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- CBT methods
- Client-Centered care
- Trauma-focused work
About Lacey
LCSW-C (Maryland) clinician with 11 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, parenting challenges, depression, and addictive behaviors. Lacey Gaters focuses on practical steps clients can take to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also draws on Client-Centered and Trauma-Focused approaches. Sessions are described as respectful, with active listening and a nonjudgmental stance rather than directive instructions.
Gaters earned a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from James Madison University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Maryland. Her experience spans hospitals and outpatient clinics over more than a decade. That background informs straightforward, skills-based work in the room.
People often come with concerns such as parenting strain, ADHD, mood disorders, family conflict, grief, self-harm, or compassion fatigue. She asks about goals and what’s getting in the way, then helps build practical tools to address those obstacles. The therapist emphasizes collaboration rather than giving orders.
Sessions tend to focus on identifying patterns, testing new ways of thinking, and practicing concrete coping strategies. For young people and parents, she works on behavior and communication skills that fit daily life. The approach aims to leave clients with techniques they can use between sessions.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the client. It helps clarify goals and priorities so sessions follow what the person wants to address. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Trauma-Focused Therapy helps people process past traumatic events and develop coping strategies for triggers and symptoms.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will ask about your needs, goals, and daily routine, then recommend which methods to try first. That plan can change over time based on what works and what doesn’t, so decisions are collaborative rather than fixed.
Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around school, work, or caregiving by removing travel time. They also allow shorter check-ins or conversations without needing to be on camera, which can help preserve energy on busy days. Licensed professionals use these formats to support consistent practice of the skills developed in therapy.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, depression, addictions, relationship and communication problems, grief, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and related concerns.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her documented approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She blends these to match each person’s goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has 11 years of clinical experience working in hospitals and outpatient clinics, supporting people with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW-C licensed in Maryland. Her training includes a BS in psychology from James Madison University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Maryland.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin the process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.