Gillian DeLano, LSCSW, LCSW - Therapist in Kansas

About Gillian

Gillian DeLano is a licensed social worker in Kansas who helps people managing stress, anxiety, family tensions, trauma and grief. She speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps parents and caregivers can use right away. Her style is supportive and respectful, aiming to help people feel steadier in daily life.

She brings seven years of clinical experience to sessions and believes clients are the experts on their own lives. Gillian looks for existing strengths and builds on them.

Background and approach

She encourages small, doable changes so progress feels possible even during hard times. Her work often addresses compassion fatigue and the effects of trauma and abuse. She also supports people facing chronic pain, illness, or disability, and those coping with guilt, shame, or the aftermath of traumatic events.

Communication problems and forgiveness are other practical topics she helps with. Gillian uses several evidence-based approaches in her practice. She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people make space for difficult feelings while moving toward valued actions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. When trauma is central, she integrates Trauma-Focused Therapy strategies to focus on healing from past events. Sessions are offered in English and run through online formats.

The initial steps involve a short matching questionnaire and scheduling. Gillian aims to create a clear, collaborative plan so parents and caregivers can find manageable ways to improve family life.

Practical therapy approaches you can use online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on identifying personal values and taking small steps toward those values, which can help with anxiety, stress, and family tensions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and everyday coping skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gillian treats the choice of method as collaborative and tailored to each person’s goals and preferences. Together they try methods and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful for managing stress, family concerns, or trauma-related symptoms.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text messaging makes it easier to fit sessions into busy family schedules. These options let parents and caregivers connect from home, use shorter touchpoints when needed, and keep momentum between visits. The range of formats supports flexibility while keeping the focus on practical steps and steady progress.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Solution-Focused Therapy

Rather than examining the problem at length, this looks at what is already working and builds on it. Sessions tend to be practical and forward-looking, with small achievable steps, which translates readily to shorter online conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

Gillian works with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and compassion fatigue. She also focuses on chronic pain and illness, communication problems, first responder issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and post-traumatic stress.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her approach is direct and supportive, focusing on practical changes and building on what already works. She emphasizes collaboration and short-term tools alongside deeper healing work when needed.

What is her professional background?

She has seven years of clinical experience helping people with family and trauma-related concerns. Her work centers on empowering clients and using their strengths to guide change.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She holds KS LSCSW LSCSW 06128 and MO LCSW 2025009068 and practices in Kansas.

Which languages are supported and can she work internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Gillian offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How are fees handled for sessions?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 7 years
Licensed: Kansas, Missouri
Languages: English

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