Gabrielle Thomas, LCSW, CSW, LICSW

How Gabrielle’s Approaches Work Online

Gabrielle often combines Attachment-Based Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to guide online work. Attachment-based work looks at past relationship patterns to understand current struggles with trust, closeness, or emotional reactivity. It helps people notice how early experiences shape present connections and responses. ACT focuses on values and committed action rather than only changing thoughts; it helps people accept difficult feelings while making choices that match what matters to them.

She also uses client-centered methods to keep the focus on each person’s priorities. That means the therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and follows the client’s lead when setting goals. Deciding which approaches to use is a collaborative process; Gabrielle will work with the client to find what fits their needs, goals, and comfort level.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people read facial cues and use shared exercises, while phone sessions require less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat and messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, writing out thoughts, or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a schedule and to keep momentum between meetings.