Carleen Gates - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

15 years experience

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

Stress, Anxiety
Family conflicts
Grief
Depression
Compassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Bipolar disorder
ADHD

Clinical Approaches

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

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Excellent in caring”

“Excellent therapist!!”

“Carleen is so kind and encouraging. She really knows her stuff and her guidance flows easily. She feels like a safe place to land each week, and I leave each session with newfound knowledge and wisdom.”

“I have met with Carleen once and I am already so optimistic and hopeful about my healing journey through therapy with her! She is so kind and supportive. She makes you feel heard from Day 1. Off to a great start!!! :)”

“I wouldn’t be who I am today without Ms. Carleen! She makes me feel seen, heard, and helps me in so many ways. She also keeps me in line with my faith. I thank God for Ms. Carleen Gates!!”

“She's amazing. She makes me feel heard and gives me the knowledge I need to make positive changes in my life!”

“She has been a great listener and has helped me with putting things into proper perspective.”

“Carleen is the best therapist I've worked with. She is empathetic and warm, but isn't afraid to gently challenge me when I need it. She listens and genuinely cares and uses techniques that actually help!”

“Mrs Carleen has helped me tremendously through the many transitions I’ve experienced in life and she has been the BEST therapist and support system! I HIGHLY recommend her! Thank you Mrs Carleen for being my safe space!”

“Carleen is very compassionate and always offers ways to help me progress in my grief. I would highly recommend her.”

“Carleen keeps my mind where it needs to be. She is thoughtful and compassionate when sharing advice. I feel safe sharing my life and challenges with her. She is a cherished part of my mental health team, and I’m so grateful for her!”

“Mrs. Gates holds no space for judgement and actually heard me and responded to my issues with such empathy and compassion in the most professional way. She made me feel at ease.”

“Working with Carleen has been a pleasure. She is very insightful and has done a wonderful job at creating a safe space for me to get to the core of my issues. I highly recommend her as a therapist.”

“Best therapist ever! She listens and responds. Very attentive and advise is spot on!”

“Amazing! Calm and personable.”

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