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Gretchen Landry, LCSW
Louisiana
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Medical social work experience
About Gretchen
Gretchen Landry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana with 15 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, and addictions. She also supports those dealing with chronic illness, cancer, caregiver strain, and life transitions.
Gretchen draws on her background in medical social work to connect health issues with emotional and social changes. She uses practical, structured approaches that focus on thoughts, behaviors, and coping skills. Sessions are interactive and goal-oriented, aiming to clarify problems and try small, doable changes.
Her methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), along with client-centered listening and mindfulness practices. She may use motivational interviewing to support readiness for change. These approaches are used to help people notice unhelpful patterns and experiment with different responses.
In sessions she helps people sort priorities, manage symptoms, and plan next steps. Work can include short skill-building exercises, behavior experiments, and focused conversations about values and choices. She also addresses family of origin issues, communication problems, and parenting stress.
Gretchen emphasizes practical problem solving and steady progress. People who want clear tools and direct support for handling everyday stressors may find this approach helpful. Before booking, confirm current session options and formats to match needs and schedule.
How CBT and ACT guide online sessions
Gretchen uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT involves breaking concerns into manageable parts, trying small behavior experiments, and tracking what helps over time. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify what matters to them and take values-driven action even when difficult feelings are present. ACT includes mindfulness exercises and practical steps to live in line with chosen priorities.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Gretchen works collaboratively to choose techniques based on the person’s goals and preferences. She will discuss whether CBT exercises, ACT practices, or client-centered conversations fit best and adjust as work progresses.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. When offered, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some people prefer phone check-ins for lower bandwidth needs, while others use video for face-to-face conversation. Discuss format preferences when scheduling to match practical constraints and goals.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is interactive and practical, focusing on clear steps, skill practice, and brief behavior experiments to reduce unhelpful patterns.
What is her professional background?
She has 15 years of experience and a background in medical social work, which helps connect health issues with emotional and social effects.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) licensed in Louisiana and practices there.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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