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Alaina Gay

Therapist
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
  • Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello! My name is Alaina Gay (She/Her), and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical in the State of Maryland. I offer individual and couples therapy to youth and adults ages 15 – 65 who are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, family trauma, communication struggles, and other challenges that can make it difficult to navigate daily life. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds including the LGBTQIA community. I care deeply about supporting people to find joy and balance again. My goal is to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel safe sharing your struggles and experiences. I use proven, client-centered methods that are shaped to fit your personal needs.

My approach to therapy

My approach focuses on meeting you exactly where you are. I know that everyone’s journey is different, and it is important to respect your story. I hope that by offering a supportive and honest space, you will feel comfortable exploring anything that may be holding you back. Together, we will build a strong, trusting relationship and work as a team to help you reach your goals and create the life you want.

Through years of serving the community, I have learned that trust is one of the most important parts of a successful relationship. When we begin our journey together, I will do all that I can to ensure you feel heard, seen, and supported.

What you can expect from me

I am truly excited to work alongside you and support you in building and sustaining a life of fulfillment, purpose, and genuine happiness. I am available to meet with individuals and across the state of Maryland and can provide sessions either in person at our columbia office or online through our secure and private platform.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Energetic, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Walden University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical) (Maryland)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Play, Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    9531 Muirkirk Road
    Laurel, MD 20708
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