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MEET THE TEAM

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Gayle Elazar, LMHC, CLC, CCATP, CTMH, CCDVC, CCFC

With more than 15 years of clinical experience, Gayle provides evidence-based, goal-oriented psychotherapy in a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel understood, respected, and actively engaged in their treatment. She integrates a range of empirically supported modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, and solution-focused interventions, to help clients develop effective coping strategies and achieve meaningful, measurable progress.

Gayle specializes in working with adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, stress-related concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. She also has extensive experience supporting clients struggling with emotional regulation, self-esteem issues, and interpersonal challenges within both individual and relational contexts.

With advanced training and specialty certifications in multiple clinical treatment approaches, Gayle is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), a Certified Life Coach (CLC), and a Clinically Certified Forensic Counselor (CCFC). She also draws on her training as a Certified Family Court Mediator, Qualified Parenting Coordinator, and Divorce Coach to support clients navigating separation, co-parenting challenges, and high-conflict family transitions. She is committed to delivering individualized care that is both clinically sound and tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals. Her approach emphasizes skill-building, insight development, and sustainable change that extends beyond the therapy setting.

Call today to take the first step toward meaningful, lasting change through compassionate, evidence-based, personalized care that helps you heal, grow, and reclaim your emotional well-being.

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Chelsea Burkell, LMHC, CCATP-CA, CLC

With more than 10 years of experience, Chelsea is passionate about helping teens, young adults, and adults navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life's many transitions. She provides a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where clients feel comfortable being themselves while learning practical skills to manage stress, build confidence, and create lasting change.

As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional for Children & Adolescents and a Certified Life Coach, Chelsea combines evidence-based therapy with compassionate guidance tailored to each client's unique needs. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with self-doubt, or simply looking for support through a difficult season, Chelsea is here to help you move forward with greater confidence and resilience.

Chelsea offers evening and weekend appointments for added convenience. A limited number of income-based sliding scale appointments are also available.

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