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Renee Gaubert, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Renee is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Renee. View 32 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Louisiana, Arizona, and 1 more

Recent reviews

Doing therapy with Renee has been very comfortable. She is very understanding and has been able to teach me great techniques that have been very useful.

Reviewed November 2024

Renee is amazing. I really trust her expertise.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Renee

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) from New Orleans, Louisiana. My expertise is in treating trauma-related disorders. I began my social work career as a housing case manager for fellow New Orleanians displaced by Hurricane Katrina, then worked as a domestic violence victim advocate through the Orleans Parish District Attorney's office. I also provided in-home mental health rehabilitation services and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy throughout the greater New Orleans area for several years. Now I practice online therapy full-time from my home, serving adults across the country.

My passion is helping others overcome adversity through authentic self-expression and safe, meaningful connection. I look at problems through an intersectional feminist framework and use cognitive behavioral interventions that help my clients manage overwhelming emotions, change self-destructive habits, improve personal relationships, and feel more in control of their lives. Cognitive behavioral therapy is considered the gold standard for treating anxiety and depression. It involves a lot of writing out our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that we can notice patterns and find alternative choices. This is why weekly Live Chat sessions, along with sending messages and completing worksheets in between sessions, are a perfect modality for this treatment approach.

While the therapeutic relationship is a professional one, it's important that you experience me as a real person with genuine interest and care for you, so I'll share a bit about myself here. I identify as a bisexual cis woman, and an advocate for social justice. I am located in New Orleans, Louisiana where I have lived most of my life. I have a BA in sociology and women's studies from Loyola University and a master's in social work from Tulane University. I took a 3-year hiatus from social work to move to New York City, where I worked as a ballerina, yoga instructor, and Broadway theatre bartender. I started my private practice back in New Orleans when COVID hit. I share my home with my 3 pets: a goldador named Bella, a chihuahua-mix named Rex, and red-tail boa named Kaa. I like to take road trips, and most of my vacations are spent in a campground or at a music festival. I also perform with local community theaters and dance companies.

Though most of the people I’ve treated have experienced trauma, it's not what brings most people into therapy. I start with the changes you'd like to see in your life right now. Having a supportive person you feel safe with and understood by is neither a luxury nor aid you have to qualify for; it's what all humans need to thrive. I will build a brave space with you, where you can explore how your past experiences have shaped patterns of thoughts and behaviors. You will clarify your values and learn to live them authentically in the present. Oftentimes this process involves uncovering and processing past trauma. I have found trauma is not something you get over, but something you move through. As a trauma survivor myself, I’ve experienced the transformative power of therapy from the client side, too. I know how much courage it takes to open up to someone new, and let them see who you are and who you want to become. I would be honored to step into your world and move through it with you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Compassion fatigue ADHD Attachment issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Domestic violence Eating and food-related issues Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Renee Gaubert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508200643.

  • LCSW · Louisiana · 11185 · Expires August 2025
  • LCSW · Arizona · 22169 · Expires February 2026
  • LCSW · California · 125333 · Expires August 2026

About online counseling

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Pay a low flat fee.
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Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
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There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Renee Gaubert

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

32 reviews

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Doing therapy with Renee has been very comfortable. She is very understanding and has been able to teach me great techniques that have been very useful.

Reviewed November 2024

Renee is amazing. I really trust her expertise.

Reviewed November 2024

Renee has been so awesome! Not only does she listen to my issues with an open mind free of judgment, but she's there when I need her. I have had emergency situations come up where I needed to chat with her day of and she has made time to schedule live chats with me no matter what her calendar says. That really means A LOT!!! I will recommend her and BetterHelp to anyone who will listen :)

Reviewed September 2024

Renee is kind, compassionate and has been very helpful to me, in my experience. She has helped me find a voice for myself and understand myself better. She shares her personal experiences for relatability and initiates communication to help identify triggers.

Reviewed July 2024

Renee is exactly the therapist that I need---patient, nonjudgmental, and challenges me on some wishful thinking. She is great at zeroing in on the core issues without being overly blunt.

Reviewed June 2024

Only had a few sessions but so far very pleases with subject matter, confidence in the response and reactions to my concerns.

Reviewed June 2024

Excellent therapist. Digs into issues and while on chat is able to elicit specific emotions etc

Reviewed April 2024

She has been very helpful.

Reviewed February 2024

Renee is a down to earth and patient professional. She works with me and offers information and kindness.

Reviewed January 2024

Renee has and continues to help me so much with understanding my emotions and finding meaning in every aspect of my life. She has given me the tools to really allow me to craft my own positive perspective on all of life's ups and downs. She is there for all of the hard times and so much fun during the good times. She always knows how to deal with serious issues and still finds good spots for some levity and humor. All things considered Renee is a genuine caring person with a big heart and a great understanding of people and their feelings.

Reviewed November 2023

Renee was fantastic to work with. I will be back to work with her again soon and share my progress.

Reviewed September 2023

Accidentally clicked the wrong answer for how Renee responds. She responds in a timely manner. She is great. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. She really listens and challenges me to grow in ways that benefit me.

Reviewed November 2022

Always great.

Reviewed November 2022

I have been seeing Renee for a little over 2 weeks now and have already had major improvement in my outlook on life and my future. She is very good at asking the right questions to get me thinking and feeling more aware and positive.

Reviewed August 2022

I have already recommended better help to friends and family!

Reviewed August 2022

I got nothing bad to say, we've only worked together for a short while but I am excited for that to continue.

Reviewed June 2022

Renee has really helped me start to become aware of thoughts and behaviors that I am working to change so I can live a happier and more fulfilling life. It's a non-linear process, but Renee has consistently been a source of strength and insight in the process and I am thankful for her.

Reviewed July 2021

I really feel comfortable speaking to Renee. She helps me feel secure about speaking about my issues and provides workable thought solutions.

Reviewed May 2021

Renee knows me better than I know myself. She is gentle and compassionate. If you are looking for a trauma-informed counselor, you are in the right place.

Reviewed April 2021

I absolutely love Renee and look forward to our sessions every week!

Reviewed March 2021

Renee us one of the best counselors I have worked with in my 15+ years of therapy. I feel so grateful to have found a counselor who helps me with big picture, existential questions as well as day to day practices in mindfulness, breathing, and behavioral changes. In the past year of working with her I have been able to implement new skills and accountability measures, and have seen a vast improvement in my overall functioning, and emotional health.

Reviewed March 2021

Renee has keen insight and great mastery of her calling. I couldn't be in better hands.

Reviewed February 2021

Renee is amazing! She's kind, understanding, and supportive. She knows what's at the heart of the issue and is excited to see me thrive!

Reviewed January 2021

I love Renee!! She is so incredibly helpful and understanding. I definitely feel better and stronger after our conversations.

Reviewed November 2020

Renee is fantastic. She’s helped me examine my thoughts and feelings in ways that have given me a lot of clarity about myself. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed November 2020

Renée has been life changing. I am extremely anxious and was very nervous about therapy. She is kind, empathetic, patient and especially creative. I love the way that she builds on my metaphors and images to help me to a clearer prospective and helpful thoughts. I've gone from being anxious about our text only chats to telling her things that I've never told anyone. I now very much look forward to our live video sessions. Renée has this way of kindly guiding me to helpful tools and thoughts without making me feel rescued. Its helping me to learn to trust myself more. Therapy with her has been an amazing experience for me and I highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2020

This is my first experience with counseling and so far I am very satisfied with how it's been going. Renee is very attentive and patient; she is quick to respond and suggest anything that might be helpful with whatever I am experiencing. I definitely feel like I can talk freely and talk without worry in our sessions and when I journal. This is definitely something I am glad I chose to do and I definitely recommend Renee and BetterHelp to anyone that is willing and able to receive the aid they need.

Reviewed November 2020

Very kind, caring and professional to work with.

Reviewed November 2020

She’s great been super helpful and kind

Reviewed September 2020

Renée is one of the best counselors I've ever had. She is wildly empathetic, kind, and intelligent. She cares and pays attention. I've trusted her with extremely vulnerable information/experiences and we've worked through them together. I leave our sessions feeling understood and deserving of happiness & recovery. With her help, I've made great progress and am excited to keep working at it.

Reviewed August 2020

Renee is attentive and effective at pulling out of me what I need to say out loud. It is still early in our relationship, but I am confident she is a good fit and will be most helpful.

Reviewed July 2020

Very easy to talk

Reviewed July 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Renee Gaubert offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Renee Gaubert works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Renee Gaubert speak?

Renee Gaubert speaks English.

How many years of experience does Renee Gaubert have?

Renee Gaubert has 12 years of experience.

Where is Renee Gaubert licensed to practice?

Renee Gaubert is licensed to practice in Louisiana, Arizona, and California.

Does Renee Gaubert accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Renee Gaubert does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Renee Gaubert offer?

Renee Gaubert offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Renee Gaubert?

Renee Gaubert can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Renee Gaubert?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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