Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier, LICSW
Minnesota LICSW specializing in trauma and family care
- Attachment-informed care
- CBT and DBT skills
- Works with families
About Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier
Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier is a Minnesota Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with five years of clinical experience working across in-home, school, and residential treatment settings. She has supported people of many ages - from young children to older adults - using individual, family, and group therapy to address concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, substance use, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality features. She has also worked closely with parents on attachment and parenting skills, drawing on experience with adoption, foster care, and attachment-related challenges.
Gabrielle completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at St. Catherine University and earned a Master of Social Work from the University of St. Thomas in 2017. Her approach centers on a client-focused stance that views the person receiving care as the expert in their own life. She integrates practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to explore links between thoughts and behavior, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for mindfulness and distress tolerance, as well as solution-focused and narrative methods when processing trauma and setting goals.
Gabrielle blends warmth with clinical structure to help people develop coping strategies, improve relationships, and navigate life transitions. Outside of her professional work she enjoys spending time outdoors, exercising, and being with family.
Gabrielle completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at St. Catherine University and earned a Master of Social Work from the University of St. Thomas in 2017. Her approach centers on a client-focused stance that views the person receiving care as the expert in their own life. She integrates practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to explore links between thoughts and behavior, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for mindfulness and distress tolerance, as well as solution-focused and narrative methods when processing trauma and setting goals.
Gabrielle blends warmth with clinical structure to help people develop coping strategies, improve relationships, and navigate life transitions. Outside of her professional work she enjoys spending time outdoors, exercising, and being with family.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier have?
Gabrielle has 5 years of clinical experience.
Is Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LICSW credential - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - and is licensed in Minnesota as MN LICSW 26530.
In which languages does Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier provide therapy?
Gabrielle provides therapy in English.
Where is Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier located?
Gabrielle is located in Minnesota.
How can I work with Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier as my therapist?
You can work with Gabrielle through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier work with international clients?
Yes, Gabrielle works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Gabrielle draws from several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationships and early bonds to help people understand how past attachments influence current relationships and emotional responses - it can be helpful for parenting concerns, attachment difficulties, and trauma-related issues.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the individual leads the pace and goals of treatment. This approach supports personal insight, autonomy, and a collaborative working alliance between therapist and client.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, offering practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and stress through skill building and behavioral experiments.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the therapy process. Gabrielle works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to identify which approaches best match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online sessions - including video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging - provide flexibility for people with busy schedules, geographic limitations, or mobility constraints. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, access support from different locations, and fit therapy into everyday life.
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