Gwendolyn Shapiro

Gwendolyn Shapiro is a compassionate and skilled Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, dedicated to creating a safe space where clients can feel heard, understood, and cared for. She believes that pain and struggles are not the fault of the individual, and she empowers her clients to embrace their ability to grow, change, and heal. Together, they transform feelings of depression and anxiety into joy and peace, self-harm into self-care, and toxic relationships into independence and love. Specializing in trauma, including complex trauma from childhood and relationship abuse, Gwendolyn utilizes evidence-based approaches such as EMDR and Schema Therapy. Her therapeutic modalities also incorporate mindfulness, body-centered healing, and relaxation techniques, creating a holistic healing experience. Gwendolyn listens deeply, allowing clients to take the lead in their therapeutic journey while she follows with her wealth of tools and her open heart. She is deeply committed to social justice, emphasizing the significance of diversity in her practice, having worked with clients from various racial, ethnic, and gender/sexual orientations. Gwendolyn understands the profound impact of societal 'isms' and acknowledges the reality of oppression as she supports her clients in their journey towards healing and empowerment.