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I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) from New Orleans, Louisiana. My expertise is in treating trauma-related disorders. I began my social work career as a housing case manager for fellow New Orleanians displaced by Hurricane Katrina, then worked as a domestic violence victim advocate through the Orleans Parish District Attorney's office. I also provided in-home mental health rehabilitation services and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy throughout the greater New Orleans area for several years. Now I practice online therapy full-time from my home, serving adults across the country.
My passion is helping others overcome adversity through authentic self-expression and safe, meaningful connection. I look at problems through an intersectional feminist framework and use cognitive behavioral interventions that help my clients manage overwhelming emotions, change self-destructive habits, improve personal relationships, and feel more in control of their lives. Cognitive behavioral therapy is considered the gold standard for treating anxiety and depression. It involves a lot of writing out our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that we can notice patterns and find alternative choices. This is why weekly Live Chat sessions, along with sending messages and completing worksheets in between sessions, are a perfect modality for this treatment approach.
While the therapeutic relationship is a professional one, it's important that you experience me as a real person with genuine interest and care for you, so I'll share a bit about myself here. I identify as a bisexual cis woman with chronic pain, and an advocate for social justice. I am located in New Orleans, Louisiana where I have lived most of my life. I have a BA in sociology and women's studies from Loyola University and a master's in social work from Tulane University. I took a 3-year hiatus from social work to move to New York City, where I worked as a ballerina, yoga instructor, and Broadway theatre bartender. I started my private practice back in New Orleans when COVID hit. I share my home with my 3 pets: a goldador named Bella, a chihuahua-mix named Rex, and red-tail boa named Kaa. I like to take road trips, and most of my vacations are spent in a campground or at a music festival. I also perform with local community theaters and dance companies.
Though most of the people I’ve treated have experienced trauma, it's not what brings most people into therapy. I start with the changes you'd like to see in your life right now. Having a supportive person you feel safe with and understood by is neither a luxury nor aid you have to qualify for; it's what all humans need to thrive. I will build a brave space with you, where you can explore how your past experiences have shaped patterns of thoughts and behaviors. You will clarify your values and learn to live them authentically in the present. Oftentimes this process involves uncovering and processing past trauma. I have found trauma is not something you get over, but something you move through. As a trauma survivor myself, I’ve experienced the transformative power of therapy from the client side, too. I know how much courage it takes to open up to someone new, and let them see who you are and who you want to become. I would be honored to step into your world and move through it with you.
Professional experience
12yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationshipsTrauma, AbuseDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Renee Gaubert. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Renee has been so awesome! Not only does she listen to my issues with an open mind free of judgment, but she's there when I need her. I have had emergency situations come up where I needed to chat with her day of and she has made time to schedule live chats with me no matter what her calendar says. That really means A LOT!!! I will recommend her and BetterHelp to anyone who will listen :)
Written on Sep 15, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Renee is kind, compassionate and has been very helpful to me, in my experience. She has helped me find a voice for myself and understand myself better. She shares her personal experiences for relatability and initiates communication to help identify triggers.
Written on Jul 28, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Renee is exactly the therapist that I need---patient, nonjudgmental, and challenges me on some wishful thinking. She is great at zeroing in on the core issues without being overly blunt.
Written on Jun 14, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Only had a few sessions but so far very pleases with subject matter, confidence in the response and reactions to my concerns.
Written on Jun 07, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Excellent therapist. Digs into issues and while on chat is able to elicit specific emotions etc
Written on Apr 02, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She has been very helpful.
Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Renee is a down to earth and patient professional. She works with me and offers information and kindness.
Written on Jan 17, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Renee has and continues to help me so much with understanding my emotions and finding meaning in every aspect of my life. She has given me the tools to really allow me to craft my own positive perspective on all of life's ups and downs. She is there for all of the hard times and so much fun during the good times. She always knows how to deal with serious issues and still finds good spots for some levity and humor. All things considered Renee is a genuine caring person with a big heart and a great understanding of people and their feelings.
Written on Oct 20, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Renee was fantastic to work with. I will be back to work with her again soon and share my progress.
Written on Sep 25, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Accidentally clicked the wrong answer for how Renee responds. She responds in a timely manner. She is great. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. She really listens and challenges me to grow in ways that benefit me.
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Always great.
Written on Oct 12, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I have already recommended better help to friends and family!
Written on Aug 10, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Renee has really helped me start to become aware of thoughts and behaviors that I am working to change so I can live a happier and more fulfilling life. It's a non-linear process, but Renee has consistently been a source of strength and insight in the process and I am thankful for her.
Written on Jul 12, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 4 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I really feel comfortable speaking to Renee. She helps me feel secure about speaking about my issues and provides workable thought solutions.
Written on May 11, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Renee knows me better than I know myself. She is gentle and compassionate. If you are looking for a trauma-informed counselor, you are in the right place.
Written on Apr 27, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
I absolutely love Renee and look forward to our sessions every week!
Written on Mar 15, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and bipolar disorder
Renee us one of the best counselors I have worked with in my 15+ years of therapy. I feel so grateful to have found a counselor who helps me with big picture, existential questions as well as day to day practices in mindfulness, breathing, and behavioral changes. In the past year of working with her I have been able to implement new skills and accountability measures, and have seen a vast improvement in my overall functioning, and emotional health.
Written on Mar 10, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, parenting issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Renee has keen insight and great mastery of her calling. I couldn't be in better hands.
Written on Feb 16, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 7 months on issues concerning depression, and self esteem
Renee is amazing! She's kind, understanding, and supportive. She knows what's at the heart of the issue and is excited to see me thrive!
Written on Jan 19, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
I love Renee!! She is so incredibly helpful and understanding. I definitely feel better and stronger after our conversations.
Written on Nov 02, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Renee is fantastic. She’s helped me examine my thoughts and feelings in ways that have given me a lot of clarity about myself. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Written on Oct 28, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 3 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Renée has been life changing. I am extremely anxious and was very nervous about therapy. She is kind, empathetic, patient and especially creative. I love the way that she builds on my metaphors and images to help me to a clearer prospective and helpful thoughts. I've gone from being anxious about our text only chats to telling her things that I've never told anyone. I now very much look forward to our live video sessions. Renée has this way of kindly guiding me to helpful tools and thoughts without making me feel rescued. Its helping me to learn to trust myself more. Therapy with her has been an amazing experience for me and I highly recommend her.
Written on Oct 15, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
This is my first experience with counseling and so far I am very satisfied with how it's been going. Renee is very attentive and patient; she is quick to respond and suggest anything that might be helpful with whatever I am experiencing. I definitely feel like I can talk freely and talk without worry in our sessions and when I journal. This is definitely something I am glad I chose to do and I definitely recommend Renee and BetterHelp to anyone that is willing and able to receive the aid they need.
Written on Oct 09, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very kind, caring and professional to work with.
Written on Oct 07, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, anger management, and career difficulties
She’s great been super helpful and kind
Written on Sep 14, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Renée is one of the best counselors I've ever had.
She is wildly empathetic, kind, and intelligent. She cares and pays attention.
I've trusted her with extremely vulnerable information/experiences and we've worked through them together.
I leave our sessions feeling understood and deserving of happiness & recovery.
With her help, I've made great progress and am excited to keep working at it.
Written on Aug 17, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
Renee is attentive and effective at pulling out of me what I need to say out loud. It is still early in our relationship, but I am confident she is a good fit and will be most helpful.
Written on Jul 24, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
Very easy to talk
Written on Jul 20, 2020 after therapy with Renee for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
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