- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Gina
Gina Porter is an LCSW with 23 years of experience working in mental health and addiction settings. She practices in Alabama and helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, substance use concerns, sleep difficulties, trauma, grief, and related struggles.
Gina draws on straightforward, skills-based work to help people notice patterns that keep problems going. She uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to break down unhelpful thoughts and reactions. Mindfulness and motivational approaches also appear in sessions to increase awareness and build motivation for change.
Sessions focus on practical strategies people can use between meetings. Gina talks through coping skills, problem solving, and steps to reduce reactivity when anger or intense feelings arise. She also addresses how past family experiences affect current behavior and relationships.
For people struggling with addiction, Gina brings experience from inpatient and outpatient substance use settings. Conversations look at triggers, cravings, and strategies to manage urges while rebuilding routines and supports.
Gina works at a pace the person is comfortable with and helps set clear, achievable goals. She encourages building skills that improve mood, reduce stress, and make daily life easier. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online process.
How her online approach uses specific methods
Gina often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy when working online. CBT focuses on identifying and changing thoughts and behaviors that keep problems active, useful for anxiety, depression, and anger. DBT emphasizes practical skills like emotion regulation and distress tolerance, which can help when feelings escalate quickly.She also uses mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing to build awareness and strengthen motivation for change. Mindfulness teaches simple ways to notice thoughts and feelings without immediate reaction. Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify why change matters and find personal reasons to keep trying.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, life circumstances, and what feels helpful. Together they decide which methods to use and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and support consistent follow-up between in-person visits. Licensed professionals, including Gina, often adapt materials and exercises so they work well in a virtual setting.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Tennessee, Alabama, Texas, Arkansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Gina works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, sleep problems, trauma, grief, and related issues such as codependency and postpartum depression.
What style of therapy does she use?
She uses practical, skills-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She has 23 years of clinical experience across inpatient, outpatient, substance abuse, and private practice settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW holding Tennessee LCSW and Texas LCSW credentials and practices in Alabama.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.