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Linda Gardepe, LCSW, LICSW

Licensed social worker for trauma and relationships
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Relationship support
  • Stress and anxiety

About Linda Gardepe

Linda Gardepe is a licensed clinical social worker with 11 years of professional experience, licensed in both Pennsylvania and Massachusetts and credentialed as LCSW and LICSW. She works with adults on a range of concerns including stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and confidence, depression, LGBT issues, and career-related struggles. Drawing on clinical training and practical experience, she helps clients address both immediate symptoms and the underlying patterns that affect daily functioning and relationships.

In sessions she emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be expressed safely. Linda collaborates with each person to build motivation, explore intimacy and communication, and strengthen coping skills tailored to their circumstances. She recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and affirms the step of reaching out as an important part of the healing process. Her approach aims to support clients in clarifying goals, increasing resilience, and moving toward greater confidence and well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

LGBTCareer difficulties

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Linda Gardepe have?

Linda Gardepe has 11 years of professional experience.

Is Linda Gardepe a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW. License details are PA LCSW CW023629 and MA LICSW 127831.

In which languages does Linda Gardepe provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Linda Gardepe located?

She is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Linda Gardepe as my therapist?

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

Does Linda Gardepe work with international clients?

Yes, Linda Gardepe works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Linda Gardepe 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.

Approaches for online healing and practical support

Linda integrates client-centered therapy, which focuses on creating a supportive, empathetic relationship where the client's own goals and values guide the work. This approach helps people who need a safe space to explore feelings, improve self-esteem, and build motivation.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT, a skills-based method that helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and many everyday stressors because it teaches practical tools for coping and symptom reduction.

Lastly, when trauma is a central concern, elements of EMDR can be incorporated to address distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact. EMDR is often applied alongside other therapies to support recovery from past traumatic experiences.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Linda works with each client to match strategies to their needs, goals, and preferences so therapy evolves in a way that feels useful and respectful.

Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging let clients access licensed professionals from different locations and fit care into busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in treatment and to use the methods that work best for the individual.

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