Cilicia Gooden
Arizona LCSW specializing in trauma, mood, and relationships
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About
Cilicia Gooden, LCSW, is a therapist based in Arizona with eight years of clinical practice. As a Black woman clinician she supports people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression. Her practice also includes focused work on issues such as abandonment, communication problems, domestic violence, and postpartum mental health.
Cilicia brings a deeply compassionate approach to women's issues, multicultural concerns, and mood disorders. She emphasizes building self-love, improving communication, and exploring life purpose while honoring clients' cultural identities and life stories. Her scope also covers support through pregnancy and childbirth and addressing veteran and armed forces issues.
She draws from evidence-based and trauma-focused methods to tailor a plan with each person. Clinical approaches listed in this profile include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Cilicia works collaboratively to create personalized strategies that reflect individual goals and needs.
Cilicia brings a deeply compassionate approach to women's issues, multicultural concerns, and mood disorders. She emphasizes building self-love, improving communication, and exploring life purpose while honoring clients' cultural identities and life stories. Her scope also covers support through pregnancy and childbirth and addressing veteran and armed forces issues.
She draws from evidence-based and trauma-focused methods to tailor a plan with each person. Clinical approaches listed in this profile include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Cilicia works collaboratively to create personalized strategies that reflect individual goals and needs.
- Location:
- Arizona, United States
- Years Experience:
- 8
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Communication problems, Domestic violence, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: AZ LCSW LCSW-22930
- NPI Number: 1720727688
- License: LCSW (Arizona)
Remote session options and therapeutic approaches
Cilicia offers online sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow people to engage in therapy from their current location in a format that fits their schedule and communication preferences. She uses those channels to maintain an ongoing therapeutic connection and to carry out clinical work across common concerns listed in her profile.
She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, presenting change-oriented strategies in clear, structured steps. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is included for trauma-focused work and is described in straightforward terms as a method to process distressing memories with guided attention. Somatic Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy are used to attend to body sensations and the ways trauma can affect day-to-day functioning.
Cilicia frames online work as collaborative: she partners with each person to select approaches that match their needs and goals. Prospective clients can discuss which combination of video, phone, chat, or messaging best supports their therapeutic process.
What is Cilicia Gooden's clinical experience?
This profile lists eight years of clinical experience working with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and related concerns.
What credentials and license does she hold?
Cilicia holds the LCSW credential. License details provided are AZ LCSW LCSW-22930.
Which languages does she speak?
The profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is she based?
She is located in Arizona.
How can clients work with her remotely?
Communication options listed include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile states that she does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as described in the profile.