- CBT strategies
- Mindfulness techniques
- Solution-focused work
About Lacey
Lacey Gaters is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW-C) in Maryland with 11 years of experience. She works with people who face stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, parenting strain, and relationship problems. She also sees concerns tied to ADHD, grief, addictions, and self-esteem.
She uses straightforward conversation to identify what is getting in the way of a person’s goals. She often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thinking patterns and try different behaviors. Sessions include listening, questions, and collaborative challenges to test new ways of responding.
Her background includes a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from James Madison University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Maryland. She has worked in hospitals and outpatient clinics, which gave her experience with a wide range of presenting concerns. That variety shaped how she responds to practical problems like stress management and behavioral concerns.
In session she focuses on respect, active listening, and a nonjudgmental stance. She does not direct someone’s life choices or push a personal agenda. Instead she helps people build confidence in making decisions and using tools between sessions.
She works with individuals across a range of ages including children, adolescents, parents, and young adults, and she mentions experience with family-related issues. If someone is unsure where to begin, she asks about goals and the obstacles blocking them to set clear, achievable steps.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on respectful listening and helping people name their goals. It’s useful for addressing relationship strain, parenting stress, and feelings like anger by clarifying what the person wants to change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes to test new outcomes. It is often used for anxiety, depression, anger-related reactions, and ADHD-related challenges.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through options and adjust methods based on the client’s goals, needs, and preferences rather than using one fixed plan.
Confirm current session formats before booking. The practical benefit of online sessions is making therapy fit into everyday life - shorter commutes, easier scheduling around work or family, and options that can reduce time away from other responsibilities. Ask about available formats when you use the matching questionnaire so sessions match your needs.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, relationship problems, addictions, grief, self-esteem, ADHD, and related issues.
What is her general approach in session?
She listens and asks questions to identify goals and barriers, then uses collaborative work and practical exercises to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
She has 11 years of clinical experience working in hospitals and outpatient clinics with a range of presenting problems.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is a LCSW-C licensed in Maryland and holds an MSW from the University of Maryland.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; 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 a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.