- Trauma support
- Grief and loss
- Stress management
About Bonnie
Bonnie Giles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 30 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, mood disorders, ADHD, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, and anger. She also supports clients with career questions, caregiving burden, and life transitions.
Bonnie uses straightforward, evidence-informed techniques rather than jargon. Sessions focus on practical coping skills, clearer communication, and managing strong feelings so daily life becomes easier. She brings a faith-informed perspective when it is relevant to the person she is seeing.
Her background includes long experience helping veterans, caregivers, and older adults through loss and end-of-life planning. She also works with people dealing with dissociation, impulsivity, and the emotional fallout of trauma. Bonnie helps people sort out guilt, shame, forgiveness, and goals for life purpose.
Therapy with Bonnie tends to be direct and goal-oriented. People practice skills in session and talk about how to use them between meetings. She helps map patterns that keep someone stuck and then tests small changes to improve relationships and mood.
Her approach blends practical coaching with psychotherapy. She supports grief work, panic and mood management, and issues around parenting and intimacy. Sessions are conducted in English and she accepts international clients; session arrangements are set during intake.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How Bonnie uses evidence-based techniques online
Bonnie works from evidence-informed approaches that teach concrete skills. One common method she uses focuses on emotional regulation skills to help people notice triggers, slow down reactions, and practice alternative responses. This approach is useful for anger, panic, and mood swings.Another approach emphasizes trauma-informed strategies that help people reduce flashbacks and dissociation while rebuilding coping routines. These methods often involve grounding exercises, paced exposure to distressing memories, and careful planning for safety and support.
Choosing the right method is part of the work together. Bonnie will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before. She then suggests approaches and adjusts them as people try new skills and report back, keeping decisions collaborative.
Session arrangements are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people use telephone or lower-bandwidth options when that better fits their day.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She supports people coping with anger, impulsivity, relationship tension, and the fallout of strong emotions.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is direct and practical, using evidence-informed techniques and skill practice to manage feelings and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 30 years of experience as a clinician working with trauma, mood disorders, grief, and caregiving issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Do international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients; any cross-border arrangements are confirmed during intake.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.