Rate Treva Gilliard

Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Telehealth Provider | NY

I provide individual therapy for adults ages 18–64 who are navigating life transitions, managing chronic stress-related syndromes, anxiety, depression, and mood disturbances. My approach is trauma-informed, integrating your unique experiences and needs into a collaborative treatment plan.

I hold a Master of Social Work degree and began my career at a non-profit organization, where I supported families and individuals through Children and Family Services providing home-based counseling, and parenting groups. My professional journey then led me to the field of chemical dependency, where I gained understanding of the complex interplay between substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges.

Over the next five years, I served in various roles across chemical dependency and mental health settings, including a hospital-based clinic. These experiences have shaped my appreciation for the complexity of human resilience and the profound impact of both nature and nurture on our development.

My personal and professional growth has been enriched by my faith in Jesus Christ, which grounds my practice in grace, self-compassion, and the belief in serving others. I strive to create a safe space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore the parts of your story that may have been overlooked or invalidated.

Therapy, in my view, is a transformative process that helps you recognize and build upon your inner strengths. My goal is to support you in cultivating resilience, inner peace, and overall well-being as you design your vision for your life. Even in the midst of distress there is hope to move forward even one minute at a timel.

I utilize evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), drawing from a transdiagnostic, integrative framework tailored to your individual needs.

Mindfulness and gratitude practices are central to my work, as research consistently demonstrates its effectiveness in reducing stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms.

One of my guiding inspirations comes from Viktor Frankl, who wrote:

“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response.”

I am here to help you find that space, harness your strengths, and move forward with clarity and purpose.