I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Substance Abuse Counselor in Wisconsin with 21 plus years of professional work experience. I enjoy helping clients to better understand their stress, reduce anxiety, cope with impulsive behaviors / addictions, identify trust issues within their relationships, build motivation, increase self esteem, enhance communication skills and develop confidence building. Experienced in working with depression, anticipatory anxiety and mood disorders. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and you won't have to do this alone. I am here to help support you in that process. It feels so uncomfortable to be vulnerable with another human being. Trust takes courage to build, one step at a time, one day at a time. An ancient Sufi philosopher Rumi, once wrote, "Be with those who help your being." Think about it, then turn the page. I encourage you to write the next chapter of your life, spiritually speaking. The choice is yours!
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
WI LCSW 8083 - 123
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I went into therapy with a very closed mind, not expecting much to come from it. But I can honestly say that Gary has helped me to open up and identify some things that have caused me to need this therapy in the first place. I am already a better person because of this! Gary not only helps with practical advice and expertise, but he also points me to Jesus above all, and has encouraged me to continue to believe in Him. He doesn’t just believe in God, I can tell he knows the scripture and truly loves people the way Jesus would want him too. I would 100% recommend Gary whether you’re a believer in Christ, or just looking for someone to talk to. I don’t feel judged, I feel encouraged and reminded that God loves me and forgives me.
Written on Oct 02, 2025 after therapy with Gary for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and adhd
Gary has been great! He listens and he asks hard questions and challenges me!
Written on Sep 22, 2025 after therapy with Gary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem