Gaynor Butler, LCSW, CSW

Experienced LCSW for families and trauma

Trauma informed care
Family and relationship work
LGBTQ+ affirmative support

About Gaynor Butler

Gaynor Butler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of experience helping people navigate complex life transitions and emotional challenges. She holds the credentials LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and CSW (Clinical Social Worker credential), and brings deep experience supporting recovery from trauma, grief work, and family system concerns. Her practice emphasizes practical coping strategies and steady emotional support to guide clients toward greater resilience and self-understanding.

Gaynor specializes in family dynamics, trauma recovery, grief, parenting, and relationship concerns, and she provides affirmative care for LGBTQ+ clients and others exploring identity-related issues. She also works with individuals coping with anxiety, stress, anger, low self-esteem, and mood conditions such as depression and bipolar disorder. Her background includes supporting a range of populations from young adults to older adults and those involved in complex family arrangements such as adoption, foster care, and blended families.

Rooted in a collaborative, person-centered stance, Gaynor creates a respectful space where clients can examine their experiences, build communication skills, and develop strategies tailored to their goals. She integrates evidence-informed approaches while remaining attuned to each person’s unique story, offering steady professional guidance and compassionate support throughout the therapeutic process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Family conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefParenting issuesCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasSelf-harmSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Gaynor Butler have?

Gaynor Butler has 23 years of experience in clinical social work and psychotherapy.

Is Gaynor Butler a licensed therapist?

Yes. Gaynor Butler holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details: GA LCSW CSW005515.

In which languages does Gaynor Butler provide therapy?

Gaynor Butler provides therapy in English.

Where is Gaynor Butler located?

Gaynor Butler is located in Georgia.

How can I work with Gaynor Butler as my therapist?

You can work with Gaynor Butler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Gaynor Butler work with international clients?

Gaynor Butler does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Gaynor Butler 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 with therapy 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 Therapeutic Support

Gaynor Butler commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, using each approach to address different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking actions that reflect what matters most; it is often useful for coping with anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating and emotional bonds developed in close relationships, helping people understand how past attachment experiences influence current relationship dynamics and intimacy concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical skills for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood changes through structured strategies and problem solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Gaynor works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that fit their goals, preferences, and life context. She tailors interventions over time so therapy stays relevant and responsive to changing needs.

Online therapy with Gaynor can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it simpler to maintain continuity of care when life is busy or when in-person visits are not convenient, while preserving the therapeutic focus and ongoing collaboration between therapist and client.

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