- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Linda
Linda Gardepe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts with 11 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, LGBT issues, and career matters. Linda also lists blended family issues among her focus areas.
She uses straightforward conversation to help people sort through specific problems. Sessions often involve listening, asking practical questions, and trying small changes to see what helps. Linda draws on client-centered work and cognitive and behavioral tools to address what matters day to day.
When trauma is part of the story she brings approaches aimed at reducing distress and unwanted memories. She also uses mindfulness skills and techniques from dialectical behavior therapy to manage strong emotions and improve coping. These methods are applied in steps that match each person’s pace.
Linda helps people with relationship patterns and communication problems, including the strain that can come from merging households or navigating stepfamily roles. She can also support concerns such as guilt, shame, grief, and the aftermath of abuse.
Her style is direct and practical. New clients complete an initial questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and she accepts international clients who speak English.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a working relationship. Online sessions using this approach are often about clarifying goals, talking through daily problems, and trying simple changes that fit home life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and tries concrete experiments to change unhelpful patterns. In an online session CBT techniques can include thought records, activity planning, and practical skills to reduce anxiety or low mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest steps to try. Decisions about methods are collaborative and can change as progress is made.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Others prefer a longer session to work through complex material. Discussing how sessions will be scheduled and what length fits your routine is part of the first meeting.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, LGBT concerns, and career matters. She also lists blended family issues among her focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and client-centered, using listening and collaborative problem solving. She incorporates cognitive-behavioral tools and mindfulness exercises as needed.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of professional work experience as a licensed social worker. That experience spans relationship concerns, trauma, and motivation and self-esteem work.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW in Pennsylvania and an LICSW in Massachusetts. Her practice is listed in Pennsylvania.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options when you book.
How are fees handled?
Session cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.