- Goal-focused planning
- Strengths-based care
- Gerontology background
About Gina
Gina has worked extensively with older adults and holds a degree in Gerontology with additional training in advanced behaviors and cognitive care. That background supports people facing dementia and the loved ones who support them. She has also led grief support groups and assisted people coping with loss.
Her approach is strengths-based. Gina looks for what is already working and helps replace unhelpful coping habits with healthier options. She will listen first, then collaborate on concrete steps toward the goals you set together.
Gina uses a mix of approaches tailored to each person. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take meaningful action. Motivational Interviewing is used to build readiness for change. Mindfulness and client-centered techniques help with stress, anxiety, and emotional regulation.
People commonly bring concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting strain, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and grief. Gina aims to help people manage symptoms, solve day-to-day problems, and move toward a more satisfying life.
To begin, clients select the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is arranged according to the therapist's availability and the platform's process.
Areas of expertise
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Oregon, Nevada
Languages
English
How these approaches fit with online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters to them and take small steps toward those values. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's experience by offering nonjudgmental listening and support to build trust and clarity. That approach can help with grief, relationship stress, and self-esteem issues.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods feel most useful. That decision is based on your goals, preferences, and what shows progress in early sessions. The aim is to try methods that fit and adjust the plan as needed.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and making care easier to attend. Confirm the specific session options before booking so you know how appointments are delivered. Many people find that being able to schedule around daily life helps maintain consistency and practice skills between sessions.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
This therapist works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief as well as relationship and intimacy issues. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness, sleep problems, parenting strain, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Sessions focus on listening first, then setting practical goals together. The style is strengths-based and collaborative, with an emphasis on replacing unhelpful coping habits with healthier skills.
What is the therapist's background and experience?
The therapist has nine years of clinical experience and has worked across a range of needs from coping with unexpected events to supporting people with persistent mental illness.
What credentials and location are listed?
The clinician holds an LCSW and practices from Oregon. Please refer to the profile for licensing details listed as OR LCSW and NV LCSW where applicable.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available.
How does the cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with this therapist?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You will then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
