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Gillian Van Dien

WI LPC 4237-125
Credentials
WI LPC 4237-125
NPI Number
1487278404
Location
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Gillian Van Dien

Accepting new clients

17 years experience
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About Gillian Van Dien

As a licensed therapist in Wisconsin, I bring 17 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on compassionate, holistic care that honors each person’s unique journey. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma, with a deep commitment to helping clients develop self-love and self-compassion, improve communication, and navigate life transitions.

My therapeutic work focuses on empowering individuals to overcome problematic patterns, build resilience, and reconnect with their sense of purpose. I have extensive expertise in supporting adults and teenagers learning to manage stress and anxiety and resolve depression, women working through personal and cultural issues, young adults, and individuals experiencing midlife challenges. My practice creates a supportive environment where clients can explore difficult emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop healthier patterns of thinking and relating.

I approach therapy as a collaborative process, believing that every individual has the inner resources to grow and transform. Whether you’re struggling with social anxiety, workplace stress, relationship dynamics, or personal identity challenges, I’m here to walk alongside you with understanding and professional guidance.

Licenses

LPC
4237-125

Professional experience

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

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Attachment issues
  • Blended family issues
  • Body image
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Chronic pain, illness, and disability
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Divorce and separation
  • Eating and food-related issues
  • Emptiness
  • Family of origin issues
  • Family problems
  • Fatherhood issues
  • Guilt and shame
  • Impulsivity
  • Infidelity
  • Intellectual disability
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Mood disorders
  • Narcissism
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-love
  • Sexual assault and abuse
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Gillian is the wisest, most knowledgeable therapist EVER. If you are searching for science based techniques, explanations and guidance, Gillian is the gal for you! Not only does she intently listen, she gives extremely helpful feedback and reasoning for the things I’m dealing with. You cannot go wrong with her.”

“Gillian is phenomenal, she can ask me questions that would typically be uncomfortable, but provide me a safe environment to explore the answers and feel good about the discussion when it's finished. I absolutely believe that she has helped me to better understand myself and to grow as a person.”

“Gillian has been a fantastic therapist! She has helped me using a variety of modalities and is really helping me make progress. She is a great listener and really can get to the heart of what I'm saying.”

“Gillian has showed me great support and so much knowledge as I begin my therapy journey. I am excited to continue working with her. I see myself making huge progress already after less than 10 sessions with her!”

“While I admit I am taking more ownership in therapy than I have in the past, I feel like I’ve made more progress in just a few sessions than I have in years. Dr.Van Dien is compassionate, skilled, and highly knowledgable.”

“Gillian is an incredible therapist and I cannot say enough good things about my experience. From the very first session, I felt truly listened to and understood. She takes the time to create a safe and supportive space where I can share openly without judgment. What stands out most is her genuine care and thoughtful approach. She doesn’t just listen, but she also offers practical strategies and insights that are tailored to me and my needs.<br /> <br /> She is compassionate, patient, and encouraging, yet also knows when to gently challenge me to think in new ways. I always leave our sessions feeling lighter, more grounded, and with a clear sense of direction. It’s rare to find someone who is both so professional and so personable, and I’m incredibly grateful for the positive impact she’s had on my well-being. She’s helped me with things I didn’t know I needed help with and shed light on lifelong tendencies and patterns I continue to use today. <br /> <br /> If you’re looking for a therapist who is not only skilled but also deeply kind and supportive, I wholeheartedly recommend Gillian.”

“Gillian is awesome! She asks great questions and listens attentively. Then she provides very constructive advice in a collaborative structure. I had never had therapy prior and frankly was not somebody who would seek outside therapy. That said Gillian has totally changed my perspective and it definitely helped me.”

“Awesome therapist who always listens and takes time to understand her patient.”

“Gillian has been exceptional in the care she provides.”

“Gillian is very professional and knowledgeable. She takes into consideration her clients biggest concerns and is supportive as she provides resources for her clients to look into in between sessions. Her feedback, which she gives in the moment, is based on up to date research. Gillian has a kind and direct speaking style which makes it easy to understand and digest her feedback. I only have good things to say about her-highly recommend!”

“I have never had someone make me feel so seen, heard and validated. Gillian is great”

“Gillian is wonderful. She has helped me understand so much about myself and has offered multiple tools for me to use to feel better and heal. She really is excellent!!”

“She has helped me move past my childhood experiences and has helped me realize that they don’t define me. My life has changed for the better because of her help.”

“Knowledgeable and helps with my anxiety and helps me to understand what I’m going through”

“Gillian has been so helpful during my therapy journey. She listens not only to what I’m saying but between the lines of problems I’ve had difficulty identifying. She explains things so easily and even in a few short sessions has helped me so much. I highly recommend Gillian!”

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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