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Gordon Nelson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut

Gordon Nelson

Individual therapy

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

Specializes in Aging
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
Aging
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

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • Allied
  • 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 appointmentSunday, Jul 5th