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Gwen Staples

Therapist(She, Her)
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a warm, friendly and empathetic trauma therapist who has a passion for helping hurting people. I have a BA in Psychology, a MA in Human Services Counseling with a concentration in Life Coaching, and a MA in Marriage & Family Therapy. I am a Licensed Clinical Trauma Professional Level 2. I utilize evidenced based modalities such as EMDR, Somatic and Restorative Yoga, Trauma Focused CBT and mindfulness to name a few.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is to create a strong therapeutic bond that allows the client to feel comfortable and utilize modalities that fit the personality and treatment goals of each specific client.

What you can expect from me

The first session will consist of building rapport, collecting information and collaborating on a treatment plan that meets the clients needs.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Liberty University, MA (Master of Arts) at Touro University Worldwide
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, OCD, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Experiential, Somatic, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Relational, Trauma Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English