- Addictions support
- Trauma-informed care
- Grief and loss
About Gina
Her style is person-centered and down-to-earth. Sessions focus on what matters most to the individual and on practical steps they can try between meetings. Gina blends several evidence-based methods to match a person's needs, drawing from cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, and solution-focused ideas while keeping a trauma-informed perspective.
Clients often bring complex issues such as attachment wounds, abandonment fears, codependency, communication and control problems, or struggles after separation. She also supports people navigating cancer, blended family dynamics, dissociation, and substance use concerns. Conversations cover feelings, behavior patterns, and coping choices.
Gina describes the work as collaborative and respectful. She listens first, helps set clear goals, and tries approaches that fit the person’s pace. Progress is tracked in small, visible steps rather than big promises.
Practical matters are handled simply. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and prospective clients begin by completing a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
Minnesota
Languages
English
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Gina often draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques to help people spot and change unhelpful thinking and behaviors. That approach is useful for depression, anxiety, and patterns that feed substance use or relationship problems. She also uses dialectical behavioral ideas to teach emotion regulation and coping skills when feelings feel overwhelming.Her work is collaborative. Gina starts by listening to what matters most to the person and then tests approaches together. She helps set clear, practical goals and adjusts methods as needed so the plan fits the client's needs, goals, and preferences.
Session arrangements are not listed in the biography, so confirm which formats are currently offered before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow people to connect from different locations. It can also let someone choose shorter check-ins or meetings that work around work and caregiving commitments. Licensed professionals will discuss the best way to meet based on what the client needs and what works in everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Gina help with?
She works with people facing addictions, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment, abandonment, codependency, communication problems, and substance use.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Gina uses a person-centered style and an eclectic toolkit. She listens without judgment, sets practical goals, and tries methods that fit each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of experience working in clinical practice across a range of mental health and substance use concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a licensed professional clinical counselor, LPCC, practicing in Minnesota.
Which languages are conversations held in?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.