Kimberly Gaul, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Kimberly!

I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, insomnia, life transitions, new parenthood, grief, loss, and communication or social challenges. I provide a supportive space to help you navigate what you're facing.

My focus

I work with adults on depression, anxiety, insomnia, life transitions, new parenthood, grief, and communication or social challenges. I'm passionate about supporting birthing and non-birthing parents through pregnancy, loss, role changes, and postpartum challenges. I'm also trained in the leading approach for insomnia treatment.

My approach

I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy. Through collaboration, I tailor treatment to fit your individual needs and support you in effectively reaching your goals.

My communication style

I create a warm, welcoming space to prioritize your comfort and safety. I listen without judgment and am eager to understand your perspective and experiences so that we can effectively meet your goals.

My journey to mental healthcare

I found my way to therapy by being a listener and helper from a young age. I find tremendous reward in supporting others by connecting to their strengths and overcoming obstacles in life.

My goals for you

Progress is best achieved when we focus on what matters most to you and changes you want to make now. Together, we'll identify areas you feel ready to explore, taking small, manageable steps so you feel successful. We'll work closely to understand what progress looks like for you so we can mark your accomplishments.

Our first session

I'll ask questions to understand your goals for therapy, challenges you face, symptoms you're experiencing, and support around you. I may ask about past therapy experiences to understand what has been helpful or unhelpful and how I can best support you now.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

Autism or Asperger's Syndrome

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Behavioral Activation

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

Cancer

HIV/AIDS

LGBTQIA+

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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) in Social Welfare from University of California, Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Kimberly Gaul