Gina Todd , LCSW

Gina Todd is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 22 years of clinical experience, licensed to practice in both Louisiana and New York. She combines evidence-based methods with a person-centered orientation to create treatment plans that match each client's needs and goals. Her training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, person-centered techniques, holistic perspectives, and faith-informed approaches, allowing her to adapt strategies across a range of concerns.

Gina works with children, teenagers, and adults, including members of LGBTQI and multicultural communities, addressing issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, sleep problems, and career or compassion fatigue. She emphasizes practical skills and collaborative planning so clients can build coping tools and make meaningful changes in daily life. Gina recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and aims to meet people where they are, supporting them as they develop greater resilience and self-awareness.

Her practice focuses on tailoring interventions to the whole person - mind, relationships, and values - while honoring each client's unique background and strengths. Gina encourages those taking the first step toward help and supports progress at a pace that feels right for the individual.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Gina Todd

Gina Todd uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and skill-focused, and it is often used for issues like anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties.

She also incorporates trauma-informed principles that recognize how past harm affects current reactions and relationships. This approach emphasizes safety, pacing, and building coping resources for those recovering from trauma and abuse.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gina collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. This collaborative work helps ensure therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual's situation.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or limited local options. Sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow licensed professionals to provide consistent care without requiring travel, making it easier to attend appointments and maintain momentum between sessions.