Carleen Gates, LICSW
- Stress and anxiety support
- Family relationship care
- Video phone and messaging
About Carleen Gates
Carleen’s counseling style is warm, encouraging, and focused on the needs of each person she works with. She balances a candid and direct manner with empathy and thoughtfulness, aiming to create a space where clients feel respected and treated with dignity. She emphasizes compassion and sensitivity while guiding clients toward meaningful change.
Seeking help is a courageous step, and Carleen values the opportunity to accompany people on that journey. She welcomes clients who are ready to explore change and build a more empowered, fulfilling life, and she looks forward to supporting them as they take the next steps toward growth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carleen Gates have?
Carleen Gates has 10 years of experience working in the mental health field.
Is Carleen Gates a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). License details are AL LICSW 4396C.
In which languages does Carleen Gates provide therapy?
Carleen Gates provides therapy in English.
Where is Carleen Gates located?
Carleen Gates is located in Alabama.
How can I work with Carleen Gates as my therapist?
You can work with Carleen Gates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carleen Gates work with international clients?
Carleen Gates does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carleen Gates cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Carleen Gates integrates evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions, supporting meaningful change by clarifying values and committing to small, value-driven steps. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, nonjudgmental listening, and creating a supportive atmosphere where clients lead the pace and priorities of their work, which is useful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors, offering practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carleen collaborates with each person to explore which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from home or another convenient location, while preserving the core therapeutic relationship and skills-focused work.