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- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- CBT and mindfulness
About Courtney
LCSW-C, licensed in Maryland, 8 years in practice. Courtney Gum helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, attention and concentration challenges, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, career questions, and other life changes. She describes her work as creating an open space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through without judgment.
Courtney uses straightforward conversation and listening to understand what matters most to each person. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s lead and on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thoughts and behaviors that affect mood. Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Mindfulness strategies are part of her approach when emotions and relational patterns are central.
Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. That might include short exercises to notice unhelpful thoughts, communication practices to try with a partner, or mindfulness skills for stress and concentration. Motivational Interviewing is used to clarify goals and strengthen commitment to change.
Courtney has worked across a range of concerns including trauma and abuse, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, fertility and cancer-related stress, blended family issues, and aging and geriatric matters. She also addresses topics such as body image, commitment and control issues, and disruptive mood challenges.
Language of work is English and services are provided from Maryland. Sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and working from the client’s priorities. The therapist follows what the person brings to sessions and helps them clarify concerns and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It uses practical exercises and experiments to change patterns that worsen mood or anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Courtney will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and preferences. She may blend approaches over time as goals change or progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Working remotely also lets people practice skills in everyday settings and bring real-life examples into sessions.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, attention and concentration issues, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting, career matters, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
Courtney uses a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, EFT, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. She focuses on listening, practical steps, and clarifying goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of practice experience working with a range of mental health and life concerns.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She holds an LCSW-C license in Maryland.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; costs vary with location.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.