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> Gail L. Gabbert, D.Min., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Galena, Illinois
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Gail L. Gabbert, D.Min.Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)Dr. Gabbert provides unbiased, solutions-focused help to couples, individuals and families struggling with relationship or personal problems. |
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Overview
Dr. Gabbert holds a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) degree in counseling and is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). Additionally, she completed a two year certificate program in Advanced Studies in Couples and Family Therapy. She is an Approved Supervisor of the American Association for Marriage & Family Therapists. She has over 15 years of post-graduate clinical experience specializing in relationship issues and the array of mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.Gail L. Gabbert sees patients at the following location(s):
Galena, Illinois
Interactions Therapy Center310 S. Main St., Ste. 202
Galena, Illinois 61036
Phone: (815) 777-2850
Toll-Free: (800) 905-3394
Fax: (815) 777-2859
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Web: http://www.interactionstherapycenter.com/
Personal Statement
Is your relationship struggling? Do you think it is too good to leave but too bad to stay? When this happens, it's easy for well meaning friends to give opinions that may not be right for you. Sometimes an unbiased party can help. If you've tried your best but it's not getting better, let me help. I may provide education, assign homework or suggest behavioral tasks to help you reach your goals.My approach is eclectic. I draw from many different therapeutic models depending on the condition. For example, when treating marital issues I utilize the work of John Gottman, a marital researcher. When treating depression I utilize the work of David Burns on cognitive therapy. If dealing with anxiety, I may utilize desensitization techniques of EMDR in addition to relaxation techniques. If a couple is experiencing difficulties caused by infidelity I will utilize material from Janis Abrahms Spring designed to help a couple heal after an affair.
Treatment is usually solution-focused rather than insight-focused – that is, concrete interventions are sought to change unhealthy patterns. Insight frequently comes with change in therapy; rather than preceding it.
The first and second session are primarily designed for assessment purposes. I will gather information about your unique situation and ascertain what you hope to achieve through counseling. Together we will devise a plan that is both attainable and understandable for your unique needs. I may administer assessment questionnaires, provide education, assign homework or suggest behavioral tasks to help you reach your goals. Treatment concludes as soon as your goals are met.
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What is the fee?
The fee is $100 per session for individual, couples or family therapy regardless of the number of persons attending. There is a missed session fee if you do not cancel your appointment within 24 hours of the session. Payment is due on the day of service.
Are the services covered by health insurance?
Most types of insurance will cover outpatient mental health counseling. Dr. Gail Gabbert currently serves on 50 different insurance (PPO, HMO or EAP) panels and is able to receive reimbursement from most types of insurance. To be certain, check your mental health benefits to inquire about deductibles, co-payments, pre-certification requirements and verify if they cover marital/family counseling if this is the service you are seeking.
What are the office hours?
I try to accommodate your schedule by offering some evening hours in addition to normal business hours. Sessions are by appointment only.
How long do sessions last?
Sessions are typically 50 minutes in length, but they can sometimes be shorter or longer.
How often are sessions scheduled?
You may schedule the session frequency in a manner that fits your needs and finances. However, many clients will attend weekly appointments until they see an improvement in their situation, and then may decrease the frequency.
What is the average length of treatment?
Length of treatment depends upon various factors, including seriousness of the problem. Generally, couples and family counseling tends to be briefer or shorter in length than individual psychotherapy.