I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Substance Abuse Counselor in Wisconsin with 21 plus years of professional work experience. I enjoy helping clients to better understand their stress, reduce anxiety, cope with impulsive behaviors / addictions, identify trust issues within their relationships, build motivation, increase self esteem, enhance communication skills and develop confidence building. Experienced in working with depression, anticipatory anxiety and mood disorders. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and you won’t have to do this alone. I am here to help support you in that process. It feels so uncomfortable to be vulnerable with another human being. Trust takes courage to build, one step at a time, one day at a time. An ancient Sufi philosopher Rumi, once wrote, “Be with those who help your being.” Think about it, then turn the page. I encourage you to write the next chapter of your life, spiritually speaking. The choice is yours!
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Gary Swan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Substance Abuse Counselor practicing in Wisconsin, holding WI LCSW 8083 – 123 (Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin). With more than 21 years of professional experience, he helps people better understand their stress, reduce anxiety, and manage impulsive behaviors and addictions.
He assists clients in identifying trust issues within relationships, building motivation, increasing self-esteem, improving communication skills, and developing greater confidence. He has experience working with depression, anticipatory anxiety, and mood disorders, and strives to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared freely.
Recognizing how uncomfortable vulnerability can feel, he focuses on building trust one step at a time and offers steady support throughout the therapeutic process. As a male therapist who identifies as Christian and is an older practitioner, he also invites clients to consider spiritual dimensions of growth. Quoting the Sufi poet Rumi, “Be with those who help your being,” he encourages people to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life and to write the next chapter for themselves.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly make a difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is the flexibility it offers. Individuals can connect with their therapist in the format that feels most comfortable – video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging – which helps make therapy easier to fit into a busy life.
Sessions are provided by licensed professionals, and if someone feels a different fit would work better, they have the option to switch therapists. For many people, online therapy is a practical, effective way to address everyday mental health concerns and move toward improved well-being.
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