- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Attachment-based work
- CBT and Gottman methods
About Ray
Ray Woods is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Oklahoma with 16 years of experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.
He helps clients talk through what feels stuck and name emotions that are hard to pin down. Ray uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy as one of his approaches to look at how feelings and attachment patterns shape everyday interactions. He also draws on attachment-based work, client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and elements of the Gottman Method when appropriate.
In sessions he focuses on practical conversation and clear steps. He listens for patterns in how people handle stress, conflict, and loss. Then he works with them to try different ways of responding and noticing what changes.
Ray often supports people facing blended family challenges, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, and recovery from domestic violence or substance problems. He also addresses feelings of emptiness, isolation, jealousy, and issues related to obsessive thoughts and compulsions.
Sessions are conducted in English, and he accepts international clients. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online therapy options button. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How Emotion-Focused and Attachment Work Online
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people name and work with powerful emotions that shape how they relate to others. It focuses on recognizing emotional responses and learning new ways to connect in stressful or painful moments.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns formed in close relationships. It helps people see how past attachment experiences influence current behavior and feelings, often improving how they handle conflict and closeness.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to each person's perspective. The therapist follows the client's lead and helps clarify goals and choices for change.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ray will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He will adjust the focus as sessions progress and as concerns evolve.
The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-in meetings when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can also adapt exercises and observations to an online setting so therapy can continue across different routines and locations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Oklahoma, Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and depression. Additional areas include blended family issues, caregiver stress, communication problems, and substance-related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy along with attachment-based and client-centered approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and aspects of the Gottman Method are used when they fit a client's needs.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 16 years of professional experience working with individuals on mood and relationship concerns. That background informs his practical approach to sessions.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds LCMFT and LMFT credentials and is licensed in Oklahoma. These are the credentials listed for his practice.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform details for exact pricing in your area.
What steps are needed to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That will begin the intake and scheduling process.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.