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- CBT methods
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About Cilicia
LCSW licensed in Arizona with eight years of experience. Cilicia Gooden helps people address stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, bipolar conditions, and depression. She works with issues like postpartum depression, communication problems, and multicultural concerns using practical therapeutic methods.
Cilicia uses straightforward, action-focused techniques in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and somatic approaches to help people manage symptoms and cope with difficult memories. Sessions focus on skills, processing, and small steps that fit daily life.
Clients can expect short-term goal work alongside deeper trauma processing when needed. Cilicia helps people find clearer communication patterns, address guilt or shame, and make decisions about life purpose. She also supports those dealing with domestic violence histories, veteran and armed forces issues, and personality or mood disorders.
Her practice pays attention to cultural context and the effects of prejudice and discrimination. Cilicia aims to recognize how identity and background shape relationships and mental health, and she integrates that understanding into treatment planning.
People often begin with a focused assessment, then co-create a plan that balances coping skills and longer trauma work. Sessions are practical and conversational, with exercises or homework when useful. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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Therapeutic approaches used in online work
Many people find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helpful for managing anxiety and depression. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.EMDR helps people process distressing memories by combining focused recall with guided bilateral stimulation. It is often used when trauma and post-traumatic stress affect current life and relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose or combine methods based on their needs, goals, and preferences. That process may start with brief goal-setting and an initial assessment to see which methods fit best.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use different approaches and pacing to match someone’s day-to-day life without promising a specific outcome.
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Areas of expertise
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression. Additional focuses include postpartum depression, communication problems, and multicultural concerns.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses practical methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and somatic techniques. Sessions mix skill-building, processing, and brief goal-focused work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of clinical experience working with a range of mood and trauma-related issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in Arizona.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin with her practice?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.