Gloria’s passionate approach to Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling and serving others with respect and the utmost dignity allows her to connect to her clients on a more personal level. Gloria uses solution-focused counseling approaches and trauma-informed care. She is committed to meeting clients where they are according to their needs and abilities. She received a Master of Science in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from Winston-Salem State University. Gloria is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a national designation of Certification in Rehabilitation Counselor.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During the first session, clients can expect to go over their intake information and answer some questions to understand the reason for utilizing therapy. These questions are universal and allow the therapist to make a diagnosis and treatment plan that is most appropriate for the individual. The therapist and client will collaborate to create goals that the client is interested in achieving (learning/developing). The second session is much more personal and designed to meet the individual needs of the client.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Gloria has over eleven years of experience in mental health care both in acute, and clinical dual diagnosis (psychiatric hospitals), individual therapy, and group therapy. Working with patients with severe psychosis has allowed her to develop a love and appreciation for family and patients who suffer from mental health disabilities. She has adopted an approach that enables her to continually meet client needs with the appropriate therapeutic rapport.
In time away from work Gloria likes to be outside in the sunshine, meeting up with friends and finding new restaurants. She’s very easy-going and enjoys a good laugh and nostalgic movie on the couch with her dog.
Gloria looks forward to working with her clients each day with an empathetic ear and a compassionate heart.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Gloria has worked with clients of all ages and varying backgrounds, including specialized work in acute, co-occurring treatment settings however she has a heart for young adults and adolescents/teenagers
About Gloria Lee
Appointments
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Therapist uses the treatment method to focus on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Help the client understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Introduce mindfulness techniques to enhance awareness and acceptance. Relaxation training to incorporate relaxation exercises to manage stress and anxiety. Cognitive Restructuring to identify (cognitive) Distortions and help clients recognize and challenge cognitive distortions. Teach skills to replace negative thoughts and encourage the development of more balanced and realistic thoughts.
Trauma Informed Care
Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) is an approach that recognizes the widespread impact of trauma on individuals. Using Trauma-Informed Care in therapy involves creating a collaborative, empowering, and safe space for clients to explore and process their experiences. Collaborative Decision-Making by involving the client in decision-making processes, allowing them to have a sense of agency. The therapist enjoys using a strengths-based approach, focusing on the client's strengths and resilience rather than solely on deficits.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Person-Centered Therapy is characterized by its emphasis on the client's subjective experience, self-exploration, and the therapist's empathic understanding. Regularly assess the therapeutic relationship and be open to adapting your approach based on the client's evolving needs. Utilize a person-centered approach across various therapeutic modalities, including individual counseling, group therapy, or family therapy. The therapist uses a humanistic and client-centered approach that emphasizes the therapist's unconditional positive regard, empathy, and genuine understanding.
Motivational Interviewing
The therapist enjoys using Motivational Interviewing (MI) as a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication, designed to elicit and strengthen motivation for change by:
Emphasize the client's autonomy and ability to make choices.
Encourage the client to discuss reasons, desires, and needs for making positive changes.
Reinforce the client's belief in their ability to make positive changes.
Exploring resistance by using strategic reflection to gently guide the client toward considering alternative perspectives.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
The therapist uses Brief Solution-Focused Therapy as designed to be efficient and focused on the client's strengths and solutions. Keeping sessions brief, goal-oriented, and collaborative. Explore Solutions collaboratively, regularly evaluating success and barriers to solving and meeting goals in therapy.
