Our daily lives are increasingly fast-paced, and we are often overwhelmed by stressful situations, events, choices or feelings that we do not understand or even want in our lives. While coping, people often experience symptoms of depression and anxiety. In fact, many people don’t see themselves as coping at all and think they are “a mess” or “falling apart’. It is important to realize when you need professional help. Linda Gaines-Bookman, CSW-G, LCSW, MSW may be the right fit for you.

Young adults, such as college students may feel lost and confused about their new identity of being on their own. Adults of any age may have unhealthy ways of managing stress, such as excessive drinking or abusing other substances. Such choices usually impact family, work and relationships in negative ways. Linda understands that families may be pulled apart geographically and children worry about what is best for their aging parent (s). Lonliness for their children is a great source of depression, anxiety and isolation for elderly people who live alone.

In today’s disposable world couples often struggle with whether or not to stay in their marriages. The grass is not greener on the other side and Linda is skilled at helping couples enhance relationships rather than dispose of their partners.

Have you tried therapy before? Not all therapists are alike.  Linda is compassionate, warm and a good listener and you will find her to be most sensitive to what you need. Feel free to contact her soon!

Linda’s commitment is to compassion and empathy while building your trust. Linda is skillful in supporting and therapuetically listening while providing  a non-judgmental relationship and a safe place to talk… she exercises the utmost commitment to confidentiality. This is her promise.