Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
How Craig works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- MD, LCPC, LPC
- Licensed in
- Maryland, Texas
- Years in practice
- 35
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Craig
Craig Kalman is a licensed counselor based in Texas with 35 years of experience. He helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, and life changes. He uses straightforward, respectful conversation to help people identify what matters and figure out next steps.
Craig draws on a long career working in demanding settings, including years at a national research institute and later with the Department of Defense and military communities.
Background and approach
Those roles gave him a lot of experience responding to crises and supporting people after traumatic events. He also worked with a wide range of employees and service members on work-related and personal stressors. In sessions he keeps a relaxed and accepting tone.
He listens first, then uses practical methods such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral techniques to address specific problems. He focuses on what a person can do differently and on small steps that lead to change. Craig can help people cope with relationship strain, communication problems, addictions, panic and post-traumatic stress, seasonal mood shifts, and other concerns listed in his specialties.
He also supports people dealing with career stress, parenting challenges, and intimacy-related issues. People who prefer remote care can work with him using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. The process begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling that fits each person's needs.
What Craig works with
Everything Craig lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Craig's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- First responder issues
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Approaches Craig lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Craig’s Approaches Translate to Online Care
Client-centered work focuses on listening and understanding the person first. It helps people feel heard and decide what goals matter most to them. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them; it is often used for anxiety, panic, anger, and mood concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Craig will talk with each person about their needs and preferences. Together they decide which methods to try, and adjustments are made as progress is tracked and goals evolve.
Online therapy with Craig is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video is useful for in-depth sessions that benefit from face-to-face interaction. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to check in between meetings or fit support into a busy day. These options make therapy more flexible and help people keep momentum toward their goals.
Questions people ask about Craig
What kinds of issues can Craig help with?
He helps people with stress, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and other issues listed in his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is relaxed and accepting. He listens closely and uses practical techniques to focus on what can change now.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Craig brings 35 years of counseling experience, including work at a national research institute and with the Department of Defense.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He practices in Texas and holds MD, LCPC, and LPC credentials as listed.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.