Gary Zarchy, LPC

Gary Zarchy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona with more than 25 years of clinical experience. He works with adults and families on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem challenges, career questions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. He also addresses specialty areas such as LGBTQIA issues, compassion fatigue, aging and geriatric concerns, substance use, codependency, family of origin dynamics, and hospice and end-of-life counseling.

Gary holds a master's degree from the University of Phoenix and has taught in that school's counseling department for the last eighteen years, delivering classes both in person and online. He describes his role as a guide, educator, advocate, and cheerleader who helps clients identify their own answers and build the skills needed to reach their goals. His clinical toolkit includes client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral techniques, existential ideas, choice/reality theory, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work.

Gary finds professional satisfaction in helping individuals grow to the point where they can conclude counseling after meeting their objectives. He aims to empower people so they become more confident and independent in managing life challenges - in his words, to "put himself out of work" by supporting clients toward lasting change and self-reliance.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Gary uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where a person's own priorities guide the work - this approach helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, life transitions, and building personal insight. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is practical and skills-focused, often applied for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with mood challenges. Existential therapy helps clients explore meaning, values, and choices during life changes or periods of uncertainty, supporting those facing grief, identity questions, or career crossroads.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Gary works with each person to evaluate needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so the therapy fits the individual's situation rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy with Gary is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or while traveling and help maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt these methods to deliver effective, personalized support across a range of concerns.