Gilbert Gammad, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Gilbert!

I offer individual therapy to young adults seeking support for depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, trauma, and issues related to gender, sexuality, and race. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to help you bring language to your emotional experiences and develop tools to observe and hold your life.

My focus

I work with individuals who are ready and willing to take the plunge and explore the depths of their psychology. Together we address depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, trauma, and issues related to gender, sexuality, and race.

My approach

I believe our present-day challenges are influenced by personal history and the socio-political-economic systems that shape them. I support you in understanding the various factors behind your challenges and developing the courage and self-compassion to experience your vulnerability and capacity to grow.

My communication style

I cultivate a playful, authentic, and reflective space in therapy. I use reflection, active listening, and humor to shape how we understand ourselves and those around us. I aim to be an empathic, endlessly curious, clear, and reflective partner in your therapeutic journey.

My journey to mental healthcare

I found great fulfillment working with youth as an advocate and group facilitator, discovering how creating a container for reflection can support self-compassion, fulfillment, and curiosity. This deep fulfillment led me to become a therapist, where I continue exploring how our environment and history impact our lived experiences.

My goals for you

My focus is helping you develop courage and self-compassion to experience your vulnerability and capacity to grow. I support you in understanding the various factors behind your challenges and building tools to navigate them with greater awareness and agency.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll explore what brings you to therapy and what you hope to gain from our work together. I'll create a warm, reflective space where you can begin to share your story. We'll start building a collaborative relationship focused on understanding your experiences and identifying pathways forward.

I identify as...

Non-binary
Asian
Agnostic, Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy

Humanistic

Psychodynamic

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

LGBTQIA+

Gay

Intersex

Lesbian

Non-Binary

Queer

Racial Justice

Sex-Positive/Kink

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of California, Berkeley.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Gilbert Gammad