
Carleen Gates, LICSW
About me
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 11 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have provided case management services, group therapy sessions, individual therapy sessions, therapy at school, and tele-health services. Additionally, I have even served as an in-home therapist providing mental health services in the home. I have worked with clients from a broad range of concerns including: trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family dynamic distresses, poor communication styles, and emotional abuse.
My counseling technique is very caring, encouraging, and client centered. I am very candid and direct when providing therapy. I take pride in demonstrating compassion and being sensitive and thoughtful of the needs of others. More than anything, I strongly believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity.
It takes a great deal of courage to seek professional help and even more courage to implement change. I applaud you for taking the first step. I would love the opportunity to begin this journey with you in taking the next steps to begin living a more rewarding and self-empowered lifestyle. It would be an honor to help guide you along the way.
I look forward to working with you.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy
License information
AL LICSW 4396C
Reviews
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Best therapist I've had, hands down. Super respectful, great listener, truly cares, judgment free, very wise and a master of her craft. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! If you are reading this then it's meant to be!
Written on Mar 31, 2025 after therapy with Carleen for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Carleen is professional, empathetic, and encouraging - yet she challenges me to become my best self. It is not easy to be a therapist for a therapist, yet she does this with ease and grace. She is easy to talk to, yet is willing to call me out when needed. I would recommend her expertise to anyone.
Written on Mar 25, 2025 after therapy with Carleen for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Carleen is a Godsend. The absolute best.
Written on Feb 17, 2025 after therapy with Carleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She is amazing I’m so grateful for her!
Written on Jan 17, 2025 after therapy with Carleen for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Carleen is a wonderful person and a great counselor who listens and provides excellent advice. Carleen is knowledgeable and easy to talk to; learn something every session.
Written on Jan 16, 2025 after therapy with Carleen for 1 month on issues concerning self esteem
I am so thankful for this much need help and support.
Written on Jan 08, 2025 after therapy with Carleen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes