Grace Gipson

My communication style

Finding a therapist who is a good fit is so important. I'm an active listener, reflective, and often seek clarification to check for understanding. I use humor during sessions and find that this helps in building a strong therapeutic relationship. I strive to relate to your experiences to better understand your needs.

My journey to mental healthcare

I began working with foster and at-risk youth in group homes. Learning about the impact of trauma during childhood and adolescence led to my interest in substance use disorders. I then worked as a case manager in the community with individuals experiencing psychosis, substance abuse, and homelessness, which deepened my passion for this work.

My goals for you

Goal setting is up to you, but we'll try to set goals within the first couple of sessions to help guide our initial work together. I'll check in often to ensure we're focusing on the issues that are most important to you, while also creating space for you to explore and express other things that may come up.

Our first session

In our first session, you can expect me to be warm and approachable. I spend most of this session asking some key questions and learning about you. We'll focus on getting to know each other, set some ground rules, and then collaborate on your goals for therapy.

I identify as...

• Female, Cis
• Caucasian or White
• Spiritual