Cecelia Pooley Gillespie, LCSW, CA

About Cecelia Pooley Gillespie

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Cecelia Pooley Gillespie

Hi there, I'm Cecelia! Hello, my name is Cecelia Pooley Gillespie, LCSW, SEP. In our work together your strengths and goals will guide the direction of support. I am based in Northern California and currently work in a rural community clinic with clients of all ages and with children, youth, and families as a school-based provider. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), I am honored to support your family's journey through an integrated approach with an emphasis on somatics and expression. My approach My therapeutic approach is strengths-based and solution-focused. While I find a cognitive and behavioral lens to be valuable, I believe it can be important at times to incorporate Experiential Therapy, such as creativity, movement, and expression, as well as Somatic work for exploring the mind-body connection when there may be stressors or trauma to address. My focus I appreciate working with clients of all ages and lifestyles. I find my approach to be a good fit for those challenged by anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress, parenting, and life transitions. My communication style I am known for my kind, open, and present demeanor. Safety, clarity, and the client's voice are essential parts of the foundation for our work together. When appropriate, I appreciate the healing that laughter can bring. My journey to mental healthcare In my 20s, I was a Craniosacral practitioner, a subtle type of bodywork during which trauma histories would often arise. In my 30s, I became a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner to expand my skills in supporting people to integrate these traumatic experiences in meaningful ways. By my 40s, I was on track to be an LCSW and able to expand my therapeutic offerings while addressing the whole person within their environment. A particular interest in interrupting historical trauma cycles has led to my current work with youth and families. I received my MSW in 2018 and have been an LCSW since 2020.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

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Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Central CA

Education and training

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1891149076

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What practice does Cecelia Pooley Gillespie work with?

Cecelia Pooley Gillespie works with Rula Health - Central CA.

What are common reasons for patients to see Cecelia Pooley Gillespie?

Cecelia Pooley Gillespie frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Cecelia Pooley Gillespie on their profile.