Cilicia Gooden

Cilicia is an independent clinical therapist that graduated from Arizona State University with both a Bachelors and Masters in Social Work. Cilicia works with adolescents, teens, and adults that have experienced trauma, emotion dsyregulation, difficult life transitions, depression, struggles with communication and anxiety. Cilicia uses different modalities such as CBT, Somatic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and other trauma focused therapies, in addition to meaningful conversation to address inner shadow work and whole body healing. Outside of work, Cilicia is currently in school for a doctorate in acupuncture & herbal medicine.

I'm a trauma-informed therapist who supports BIPOC clients, trauma survivors, and women navigating anxiety and life transitions. My approach is holistic and compassionate, blending evidence-based practices like EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, and somatic therapy to help clients heal from the inside out.

I create space where you don't have to explain or justify your lived experience-especially if you've felt unseen or unheard in other settings. Together, we'll work to restore your sense of safety, reconnect with your body and intuition, and move toward emotional clarity and empowerment. You set the pace, and I'll walk with you every step of the way.

Clients can expect to feel seen, supported, and empowered in sessions with me. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace- especially if you've been carrying stress, trauma, or cultural burdens alone for a long time.

Our work will focus on helping you regulate your nervous system, process painful memories, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and identity patterns that no longer serve you. I use tools like CBT, EMDR, Brainspotting and somatic techniques to support healing not just mentally, but physically and emotionally as well.

Together, we'll work toward meaningful growth, greater self-understanding, and a stronger connection to your identity, values, and personal power.