Hi! I'm Dr. Delarious O. Stewart, a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) based in Dallas, Texas, with over 16 years of extensive clinical experience in the mental health field. I specialize in supporting individuals as they navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, anger management, and life transitions. My approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration, empowering clients to build resilience, enhance their well-being, and achieve their personal and professional goals.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we’ll start with introductions and discuss what brought you to counseling. I’ll ask questions to understand your goals, challenges, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. Together, we’ll create a plan tailored to your needs, setting a foundation for our work in future sessions. This initial session is also a chance for you to ask questions, share your expectations, and begin building a comfortable and supportive therapeutic relationship.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
One of my greatest strengths as a provider is my ability to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. With over 16 years of experience, I’ve developed a strong foundation in evidence-based practices, allowing me to tailor interventions that meet each client’s unique needs. I excel at helping clients identify the root causes of their challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools to achieve meaningful, lasting change. My collaborative and empathetic approach ensures that clients feel empowered throughout their journey.
About Dr. Delarious O. Stewart, LPC-S, ACS, NCC, NCSC, NCSP
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
When working with clients, I explain that CBT focuses on understanding the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and actions. Together, we work to identify unhelpful thought patterns, challenge their accuracy, and replace them with more constructive and empowering perspectives. This approach is collaborative and aims to equip clients with tools they can apply in everyday life to achieve lasting change.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
When working with clients, I explain that DBT helps them develop tools to handle intense emotions and improve their relationships. We focus on building mindfulness skills to increase self-awareness, practicing strategies to navigate emotional crises without making the situation worse, and enhancing communication to foster healthier interactions. Together, we work on creating balance and a sense of control in their lives.
Gestalt
I have utilized Gestalt Therapy in my practice to help clients increase self-awareness and live more fully in the present moment. My experience with this approach involves guiding individuals to explore how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors align with their current experiences. This method is particularly beneficial for clients working through unresolved emotions, relational challenges, or a disconnection from their authentic selves. When working with clients, I explain that Gestalt Therapy focuses on the "here and now," emphasizing how they experience their emotions and interactions in the present moment. I use techniques like role-playing, the empty chair exercise, and mindfulness practices to help them process feelings, gain insight, and take ownership of their personal growth. This collaborative and experiential approach empowers clients to embrace change and build a more meaningful life.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I have extensive experience incorporating Mindfulness-Based Therapy into my practice, particularly with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, and stress. This approach allows clients to cultivate awareness and acceptance of the present moment, helping them develop healthier responses to life's challenges. I often integrate mindfulness techniques such as meditation, breathing exercises, and grounding practices to support clients in managing overwhelming emotions and increasing their overall well-being. When working with clients, I explain that Mindfulness-Based Therapy focuses on being fully present and nonjudgmental about their thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations. We work together to build skills that enhance emotional resilience and reduce reactivity to stress. By fostering self-awareness and acceptance, clients can learn to navigate difficulties with greater calm and clarity, ultimately promoting personal growth and inner peace.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I have significant experience using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to support children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma. This evidence-based approach has been instrumental in helping clients process traumatic memories, reduce symptoms of PTSD, and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment. My work with TF-CBT emphasizes creating a trusting therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills to help clients navigate their healing journey. When working with clients, I explain that TF-CBT helps them address the impact of trauma in a structured and supportive way. We start by building skills for relaxation and emotional regulation, then move into processing the trauma narrative in a safe and controlled manner. The process also involves helping clients reframe unhelpful thoughts and strengthen their support systems. This method is compassionate and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, promoting recovery and resilience.