Jimmie Gabel, LCSW-S

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor (she/her)

My name is Jimmie, LCSW-S. I’m excited to connect with you and share a bit about myself and my approach. As you explore my background and the way I work, it’s crucial that you feel confident in choosing the right practitioner for your journey. I’m here to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively navigate your unique experiences.

  • Work best with: Children and Adults
  • Appointments: Both in-person and telehealth
  • Manage Medications: Provides therapy and collaborates closely with our psychiatry team for medication management, available through internal referral if needed.
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Drawing on both evidence-based practices and genuine connection, I meet patients where they are and help them build the insight and resilience needed to move forward. During their first session, we’ll take time to get to know one another and discuss what brings them to therapy, their current concerns, and the goals they hope to achieve. I’ll ask questions about their history at a pace that feels comfortable for them, and together we’ll begin developing a plan that fits their unique needs. My goal is for the patient to leave their first session feeling heard, supported, and hopeful, with a clearer understanding of how we can work together on their healing journey.

At the end of treatment, many patients share that they feel more confident, empowered, and in control of their lives. They often report being able to face situations that once felt overwhelming or triggering with a greater sense of calm and resilience. Patients also describe a deeper understanding of how trauma has affected their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, helping them replace self-blame with self-compassion. Many leave therapy with increased self-worth, healthier coping skills, and hope for the future.

Many patients tell me they feel genuinely seen, understood, and accepted without judgment. I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where people feel comfortable sharing experiences they may have never shared before. Drawing on both my professional expertise and life experience, I help patients gain new perspectives, better understand their experiences, and recognize possibilities for healing and growth they may not have previously considered.

Credentials

Education

Master in Social Work, Texas State, 2009

Certifications and Memberships

  • Trained in EMDR
  • Trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy

Personal Interests

Outside of the therapy office, I enjoy staying active and creative. I spent more than 20 years in the fitness industry, have completed multiple marathons, and even competed in CrossFit competitions. While these days my pace is a little different, I still love spending time outdoors jogging, hiking, kayaking, or trying just about any adventure-as long as it doesn’t involve skydiving!

 

When I’m not outside, you’ll often find me in one of my two craft rooms, especially during the fall, creating Christmas decorations and handmade gifts. I’m also actively involved in my church, where I enjoy volunteering as a Sunday School teacher for kindergarten through second-grade children. These activities help keep me grounded, bring me joy, and remind me of the importance of connection, creativity, and play.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialities

Trauma and PTSD, Survivors of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault/Child Sexual Abuse, Guilt, Shame

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Attachment Trauma or Insecurity
  • Childhood Abuse or Neglect
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Loss or Grief
  • Perfectionism
  • Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Assault
  • Shame
  • Spiritual Growth
  • Trauma / PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB)
  • Mindfulness-Based Interventions
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Play Therapy
  • Sand Tray Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Client Focus

  • Age Groups Served: 5 - 65+
  • Services Type: Individual Therapy, Child or Teen Therapy, Relationship Therapy (Cash Pay)
  • Languages Spoken: English

While most of my clinical experience has been with individuals, I have a strong understanding of family systems, relationship dynamics, and interpersonal patterns.