I am a person-centered therapist who prioritizes creating a supportive and empathetic space for my clients. I focus on helping them explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace, empowering them to achieve their identified goals through self-discovery and personal growth. My clients can expect a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment where they feel heard and valued. I work collaboratively with them to identify their goals and tailor the therapeutic process to meet their unique needs. Clients can anticipate sessions that encourage self-reflection, build on their strengths, and provide practical tools for overcoming challenges. Through our work together, they can expect to gain insights, develop coping strategies, and experience growth that empowers them to make meaningful progress toward their goals. Above all, they can count on a therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My clients can expect a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment where they feel heard and valued. I work collaboratively with them to identify their goals and tailor the therapeutic process to meet their unique needs. Clients can anticipate sessions that encourage self-reflection, build on their strengths, and provide practical tools for overcoming challenges. Through our work together, they can expect to gain insights, develop coping strategies, and experience growth that empowers them to make meaningful progress toward their goals. Above all, they can count on a therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Your greatest strengths as a provider likely include creating a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe and supported. You excel at building strong therapeutic relationships grounded in trust and empathy, enabling clients to explore their emotions and challenges openly. Your ability to individualize care and align therapeutic techniques with clients' unique goals demonstrates your flexibility and commitment to their progress. Additionally, your person-centered approach, coupled with expertise in evidence-based practices, empowers clients to develop meaningful insights and actionable strategies for lasting change. Lastly, your dedication to fostering self-discovery and resilience highlights your focus on helping clients achieve their full potential.
About GISELLE DEJEAN
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Trauma-Focused CBT
I have six years of experience implementing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to support children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. This includes guiding clients through the structured TF-CBT components, such as psychoeducation, relaxation, affect regulation, trauma narrative development, and cognitive processing. I’ve worked collaboratively with caregivers to enhance understanding and build supportive environments, ensuring effective healing and improved emotional and behavioral outcomes for young clients.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
I have six years of experience implementing Cognitive Processing (CPT)to support adults who have experienced trauma. This includes guiding clients through the structured CPT components, such as psychoeducation, relaxation, affect regulation, trauma narrative development, and cognitive processing. I’ve worked collaboratively with clients to enhance understanding and build supportive environments, ensuring effective healing and improved emotional and behavioral outcomes for young clients.
Grief Therapy
I have 11 years of experience providing grief therapy to clients of all ages, helping them navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of loss. My approach includes facilitating healthy coping mechanisms, processing emotions associated with grief, and supporting clients in finding meaning and resilience after loss. I tailor interventions to each individual’s needs, incorporating evidence-based techniques to foster healing and long-term emotional well-being.
Motivational Interviewing
I have 11 years of experience utilizing Motivational Interviewing (MI) to support clients in exploring and resolving ambivalence toward change. My work involves guiding clients through the stages of change by fostering collaboration, enhancing intrinsic motivation, and reinforcing their autonomy. I effectively use MI techniques such as reflective listening, open-ended questions, and affirmations to empower clients in achieving their personal goals and making sustainable changes.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I have 11 years of experience utilizing a person-centered approach to therapy, creating a supportive and empathetic environment where clients feel valued and understood. This approach focuses on building a strong therapeutic alliance, emphasizing unconditional positive regard, active listening, and empathy to empower clients in their personal growth. By fostering a nonjudgmental space, I help clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and goals at their own pace, facilitating self-discovery and improved well-being.