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Gordon Nelson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut

Gordon Nelson

Accepts Allied
Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

LCSW
31+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Gordon Nelson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Gordon has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Columbia University.

Branford, CT
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Curious

Hi there, I'm Gordon!

I’m a licensed clinical social worker with over 40 years of experience helping adolescents, adults and couples. I provide compassionate, client-focused and strength-based care in a space that feels safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental.

My focus

My focus works with Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Trauma, mood instability, emotional regulation, trauma, life transitions, couples, family dynamics, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD, and Chronic conditions.

My approach

My approach to therapy is warm, gentle, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection. I believe people do their best work in therapy when they feel heard, respected, and understood. I build trust while also helping clients move toward practical change. My treatment approach is individualized.

Expertise

Focus populations

Educators
LGBTQIA+
Non-Binary
BIPOC
Cancer
First Gen American/Immigrant Parents
Gay
Lesbian
Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy
Police/Fire/First Responders
Queer
Racial Justice
Single Mother
Transgender
+ 14 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy
  • Couples Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults
  • Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Allied
  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • Arlo
  • Ascension-SmartHealth

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Columbia University.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions

94 N Branford Rd, Branford, CT 06405

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Next appointmentMonday, Jul 13th