Back to therapists

Carleen Gates

AL LICSW 4396C

Credentials

AL LICSW 4396C

NPI Number

1629661384

Location

Alabama

Languages

English

Accepting new clients

10 years experience | Counselor of Color

Work with me

About Carleen Gates

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have provided case management services, group therapy sessions, individual therapy sessions, therapy at school, and tele-health services. Additionally, I have even served as an in-home therapist providing mental health services in the home. I have worked with clients from a broad range of concerns including: trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family dynamic distresses, poor communication styles, and emotional abuse.

My counseling technique is very caring, encouraging, and client centered. I am very candid and direct when providing therapy. I take pride in demonstrating compassion and being sensitive and thoughtful of the needs of others. More than anything, I strongly believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity.

It takes a great deal of courage to seek professional help and even more courage to implement change. I applaud you for taking the first step. I would love the opportunity to begin this journey with you in taking the next steps to begin living a more rewarding and self-empowered lifestyle. It would be an honor to help guide you along the way.

I look forward to working with you.

Licenses

LICSW

4396C

Professional experience

ADHD
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Stress, Anxiety

Additional Focus Areas

Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Life purpose
Money and financial issues
Self-love
Women's issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Carleen is awesome and so easy to talk to. I can tell she loves what she does and has put a lot of work into it.”

“I highly recommend therapy and I give Mrs. Gates 100/100 she is very transparent and open. She helps me to stay focused and calm. She also allows me the opportunity to express my thoughts and feelings without judgment.”

“She’s the GOAT”

“Very supportive and professional.”

“Carleen Gates is wonderful, and I would highly recommend her services.”

“I love Mrs. Carleen”

“My experience with Ms. Gates has been great! I have learned how to deal with grief and expressing my feelings.”

“Carleen is a wonderful therapist and I always feel better after therapy even when I am feeling good before but if I have a problem she helps me tremendously!!<br /> I cannot say enough good about her because she is so amazing and knowledgeable.”

“I have been with Carleen for 2+ years and I won't see anyone else. She has helped me through anxiety, grief, depression, you name it. Carleen is empathetic, encouraging, yet challenging. She is professional but engaging.”

“Therapist has been great to work with.”

“Carleen is very patient with me as I go through anxious and uncertain times in my life. She is part of my caregiver support team, and I am so grateful for her!”

“Carleen is the absolute best therapist I’ve ever had. She is very knowledgeable but also engaged and helpful. She has helped me to understand the traumaI experienced being raised by two narcissistic. I love the way she validates my emotions and gives me skills to face them, cope and move forward! She has been a TRUE BLESSSING!!”

“She is attentive, kind and caring.”

“Highly recommend”

“Carleen is very good at identifying the issues behind the issues and helping me to resolve them. I appreciate how much homework she gives and that we review the homework during our session. I didn't feel like I was starting therapy all over again having to rehash everything and get comfortable before opening up - she made me feel comfortable immediately.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.