Gail is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida with over 20 years of clinical social work experience working with individuals in grief and loss, anxiety and depression, substance abuse and addiction, trauma, and life changing situations.
We all have losses and disappointments that are difficult to think or talk about. These often return over and over, haunting us in our present lives. Instead of escaping those experiences, they reappear in many unexpected places, intruding on our best laid plans. When we can reflect on, and talk about the experiences and the shame and guilt so often associated with them, we are better able to understand and make sense of the patterns that plague us. There can be a new-found freedom in recognizing our attachment to the needs and desires of those we felt compelled to please and to save. And in becoming afraid of our own minds we can forge a more conscious and hopeful path.
It is my belief that the more one's difficult emotional experiences can be expressed and talked through together, in a safe and engaging environment, the more helpful the therapeutic process can be. I assist clients who are facing a wide range of issues including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, vocational discernment, and spiritual concerns, in taking steps to live more satisfying lives.
My therapeutic approach addresses the uniqueness of the person and issues presented and on helping clients to expand their awareness of self and interactions with others. I also encourage exploration of experiences and emotions that provide valuable information about unsatisfying patterns and behaviors.
My background in grief and loss work informs much of my work pertaining to life transitions, career changes, divorce, loss of a loved one, etc.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Narcissism, Self-love, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
FL LCSW SW8916
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Gail is amazing and has helped me very much!
Written on Sep 08, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and bipolar disorder
I have tried therapy several times and never really loved it. I didn’t realize it was because I had not found the right therapist. I really like Gail and enjoy every session. She listens so well and still challenges me. I look forward to the positive changes in my life.
Written on Sep 06, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Gail is amazing, I absolutely love how comfortable she makes me feel and how well she listens to my problems and formulates the most thoughtful responses. I’d recommend her to anyone.
Written on Aug 06, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I love working with Gail! Fantastic listener, encouraging, positive and just a joy to connect with!
Written on Jul 22, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Gail understands my goals. She listens to me and helps guide the conversation to provide a productive session. She will ask if I want her opinion it only provide it if solicited.
Written on May 07, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Gail is amazing with her straight forward approach and combines subtle intuition to guide me to improve my thought process and overall situation. I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking therapy.
Written on Apr 26, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, and self esteem