Dr. Gwendolyn Drake
Clinical psychologist using ACT, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness
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About
Dr. Gwendolyn Drake is a clinical psychologist licensed in Arkansas and Tennessee (AR Psychologist 202222, TN Psychologist 3537) with 18 years of professional experience. She approaches clinical work with compassion and a clear focus on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and major life transitions. Her practice emphasizes practical tools alongside reflective exploration so that individuals can identify and use their strengths in daily life.
Her areas of specialty include relationship and family concerns, grief and loss, intimacy-related issues, anger and self esteem, and compassion fatigue. Additional focuses include adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, communication and control issues, and multicultural concerns. She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to address a broad range of challenges.
Dr. Drake aims to create a warm, empathic space where clients can name priorities and work toward clearer ways of coping. She provides care from Tennessee and uses an approach that balances evidence-informed techniques with attention to each person’s lived experience and goals.
Her areas of specialty include relationship and family concerns, grief and loss, intimacy-related issues, anger and self esteem, and compassion fatigue. Additional focuses include adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, communication and control issues, and multicultural concerns. She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to address a broad range of challenges.
Dr. Drake aims to create a warm, empathic space where clients can name priorities and work toward clearer ways of coping. She provides care from Tennessee and uses an approach that balances evidence-informed techniques with attention to each person’s lived experience and goals.
- Location:
- Tennessee, United States
- Years Experience:
- 18
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: AR Psychologist 202222, TN Psychologist 3537
- NPI Number: 1871859066
- License: Psychologist (Virginia), Psychologist (Tennessee), Psychologist (Arkansas)
Online therapy approach
Dr. Drake brings together several therapeutic methods in remote sessions to match different needs and preferences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to help identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to introduce concrete strategies for making changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Mindfulness Therapy supports present-moment awareness and stress reduction through attention and acceptance practices.
She also employs a client-centered stance, meaning the work is guided by the client’s goals and perspectives, and Motivational Interviewing techniques when people are weighing change or resolving ambivalence. This combination allows sessions to be collaborative, with practical skill-building alongside exploration of values and motivation.
Remote sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options are used to maintain ongoing contact, practice skills between sessions, and support consistent progress in a format that fits the client’s routine.
What is Dr. Drake’s clinical background?
She is a clinical psychologist with 18 years of experience working with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and related concerns.
What credentials and licenses does she hold?
She is licensed as AR Psychologist 202222 and TN Psychologist 3537.
Which languages does she offer services in?
This profile indicates services are provided in English.
Where is Dr. Drake based?
She provides care from Tennessee.
How can clients work with her remotely?
Remote options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
No. The profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
What does it cost to work with Dr. Drake?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to work together?
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