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Gaynor Butler

Gaynor Butler, LCSW, CSW

Therapist · Georgia · 23+ years of experience

Practical, steady support through life transitions

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At a glance

Listed location
Georgia
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
LCSW, CSW
Languages
English
License (Georgia)
LCSW · No. CSW005515
NPI
1861032922

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  • 23 years experience
  • Family and grief
  • English sessions

About Gaynor

Gaynor Butler is a licensed clinical social worker with 23 years of practice in Georgia. She works with people facing major life shifts, complicated family issues, and painful losses. Her approach is warm and straightforward, aimed at helping people find clearer footing during hard times.

She focuses on family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting struggles, and coping with life changes. Gaynor also helps with anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and issues around intimacy and relationships. Aging and geriatric issues are among the additional areas she pays attention to when relevant.

Gaynor uses a mix of evidence-informed methods to match each person’s needs. She draws on approaches such as acceptance and commitment work, attachment-based ideas, and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice patterns and try new responses. Sessions usually emphasize practical steps and honest conversation.

People can expect a collaborative tone in sessions. Gaynor listens for each person’s priorities and helps set goals that make sense in daily life. She also supports those feeling overwhelmed by caregiving, chronic illness, or complex family history.

Her training appears as LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and CSW. Gaynor offers care in English and practices in Georgia. To begin, prospective clients follow the site’s start steps to connect and schedule a time that fits their routine.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasSelf-harmSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

23+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches that translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult feelings while taking steps toward what matters. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds shape current relationships and trust; it can help with intimacy, communication, and relationship repair. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped before. Together they choose and adjust methods so the therapy fits the client's needs and daily life.

Confirm current session options before booking since specific formats were not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make sessions easier to fit into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also make it simpler to involve a caregiver or handle appointments around medical needs. Licensed professionals can help figure out a session rhythm that fits work, family, or caregiving responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Gaynor address?

She helps people with family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, coping with life changes, stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, and a range of mood and attention concerns.

How would you describe Gaynor's therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She listens carefully, helps set clear goals, and uses practical strategies patients can try between sessions.

What experience does she bring to therapy?

Gaynor has 23 years of clinical experience working with people across varied life challenges, including caregiving strain and complex family systems.

What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with Gaynor?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees or billing handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Gaynor?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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