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Gina Dunphy, LCSW

LCSW with 30 years experience
  • Mindfulness and DBT
  • Client directed care
  • Accepts international clients

About Gina Dunphy

Gina Dunphy is a social worker with 30 years of experience who brings a steady, client-centered approach to counseling. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work, and she is licensed in Illinois as an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential that authorizes clinical social work practice.

Her therapeutic style is eclectic and directed by the person in therapy. She offers expertise in mindfulness approaches as well as DBT - Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and she adapts methods to fit each individual's goals and preferences.

Gina encourages clients to set the direction of their work together. Some people pursue concrete problem solving during sessions, while others prefer a supportive space for processing and feedback. She brings compassion, extensive experience, and a positive outlook to the counseling relationship.

She looks forward to meeting new clients and supporting them as they address stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma, grief, mood issues, addictions, and other life challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disorders

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCodependencyControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Gina Dunphy have?

Gina Dunphy has 30 years of experience as a social worker and therapist.

Is Gina Dunphy a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her Illinois license is IL LCSW 149.020866.

In which languages does Gina Dunphy provide therapy?

Gina Dunphy provides therapy in English.

Where is Gina Dunphy located?

Gina Dunphy is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Gina Dunphy as my therapist?

You can work with Gina Dunphy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Gina Dunphy work with international clients?

Yes. Gina Dunphy works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Gina Dunphy cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to access care from a distance.

Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and if someone feels a different fit would be better they can switch therapists at any time. For many people, remote therapy offers an accessible, practical way to pursue support and make progress toward their goals.

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