Business Details
39 Years
experience
Houston Psychologists for Relationship Counseling
Founded in 1987, Chuck Gray & Associates is a Houston-based psychology practice specializing in marriage and couples counseling. Our team of three doctoral-level psychologists, each with over 20 years of licensing, offers expertise in adult relationship issues, including affairs counseling, premarital guidance, and dating counseling. Dr. Chuck Gray, our director, has dedicated his career to relationship therapy, teaching professionals and receiving recognition from the Houston Psychological Association. Our associates, Drs. Ken and Karen Waldman, bring extensive academic and clinical experience, including university directorships and VA hospital service.We utilize evidence-based approaches like Gottman's research, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, tailored to individual client needs. Our practice emphasizes compassionate listening, goal-oriented therapy, and flexible telehealth options across 36 PsyPact states. With thousands of hours in relationship counseling and media recognition, we prioritize creating safe environments for clients to strengthen emotional bonds and resolve conflicts constructively.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Couples Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Dating Counseling
Affairs Counseling
Teletherapy Sessions
Anger Management
Depression Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Remarriage Guidance
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of specialized experience in relationship counseling since 1987
- Our team includes psychologists with university counseling center leadership experience
- We utilize evidence-based approaches from leading experts like John Gottman
- Our teletherapy services operate in 36 PsyPact participating states
- We provide evening and weekend appointments for client convenience
Services
Marriage Counseling
Our marriage counseling creates a safe environment for couples to improve communication and resolve conflicts. We use evidence-based techniques to address issues like infidelity, financial disagreements, and emotional disconnect. With over 35 years of combined experience, our psychologists help couples rebuild trust and strengthen their emotional bond through both in-person and teletherapy sessions.
Couples Counseling
Specialized counseling for couples facing relationship challenges focuses on improving communication and conflict resolution. Our therapists employ approaches like Gottman's research and Emotionally Focused Therapy to address specific issues. Evening and weekend appointments are available for working professionals, with teletherapy options across multiple states for accessible care.
Premarital Counseling
This service prepares couples for marriage through structured sessions addressing financial planning, family dynamics, and conflict resolution. Our psychologists help couples establish strong foundations by exploring expectations and developing communication strategies. The program typically spans 5-10 sessions tailored to each couple's specific needs and future goals.
Teletherapy Sessions
Secure video counseling sessions available across 36 PsyPact states provide accessible mental health support. Our teletherapy platform maintains confidentiality while offering flexibility for clients unable to attend in-person sessions. This service maintains the same therapeutic quality as office visits with added convenience for remote clients.
Affairs Counseling
Specialized counseling for couples dealing with infidelity focuses on rebuilding trust and understanding underlying relationship issues. Our approach combines therapeutic techniques to address emotional trauma and develop strategies for relationship recovery. The process typically involves individual and joint sessions to facilitate honest communication and healing.
People
Chuck Gray
Director and Psychologist
Licensed psychologist specializing in marriage counseling since 1987 with extensive teaching experience and media recognition. Developed unique therapeutic approaches combining multiple evidence-based methodologies for relationship counseling.
Ken Waldman
Psychologist
Doctoral psychologist with 36 years of university counseling experience, including directorship at University of Houston. Specializes in eclectic therapeutic approaches for relationship issues and co-authoring a couples counseling guide.
Karen Waldman
Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 18 years of VA hospital service specializing in relationship counseling and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Assistant professor at Baylor College of Medicine and co-author of relationship counseling publications.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We specialize in marriage counseling, couples therapy, premarital guidance, dating counseling, and affairs recovery, with additional expertise in anxiety, depression, and anger management.
Do you offer teletherapy sessions?
Yes, we provide secure teletherapy services in 36 PsyPact participating states for convenient access to our counseling expertise.
How experienced are your counselors?
Our psychologists have over 20 years of licensing each, with specialized training from leading experts and extensive clinical experience since 1987.
What insurance plans do you accept?
Chuck Gray accepts Aetna and out-of-network benefits. Karen Waldman works with Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Medicare. Ken Waldman accepts multiple major plans.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, Ken Waldman offers evening and Saturday appointments for clients needing flexible scheduling options.
How long are counseling sessions?
Standard sessions last 55 minutes, with the initial session for Chuck Gray lasting 1 hour 50 minutes including a complimentary 55-minute segment.
