Hello and welcome! My name is Jeff Gagliardi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the areas of anxiety, depression, chronic illness and life coaching. I also have significant experience working with clients dealing with behavioral addiction such as gambling and technology use. I leverage my background in finance to counsel clients about financial issues, which often can negatively impact peoples' mental health. I have my Master's of Social Work and Doctorate of Social Work degrees from Southern Connecticut State University. I have been a clinician for six years after leaving a career in finance, and I’m incredibly grateful that I have the opportunity to help people overcome challenges in their lives.
I recently began focusing on my private practice work full-time after leaving an intensive outpatient treatment facility where I worked with clients with a broad range of mental health diagnoses. My therapeutic approach involves using positive psychology, which focuses on developing a person’s strengths to allow them to create a greater sense of well-being. My goal is not just to help people survive life, but to help them thrive. Building a healthy counseling relationship is critical for the therapeutic process to be successful. I recognize that finding a counselor is an incredibly important and personal decision. If for any reason an individual does not connect with my approach, I will assist them with finding a therapist that is a better fit for them. I do everything I can to connect with people I work with and help them to feel comfortable and safe. I regularly ask for feedback on how clients feel counseling is progressing so I can make any adjustments that are necessary to improve the process.
In our work together, we will determine the goals you are looking to achieve in therapy and establish a plan to achieve them. Every client is unique, and I tailor counseling interventions to each specific person. Most importantly, I will learn about you and support you while we go through this transformative process together. I am continually seeking out new approaches that can help people develop healthier coping strategies and habits, and I then relay these ideas to my clients. I applaud you for taking this step to improve your life and I hope that I can be a person to help guide you on your journey.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Fatherhood issues, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy
NY LCSW 091416
CT LCSW 10694
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I've only done 3 sessions but so far my experience with Jeff has been great. He is very understanding of my experience and is open to me learning about the therapy process, which I appreciate. I already feel very comfortable talking about anything and can see myself growing as I continue this process. This is my first time trying therapy and I really like it.
Written on May 02, 2023 after therapy with Jeff for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coaching
Jeff is a great sounding board and always helps me see the bigger picture in situations. He has helped me grow as a person and develop the self confidence I needed to make difficult decisions.
Written on Apr 18, 2023 after therapy with Jeff for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Jeff is the true definition of a professional!
Very sincere and true about one’s mental health and happiness. Offers great support and encouragement, and at the same time listens attentively to every single detail.
I would highly recommend and encourage anyone who is looking for or struggling with everyday life to seek out Jeff Gagliardi! Jeff has been a great resource for me!
Written on Mar 09, 2023 after therapy with Jeff for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Jeffrey Gagliardi is a skilled therapist who listens intently and asks thoughtful questions during our sessions. Jeffrey also offers practical exercises to complete between sessions that support reflection and forward momentum. I look forward to my sessions with Jeffrey and appreciate his check in's between our sessions.
Written on Dec 11, 2022 after therapy with Jeff for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and career difficulties
Jeffrey is awesome and easy to talk to, listens well and has great insight. I enjoy my sessions
Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with Jeff for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Attentive, good follow-up and able to relate well to threads from past sessions. Very understanding and non-judgemental.
Written on Aug 08, 2022 after therapy with Jeff for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coaching