I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Wisconsin with over 20 years of experience providing counseling and psychotherapy services in a variety of settings including residential treatment, outpatient psychotherapy, and vocational rehabilitation. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP 1), a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), and a Certified Telemental Health Professional (CTMH). Everyone has the ability to heal from past injuries, solve psychological problems, and improve their lives so that they are happier, more confident, and better able to achieve their life goals, when they are willing and ready to apply themselves to those tasks. I have worked with a wide range of people of all ages and backgrounds to help them solve the problems that brought them to therapy, learn and practice new skills, new ways of thinking, more effective ways to manage their lives to be more fulfilling, and move toward the goals they set for themselves. People come to therapy for a wide range of reasons; our first task is to identify what you want to change and need assistance with and develop a plan to achieve those goals. Some of the problems I've helped people work through include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD resulting from a range of experiences (including abuse experienced as a child, domestic violence, and sexual assault), family problems, women's issues generally, various relationship problems, employment problems, and adjusting to many life changes.
A good working relationship is necessary for therapy to be successful. You are the expert on your life; this is your journey. My role is to be a guide, help you find perspective on yourself and your experiences, be a source of support and information, help you learn how to make the changes you wish to see in your life, and how to make those changes happen. I understand the importance of meeting you where you are. Therefore, our first task together is to establish that working relationship. You have to be able to trust your guide to be able to move forward, and that is a process in itself that can't be rushed. Once we've identified your goals, I use a variety of techniques drawn from different schools of psychotherapy to help you reach them. Some of those schools of psychotherapy include polyvagal theory, client-centered, motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, internal family systems (IFS), mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies.
It is also important to consider how any physical health conditions and the people and environments you interact with affect you psychologically. It's important to take all of these factors into account to effectively help you heal and grow.
This is a very personal journey for everyone. I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Gillian Van Dien. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Gillian has showed me great support and so much knowledge as I begin my therapy journey. I am excited to continue working with her. I see myself making huge progress already after less than 10 sessions with her!
Written on Nov 24, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
While I admit I am taking more ownership in therapy than I have in the past, I feel like I’ve made more progress in just a few sessions than I have in years. Dr.Van Dien is compassionate, skilled, and highly knowledgable.
Written on Oct 17, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Gillian is an incredible therapist and I cannot say enough good things about my experience. From the very first session, I felt truly listened to and understood. She takes the time to create a safe and supportive space where I can share openly without judgment. What stands out most is her genuine care and thoughtful approach. She doesn’t just listen, but she also offers practical strategies and insights that are tailored to me and my needs.
She is compassionate, patient, and encouraging, yet also knows when to gently challenge me to think in new ways. I always leave our sessions feeling lighter, more grounded, and with a clear sense of direction. It’s rare to find someone who is both so professional and so personable, and I’m incredibly grateful for the positive impact she’s had on my well-being. She’s helped me with things I didn’t know I needed help with and shed light on lifelong tendencies and patterns I continue to use today.
If you’re looking for a therapist who is not only skilled but also deeply kind and supportive, I wholeheartedly recommend Gillian.
Written on Sep 30, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gillian is awesome! She asks great questions and listens attentively. Then she provides very constructive advice in a collaborative structure. I had never had therapy prior and frankly was not somebody who would seek outside therapy. That said Gillian has totally changed my perspective and it definitely helped me.
Written on Aug 21, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Awesome therapist who always listens and takes time to understand her patient.
Written on Jul 17, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and grief
Gillian has been exceptional in the care she provides.
Written on Jun 24, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gillian is very professional and knowledgeable. She takes into consideration her clients biggest concerns and is supportive as she provides resources for her clients to look into in between sessions. Her feedback, which she gives in the moment, is based on up to date research. Gillian has a kind and direct speaking style which makes it easy to understand and digest her feedback. I only have good things to say about her-highly recommend!
Written on Jun 13, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
I have never had someone make me feel so seen, heard and validated. Gillian is great
Written on Apr 17, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gillian is wonderful. She has helped me understand so much about myself and has offered multiple tools for me to use to feel better and heal. She really is excellent!!
Written on Apr 04, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and self esteem
She has helped me move past my childhood experiences and has helped me realize that they don’t define me. My life has changed for the better because of her help.
Written on Mar 19, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Knowledgeable and helps with my anxiety and helps me to understand what I’m going through
Written on Mar 11, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Great
Written on Feb 01, 2025 after therapy with Gillian for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Gillian has helped me tremendously and guided me through some really hard times. She’s given me many different resources and tools.
Written on Dec 12, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Betterhelp and Gillian has helped me help myself so much. Although I’m not finished with therapy, I feel like a completely different person than when I started. I am noticeably happier. Learning healthy thought processes, professional advice and reminders, I feel my emotions instead of running from them. I am very open to everyone that see a therapist and tell anyone interested to at least check out Betterhelp
Written on Nov 28, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Gillian is sensitive to my concerns and deeply experienced. She provides insight and suggestions for me every time we interact!
Written on Sep 23, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes
Gillian has been very responsive and understanding of the concerns that I have wanted to address through therapy. She discusses my concerns with me and has helped provided valuable insights to my thoughts and concerns that I have wanted to address. I am so glad that I was matched with her!
Written on Aug 14, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
Gillian is a very knowledgable therapist across many different subject areas and types of therapy. I have learned more from her than any other therapist I have seen. I have also gained more insight into my behaviors and feel unconditionally supported by her. I strongly recommend Gillian!
Written on Jul 26, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gillian is a wonderful therapist! She does a great job at giving a professional and helpful third party perspective.
Written on Jul 14, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
I'm still getting to know her but like her so far
Written on Jun 26, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
Gillian is amazing! Can’t recommend her enough
Written on Apr 17, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Gillian has been essential to life changes for me. She listens and validates what I am saying, she offers insight to the issues I am having.
Written on Apr 14, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and parenting issues
She makes me comfortable to be able to talk and listens to what I have to say.
Written on Apr 09, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Gillian is by far the best therapist I have had. I had a hard time finding a therapist that was both empathetic and straightforward about my mental health. Thank you for all of your help!
Written on Mar 26, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Gillian is an excellent therapist who supports her advice with research. She is very knowledgeable and willing to listen to your problems. She is very respectful and approachable.
Written on Jan 13, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Understanding, helpful in talking through issues, and are an very expierenced. Is very supportive in sessions and is a great therapist to have!
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Gillian for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Great professional to work with and really understand how to best assist me with my issues.
Written on Dec 18, 2023 after therapy with Gillian for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Although this comes after our very first session, I feel we have connected and she will be helpful in my journey.
Written on Oct 26, 2023 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, parenting issues, and adhd
She is kind and keeps in touch with me.
Written on Sep 06, 2023 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
It’s my first time to do this and from the session we had, I feel very comfortable working with her, very professional too
Written on Sep 01, 2023 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatig
Gillian is great. She comes at our sessions with respect, understanding and solutions. She lets me guide things when I need to and gives me a fresh perspective. So far I look forward to therapy with her.
Written on Apr 07, 2023 after therapy with Gillian for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gillian listened to me and then worked with me to develop tools I can use to address my concerns. I felt heard and respected.
Written on Mar 04, 2023 after therapy with Gillian for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
She has been great and flexible on time!
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Gillian for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Excellent conversationalist, thorough and empathetic
Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with Gillian for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Gillian has helped me achieve my goals because she has given me a better understanding on how my brain functions and responds to problems. She has provided me clear resources and techniques so that I am better equipped for my issues when they arise.
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Gillian for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Perceptive, knowledgeable, thoughtful and prepared. Gillian is a professional. She has been very easy to work with and I recommend her without reservation.
Written on Nov 28, 2022 after therapy with Gillian for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I am starting up with her again because she is so good!
Written on Nov 26, 2022 after therapy with Gillian for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
The sessions have been very helpful in grounding me and allowing me to feel like I have control and a healthy respect for the position I am currently in
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Gillian for 1 month on issues concerning career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Gillian is a great listener and takes in all of the information that you give her. She will also give you advice or special techniques to help you improve with certain actions in situations. She is very understanding and she will definitely tell you if you are wrong about something and need to fix it. I love how gentle and caring she is! She will definitely get you in the right direction when you need it most.
Written on Oct 13, 2022 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Gillian is amazing. She provides very detailed feedback that takes time and it is helpful. She has over twenty years of experience.
Written on Sep 16, 2022 after therapy with Gillian for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I feel so lucky to have been paired with Gillian. She is a wealth of knowledge, she listens and offers feedback and asks great questions. I feel very safe speaking with her and I am learning so much about myself and she provides resources and tools that are helping me cope with life challenges
Written on Jul 28, 2022 after therapy with Gillian for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She is great, very helpful and knowledgeable
Written on May 21, 2022 after therapy with Gillian for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
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