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Michigan

Gisela Lawson, MSW, LMSW-C, CAADC

Licensed Master Social Worker

Online TherapyKalamazoo, MISpeaks Spanish
License #680109480414 years of experienceAges 11+

Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, or unsure? As a licensed clinical therapist I can help you address these feelings by using a variety of therapeutic methods to help you gain an understanding of the root cause of your concerns, develop healthy coping techniques, & enhance overall mental health.

I specialize in working with children and adults who experienced trauma, struggle with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, trouble concentrating, irritability, anger, or overall life dissatisfaction.

My experience in mental health dates back 20 plus years working with children and adults, victim/survivors of domestic violence, child welfare, and substance use disorders. I believe in identifying the underlying causes of emotional discomfort and addressing them in a way that promotes longterm well-being.

If you are unsure, call me for a 10 minutes intake to talk further. I realize taking that first step can be challenging, let me help you overcome those challenges and start living the life you want to live.

I work with

IndividualsChildrenTeens

Accepted insurances

  • 6 Degrees
  • 90 Degree Benefits
  • Aegis LLC
  • Aetna/ First Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Affordable Health Choices/ Aetna Voluntary
  • Aetna EAP
  • Allstate Benefits (through Allied Benefit Systems)
  • American Continental (Aetna Senior Supplemental)
  • Assured Benefit Administrators
  • Boon-Chapman Administrators/ Wellnet Healthcare
  • Christian Brothers Services

I specialize in

  • Adoption
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • General Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar
  • Bullying
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence Victim
  • Gender Dysphoria or Transitioning
  • Parenting
  • Relationship/Family Stress
  • Self Esteem

Treatment approaches

  • Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Trauma Focused

Communities I work with

  • Bisexual/Pansexual Allied
  • Gay Allied
  • Lesbian Allied
  • Non-Binary Allied
  • Transgender Allied

Education

Master of Social Work

Western Michigan UniversityGraduated 2012

NASW member, certified in TF-CBT, EMDR trained, Theraplay trained