About me

Hello, my name is Gail. I am a licensed mental health counselor. I have specialized in trauma and in substance. I am trained in EMDR. I have broad experience as a psychotherapist. I have experience working with families, couples, and individuals. I also have experience with anxiety, depression, bipolar, codependency, negative thinking style, phase of life, adjustment issues, self-esteem, social anxiety, feeling stuck, conflicts in relationships, loss of a sense of self, and other issues we face in life. I have experience with ages 13 years and older. Teens in particular have a more difficult time communicating their needs and trusting adults. Teens need someone they feel is listening to them and validating them at the same time. I can be the sounding board! I promise never to talk AT YOU, and to take my time in understanding your perspectives and your feelings. I will honor your trust and privacy; and I will never judge you. You are a valuable individual and your feelings do matter. You do not have to be alone, feel alone, or feel as if no one understands what it is like to be you! I promise to work hard to advocate for you and be on your side! Parents, your teens need a safe place where they can talk freely and experience privacy. Privacy is very important for the process to be successful and for the therapist to find the right approach for the individual needs of the teen. I believe strongly in the importance of creating a safe and private space for teens to express their feelings and needs without fear.

I love the work I do! I am invested. I am person-centered in my approach. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques. I am flexible in my approach as there is no one-size-fits-all approach to counseling. It is a journey unique to each individual. I am nonjudgmental, empathetic, supportive, and patient with lots of understanding. I realize it takes great courage to reach out to another and trust is paramount. You can be sure I will treat you with respect and value your trust! I look forward to walking with you on your journey!

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Depression
  • Coping with life changes
Also experienced in:
Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coaching , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 7

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

FL LMHC MH17062

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Gail Amalfitano. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Mar 18, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem

Gail truly cares about her patients. She knows how to be relatable yet give my experiences the attention they deserve. I have been with her for almost 2 and a half years, and I am better mom, wife, and woman overall because of her help and guidance.

Written on Mar 11, 2024 after therapy with Gail for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management

Gail is super professional and knowledgeable

Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Gail has helped me sooo much I’m so glad she’s in my life she is able to help me strengthen my strengths to better myself day by day

Written on Mar 05, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 4 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and self esteem

Gail is a very understanding and patient therapist. She really listens and gets down to the core of the issue, and is open to discussion if you feel she got it wrong. I felt like Gail was very level-headed with her advice and guidance, she never fed into my drama or made things bigger than they were. I enjoyed her assignments/homework and felt that it was a great reminder for the rest of the week and what to focus on, but she also asked that I message her if the assignment didn't work for me. She took great notes and referred back to them before/during therapy, I really appreciated that so I didn't have to spend valuable time re-telling a story. She cared and I felt that, it helped so much knowing I was talking to someone who was empathetic and kind.

Written on Mar 03, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management

Gail. Knows her stuff! She is one of the best therapists I have ever had in 40 years off and on therapy. She is especially talented in recovering from trauma

Written on Mar 03, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes

Gail was calm, spirited and gave me great tools to use on a daily basis. Having a better understanding on how to cope makes all the difference. As well , the passion behind making sure you are truly ok is not typically genuine. It was with her. I would refer anyone to her if they needed guidance

Written on Mar 03, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, and anger management

Gail is kind, understanding, and honest. I really enjoyed working with her because she really cared to make sure I was okay and understood my mind better. 10/10

Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Gail is an absolute gem. Insightful and understanding. I was grateful for the time I was able to have with her.

Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Worked with Gail for a long time. She helped me a lot and was kind and resourceful. Thanks Gail!

Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Gail is a very down to earth and insightful therapist. She was really easy to talk to and helped me in many ways to understand my emotions better. Most of all she is very encouraging and will be there to give an ear or advise when needed. She was an amazing therapist to find during one of my most difficult times of my life and I'm extremely greateful for the growth and insights done during our journey in her time in teen counseling.


She was a very good match for me and provided support, tools, and resources all along the way. Gail goes above and beyond to communicate and help you know that you are taken care of. She is also very clear on how to move forward, giving you the path to make headway toward
Very kind and sympathetic, listens and responds with respect and understanding. Overall a very kind person to speak with.

Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

I have been so happy to have been matched with Gail for therapy. She is been invaluable in helping me with depression, perspective, tools for dealing with many issues. I feel I have improved a great deal under her guidance.

Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem

Gail Amalfitano is a wonderful therapist. She has guided me through hardships and I definitely recommend her as a therapist. She is very helpful.
Was a pleasure talking to Gail

Written on Feb 28, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Gail is the type of provider who caters the therapy experience to serve your your needs. She is very empathetic, educational and her style jives with how I like to listen and learn. I felt like our sessions were a safe space. I grew a lot under her guidance and am consistently using the tools she has taught me to be the person I want to be.

Written on Feb 28, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Really nice therapist, listens and gives great knowledge that’s useful. I enjoyed being her client

Written on Feb 28, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd

Gail was the first therapist I've had and the experience has been nothing but wonderful. I felt comfortable in sharing with Gail, and always felt that she understood what I needed from a session. We had great conversation, and Gail always was sure to respond in a timely manner when I sent messages or had to reschedule a session. I cannot recommend Gail enough, she has had such a positive impact on my life!

Written on Feb 23, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

Gail is absolutely amazing. I have loved working with her. She has offered some very valuable insights and she always gets back to me in a timely fashion. I would strongly recommend her to anyone.

Written on Jan 29, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger management

Gail is very knowledgeable and her integrity is integrity. It always seems she give her utmost; she "leaves it all on the field." She's an excellent responder and "listener' and she constantly displays empathy..

Written on Jan 24, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting issues

I enjoyed my time working with Gail on my journey. I cannot truly put into words how her insight, empathy, and perspective has helped me to grow and understand myself better. I will forever be grateful for the opportunity to work with her. She is so kind and had lots of great resources available for me.

Written on Jan 12, 2023 after therapy with Gail for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

Gail is an amazing therapist, and I’d recommend her to anyone and everyone if I could. She’s made me feel welcomed, deserving, and overall accepted, in instances where I felt I was all alone. I cannot thank her enough for everything she’s done for me and continues to help me with everyday. Without her help and unconditional support I would have fought this battle alone, and I’m thankful that I have her by my side!

Written on Dec 17, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

Gail has been extremely helpful to me in the hardest time in my life. With her help I was finally able to pick myself back up and turn my entire life around and be better both mentally and physically than I have been in many years. I continue to have sessions with her and would strongly recommend her to anyone in need of this type of help. I know she did wonders for me and I’m extremely thankful that I found her.

Written on Dec 06, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, self esteem, coaching, and adhd

I was worried that video therapy would feel awkward, but I was so wrong! Gail sets an open and comfortable environment where I feel free to share anything and I never feel judged. Her input is helpful and easy to understand. I have been able to apply what I learn in session and it’s helping me reach my goals and live a more balanced life in general. I’m so grateful to her and this platform for making help so accessible.

Written on Nov 05, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse

Very knowledgeable. She provides helpful resources along with positive feedback. Gail is honest and supportive.

Written on Oct 02, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd

Gail is a gem. She's very compassionate and I learn a lot talking to her. She gets me. She has great experience and insight and I'm grateful to have her in my life.

Written on Sep 16, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties

Missus Amalfitano was an excellent person to work with. Very understanding and empathetic while also trying to get to the root of an issue. She was very open to getting messages at any time to support you as well. Which is super helpful, because a lot of the time when you see your therapist it isn't a bad day for you, and they can only really be the most helpful when they catch you on those not as great days and then work together to solve the issue. So I really appreciated that help. All in all, a wonderful lady to be paired with.

Written on Aug 24, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and depression

There are no words to express my gratitude towards Gail. She changed my life. The first time we met was in December 2021. She is an amazing therapist, I am so grateful (and lucky) that I was matched with her. My anxiety decreased significantly, I can say that it is gone. I feel more confident and my view on certain things in life has changed and improved in so many ways.

I am always looking forward to our meetings. I can talk to her and consult with her about everything! She has great knowledge, and she is always there to help me when I need her. She is kind and delightful and gives you a feeling of acceptance. She is my first therapist, and I am so lucky that it is Gail. Thank you!

Written on Jul 19, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Gail Amalfitano is a wonderful therapist! She is a great listener, is easy to talk to, provides excellent, research-based tools, and is very compassionate. I feel understood and respected during our sessions and have already seen excellent results from the tools she has shared with me.

Written on Jul 11, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues

I’ve worked with Gail to help manage difficulty with a relationship. She was warm and caring, and very helpful and knowledgeable, and I found her to be an excellent listener. She was practical and results focused, and had a way of listening and helping me clarify my own thoughts. I would highly recommend her.

Written on May 05, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and coping with life changes

She's always there for me, and it means the world!

Written on Apr 30, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd

Gail is great! Listens and gives great advice. Very knowledgeable and understanding. I would recommend 100%.

Written on Mar 30, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem

Very caring and she remembers what we talk about. Makes me feel comfortable to talk. I trust her

Written on Mar 22, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

Gail has been extremely helpful, not just through our conversations, but also the many resources (videos, handouts, articles etc) that she has shared with me. These allow me to do "homework" towards my therapy goals and to think and reflect outside of the therapy sessions so as to maximize our time. She is genuinely caring, and I feel that I am in excellent hands!

Written on Mar 19, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

I am so thankful for the sessions I've had with Gail. Discussing my issues with her helped me see things from totally new perspectives that I was not considering at the time, and this is exactly what I was looking for, in seeking a therapist. My partner and I have been communicating much more effectively lately, and I think that has much to do with the insights that came from my sessions with Gail -- as such, we are both very thankful for her.

Written on Mar 04, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching,

Gail truly kept me aloat at a time when a multiple set of natural disasters - hurricane, tornado, wildfire, tsunami, volcano all came barrelling down on my life at once. Gail was my liferaft and pulled me out from underwater multiple times (metaphorically speaking). She showed me a part of the intellectual community where people were truly compassionate, compassionate about being compassionate, and made me feel worthy for who I am, and that I am valuable, that I am worth of love. Thanks to her couseling, I feel so much more empowered to be who I am, to be proud of what I've overcome, learning to be satistified with who I am, faults and all, and to be good to myself.

Gail is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced in both life and theory. I'd recommend her to anyone. She's the best therapist I've had in over 10 years of therapy.

Written on Feb 23, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

She’s great so far but only have had 2 sessions

Written on Jan 14, 2022 after therapy with Gail for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem

Gail has positively impacted my life so much. She is such an empathetic listener who offers knowledgeable, insightful, and kind perspective. Most of all, she helped me empower myself. Our sessions and the insight gained from them are something I will remember for the rest of my life. Love her!

Written on Dec 11, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief

Highly recommend Ms.Amalfitano. Has helped me greatly with a very difficult situation . Still working with her to achieve my best self and move forward . 5 stars on steroids !

Written on Nov 15, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse

Gail is really knowledgeable and experienced. She pinpointed my exact issues and have me solid solutions and continue to help me. I am very grateful for her help

Written on Nov 07, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Gail is very good at what she does, she builds a good relationship with you, understands your needs and shares a lot of resources that will help you, I started therapy because I was dealing with serious self esteem issues and she has really helped change my perspective, I feel very comfortable with her. I always leave the session feeling very good about myself. Thank you!

Written on Oct 12, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Today was my 3rd session with Gail and in so little time I feel as though I have a special relationship with her. This is the first time I have ever done therapy and I have already seen such a difference in my mood. I no longer focus on my sadness. Now my focus is on how to love and accept myself and strive to be better. She is giving me the tools I need to do that. She’s great. I recommend her so much!

Written on Sep 23, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life

So glad we are working together!!

Written on Jun 11, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd

Listens and always has good advice

Written on May 10, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

Being matched with Gail and having her guidance with what’s going on with me has been a total godsend. She is always very attentive and gives great advice. I feel as though she always gives pertinent and thoughtful advice and she has totally helped me through this tough time. I can honestly say this has been one of the most beneficial things that’s happened in quite some time and Gail is to thank for that. Can’t recommend her enough :)

Written on May 03, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Gail has been so helpful so far! I can’t wait to keep talking to her

Written on Apr 30, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Gail has been so instrumental on my getting better with suffering from Depression. She listens and genuinely cares about what you are saying, and will do her best to help you. I am so happy that I found her, and I will continue to get better because of her!

Written on Apr 21, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Down to earth caring and encouraging!! Love her!!

Written on Apr 19, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief

Gail is an incredibly insightful therapist. She was a very good match for me and provided support, tools, and resources all along the way. Gail goes above and beyond to communicate and help you know that you are taken care of. She is also very clear on how to move forward, giving you the path to make headway toward a healthier life.

Written on Apr 15, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 3 weeks

I highly recommend Gail. She cares for your well being. I like that she is direct without sounding pushy.

Written on Apr 10, 2021 after therapy with Gail for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue

Very kind and sympathetic, listens and responds with respect and understanding. Overall a very kind person to speak with.

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