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Chelsea McGowan

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

My therapeutic practice is based in attachment and relationship – we heal within a community and within trusting relationships with others, including our therapists. My approach is to consider the whole person, in their environment, and having walked their whole life in their own shoes. I have ten years of experience as a social worker serving clients from many backgrounds, often different from my own, and including LGBTQ+ persons and their families. I have special expertise in foster care and adoption, parenting children with special needs, and coping with parenting stress.

Creating a welcoming, safe space to explore is deeply important to me, and it is my job to create a non-judgmental and supportive space for you. My goal is to help you be open and self-reflective, and also to allow you space to be your own advocate and the expert in your own lived experience – I welcome and encourage conversation and exchange.

Years Experience: 8
Location: California, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1437768405
Credentials: CA LCSW 91119
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LCSW (California) #91119 exp 2027-08-31
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family, Parenting, Compassion fatigue, Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Self esteem, Career, Depression, Coping with life changes, Female therapist, Gay
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Chelsea McGowan

Relationship-centered therapy for healing
  • Attachment-based approach
  • LGBTQ+ affirmative care
  • Parenting and adoption support

Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Chelsea McGowan is a California-based therapist who centers her practice on attachment and relationships, believing healing often happens within trusting connections – including the therapeutic relationship. She approaches each person as a whole, considering their life context and experiences while walking alongside them through change.

With eight years of experience as a social worker, Chelsea has supported people from a range of backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. She has focused experience in areas such as foster care and adoption, parenting children with special needs, and managing parenting-related stress.

Chelsea aims to create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where clients can explore concerns and build self-awareness. As a licensed clinical social worker in California, she supports clients to reflect, speak for themselves, and take an active role in the therapeutic process while encouraging open conversation and mutual exchange.

Location: California, United States
Years Experience: 8
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Other areas of experience: Intimacy-related issues

Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LCSW 91119
  • NPI Number: 1437768405
  • License: LCSW (California) #91119 exp 2027-08-31

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How much experience does Chelsea McGowan have?

Chelsea McGowan has 8 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Chelsea McGowan a licensed therapist?

Yes, Chelsea McGowan is a licensed clinical social worker in California, credentialed as CA LCSW 91119.

In which languages does Chelsea McGowan provide therapy?

Chelsea McGowan provides therapy in English.

Where is Chelsea McGowan located?

Chelsea McGowan is located in California.

How can I work with Chelsea McGowan as my therapist?

You can work with Chelsea McGowan through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Chelsea McGowan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with Chelsea McGowan is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with her. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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