Gage Peavler, LMSW
Guiding recovery from anxiety and trauma
- Evidence-based approaches
- Video and text sessions
- LMSW licensed therapist
About Gage Peavler
Gage Peavler listens to the stories people bring and helps them work through the difficulties that get in the way of living well. Inspired by his own experience in therapy, he pursued a career supporting others after seeing how counseling improved his quality of life. He welcomes people coping with anxiety, depression, the lingering effects of trauma, and other challenges, offering steady support as they explore change.
He helps clients build practical strategies to improve focus, manage symptoms, and move closer to personal goals. He also works with relationship and communication concerns, guiding people who want to strengthen connections with loved ones or communicate more clearly. Gage frames therapy as a collaborative process - he guides people through challenges so they can learn the skills to guide themselves.
With five years of clinical experience and an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - he blends evidence-informed techniques and mindful practices to meet each person where they are. The work emphasizes skill building, gradual progress, and choices that fit an individual's life and values, with the aim of helping people feel more capable and engaged in their daily lives.
He helps clients build practical strategies to improve focus, manage symptoms, and move closer to personal goals. He also works with relationship and communication concerns, guiding people who want to strengthen connections with loved ones or communicate more clearly. Gage frames therapy as a collaborative process - he guides people through challenges so they can learn the skills to guide themselves.
With five years of clinical experience and an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - he blends evidence-informed techniques and mindful practices to meet each person where they are. The work emphasizes skill building, gradual progress, and choices that fit an individual's life and values, with the aim of helping people feel more capable and engaged in their daily lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gage Peavler have?
Gage Peavler has 5 years of experience.
Is Gage Peavler a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LMSW. License details are MI LMSW 6801115767.
In which languages does Gage Peavler provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Gage Peavler located?
Gage Peavler is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Gage Peavler as my therapist?
You can work with Gage Peavler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gage Peavler work with international clients?
Gage Peavler does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gage Peavler 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.
Approaches that guide online care and coping
Gage Peavler uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then identify values-based actions that move them toward a more meaningful life. This approach can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and living with ongoing stress.
He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teach practical skills for changing them. CBT is often effective for anxiety, mood concerns, and building better daily routines. Additionally, elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are used to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills when intense feelings or relationship challenges interfere with functioning.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Gage collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting as progress unfolds.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexible options for scheduling and engagement. These formats allow people to access licensed professionals from home or other locations, making it easier to keep consistent appointments and practice skills between sessions.