. He adapts exercises and skills so they make sense for each person’s situation and pace.

Confirm current session formats before booking, as specific online or phone options are not listed here. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions also make it easier to practice skills in real-life settings and to follow up between meetings with agreed-upon exercises.