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Cynthia Gladyness

MI LMSW 6801078052
Credentials
MI LMSW 6801078052
NPI Number
1184937765
Location
Michigan
Languages
English
Cynthia Gladyness

Accepting new clients

26 years experience | Counselor of Color | Intl Clients Welcome
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About Cynthia Gladyness

As a licensed therapist in Michigan, I bring over two decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through life’s complex challenges. My approach is deeply rooted in understanding each person’s unique journey, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.

I offer a warm, inclusive therapeutic space that honors diverse experiences and backgrounds. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate difficult transitions, heal from emotional wounds, and rediscover their inner strength. Whether you’re struggling with grief, seeking to improve communication, or working through personal transformations, I’m committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.

My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices with a holistic understanding of human experience. I’m particularly passionate about supporting individuals through complex life stages, including military transitions, aging, family dynamics, and personal healing. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you can explore your challenges, develop resilience, and move toward meaningful personal growth.

Licenses

LMSW
6801078052

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Coaching
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Adoption and foster care
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Blended family issues
  • Cancer
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Divorce and separation
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Hospice and end-of-life counseling
  • Infidelity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life purpose
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Personality disorders
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
  • Self-love
  • Veteran and Armed Forces Issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Thus far, she's been very honest and very real. I can appreciate the advice that she gives.”

“Loved my sessions with Cynthia. She is direct, doesn’t beat around the bush which is what I needed. She challenged me to think further. Thank you!”

“Great therapist, listens and provides quality advice.”

“Cynthia has been sent from GOD! I've had a few therapists over the last 5 years and I wish I met her sooner. Empathetic, great listener, who also gives me the real when I need to hear it.”

“Cynthia cut to the chase and helped me quickly pinpoint areas I could improve on. Her compassionate approach to self helped me prioritize my mental health each day.”

“Timely advice from a highly trained mental health provider”

“Cynthia has been very supporting and helpful to me during this year. I enjoy her encouraging words, and her sharing different perspectives/views of my challenges. Highly recommend!”

“Have only had two sessions with Cynthia but she is attentive, listens and allows my wife and I to both express our full thoughts without allowing either one of us to butt in:)”

“We've found working with Cynthia to be helpful. She has assisted us with discussing underlying issues, learning healthy ways to communicate, setting boundaries, and learning what works for us personally, not what society suggests. We are pleased so far and will continue for a while, as we've seen growth within our marriage and personally.”

“Great clinician, very seasoned and I can tell she knows what she is doing”

“I’ve had a great experience working with Cynthia. She’s compassionate, attentive, and creates a safe space to talk openly. I’ve made progress and feel truly supported. Highly recommend!”

“Cynthia is very understanding of my therapy journey and offers a wealth of coping mechanism to assist me. She allows time for questions and also sends work sheets.”

“I love how actively she listens and she’s patient but she know when to interject appropriately and I feel hard insane by her and understood”

“Cynthia is very helpful, listens to me and provides great perspectives on my thoughts and ways I can overcome challenges.”

“My responses are based on the fact that we are just starting and getting to know one another.”

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.
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