Michelle Gaskins
Therapist, MA, LPC
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Relational Issues (Boundaries), Identity Development, and Self-esteem.
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Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief and Loss, Codependency, Spiritual Issues, Family Conflict.
My Approach
My therapeutic style is integrative and draws primarily upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy. I also have a trauma-based framework and have been trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
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-This Too Shall Last by K.J. Ramsey
-Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
-Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
-Self Compassion by Kristin Neff -
“May you live into this truth: Every part of your story has significance. Every part of your story is worthy of being told. Even your ongoing needs show us the story of how to be human and how to be held.”
–KJ Ramsey
Michelle Gaskins
As a therapist, I consider it a privilege to walk alongside people as they explore their identity, seek healing, and strive for change. I believe that everyone has a story to share and that there is great value in engaging your narrative in a way that is compassionate, curious, and hopeful.
I am passionate about working with couples seeking to improve their relationship and individuals struggling with interpersonal conflict, identity development, communication, life transitions, self-esteem, grief, and trauma.
Taking steps towards change can be difficult. I believe that counseling allows individuals to view their past and present in a new light, and provides opportunity to draw meaning and purpose from struggles. I help individuals identify new insights, tools, and skills that move them toward a more holistically healthy life. I am always changed by the process as well.
What to Expect
When working with me you can expect an approach that is collaborative, compassionate, and strengths-based. Therapy will be guided by your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming environment where you can experience holistic healing and change. I enjoy building relationships with clients that allow for authenticity, humor and flexibility.
Want to know more about EMDR?
EMDR is a type of therapy that is used to help individuals reprocess memories and experiences. Sometimes memories are not adequately processed which can cause distress and unwanted physical or emotional symptoms. However, our brains have the ability to reprocess memories and change how they are stored which can reduce or get rid of these symptoms. During EMDR therapy, we use what’s called bilateral stimulation to tap into the brain's natural method of reprocessing.