I am licensed in California with 30 years of professional work experience. I'm an ally to the LGBTQIA2s community;I have experience in helping clients coping with grief and loss smf depression. I also understand how bipolar affects families. I've worked with the disabled and disability issues. I also have experience working with faith transitions.I'm familiar with issues surrounding cult involvement. I’m a student of the Enneagram, Iand will use it in working with people if it’s requested. I have spent a great deal of my work doing insight therapy with clients, and I believe life is a journey that unfolds in powerful ways. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific desires. You are your own expert and we can use that to help you get to where you want to go. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support your process.
Additional areas of focus: Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Self-love
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
CA LMFT 38078
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Gail has been amazing! She truly cares about her clients, I feel very comfortable in my sessions. She pays attention to details to best support me.
Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I have had one session so far and I really like Gail , she listens to me and understands my situation
Written on Sep 07, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Gail is an expert at what she does. Therapy is not fun for anyone, and making time for it is as fun as making time for a root canal. So I need efficiency. Gail does that, but she doesn’t rush me. I feel completely safe, heard, and supported. She also teaches me underlying concepts that allow me to comprehend my situation and also use the knowledge moving forward. Most importantly, Gail understands my personality; she understands how I am likely to perceive something, how I’d feel, how I’d react, and how to communicate with me in a way that is effective. It feels as though she’s known me for years. I can’t underscore enough how remarkable she is. It is an honor to be able to work with her.
Written on Jul 22, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd