Gilbertte Berthier , LCSW

Gilbertte Berthier is a Florida licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with seven years of experience providing mental health therapy and school-based social work. Her background includes work with individuals, couples, and families facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, anger management difficulties, ADHD, financial stress, and relationship challenges. Her pronouns are she/her/hers.

She offers a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can express themselves and explore change at a realistic pace. Her practice integrates evidence-based psychological approaches with faith-based perspectives when appropriate, and she shapes conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person or family's unique needs. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with advanced training in psychotherapy and social services - she brings practical skills for coping, communication, and emotional regulation.

Gilbertte emphasizes a human-centered view that begins with understanding the person before labels or diagnoses. She encourages clients to focus on gradual progress rather than perfection, and she frames therapy as a collaborative journey toward a more fulfilling life. With an emphasis on empowerment and resilience, she supports clients in identifying next steps when the path forward feels unclear. She aims to help clients regain footing after difficult experiences and to build on strengths to create sustainable change.

She is committed to helping people take the courageous first steps toward healing and improved well-being, offering tailored support designed to match each client's goals and circumstances.

Integrating therapeutic approaches in online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and to take committed steps toward those values despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where acceptance and purposeful action are helpful.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own capacity for growth. This approach can be especially useful for building self-esteem, improving relationships, and navigating emotional healing.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve coping. CBT is commonly applied to depression, anxiety, anger management, and ADHD-related challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Gilbertte collaborates with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors strategies over time so therapy remains responsive and practical.

Online sessions via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for busy schedules and varying comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and choose the format that feels most helpful for each person.