Individual, Couples & Family Counseling
Gilmour Counseling
Angela Gilmour, LCSW
We are so excited to welcome Angela Gilmour to The Wellness Center family! We are confident that her warm and easy going presence. professionalism and years of experience in private practice will put you at ease and help you navigate the obstacles and challenges of life with greater peace and clarity.
"I help my clients find hope and freedom from the struggles
preventing them from enjoying life and living out their purpose."
preventing them from enjoying life and living out their purpose."
Specialties
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Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common struggles, but it can look different for everyone. Some of the common signs are: restlessness or feeling keyed up or on edge, being easily fatigued, difficulty concentrating or mind going blank, fixation on problems large and small, irritability, muscle tension, and sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep). Depression
Depression is also a daily struggle many of us face. Depression signs include: feeling discouraged, sad, hopeless, unmotivated, or disinterested in life in general. When these feelings last for more than two weeks and when the feelings interfere with daily activities such as taking care of family, spending time with friends, or going to work or school, it can be depression instead of just "the blues". Anger
Angry feelings are a normal part of life. However, when anger becomes so prevalent in our lives that it is harming our relationships or our jobs, we may need help. Anger doesn't always look like exploding feelings. Many of us are "stuffers" and our anger is internal but just as damaging. Understanding the underlying causes/triggers of anger is an essential first step. social Anxiety
Social anxiety is more than just shy. You may have an intense fear of talking to a salesperson or giving a speech, but may be comfortable in other similar settings. Or, you may become anxious during routine activities such as starting a conversation with a stranger or a person in authority, participating in meetings or classes, or dating and attending parties. perfectionism
We often think of perfectionism as a good thing. However, perfectionism can quickly hijack our lives and create major stress in our relationships. We can lose focus on what is important and focus on the minor problems in life. Learning the between perfection and striving for excellence is a huge challenge. "mommy guilt"
Guilt can be a constant companion for many parents. We battle with the disconnect between how we want to be as a parent and the reality of day-to-day parenting. We hear the "shoulds" of our culture, seek the advice of "the experts," and endlessly compare ourselves to others. Our list of "Good Parent" qualities grow while our energy drains away. We can end up feeling like terrible parents. Parenting stress
All the books in the world could not have prepared us for these wonderful and very difficult challenges of parenting. Each of us bring a unique set of strengths and weaknesses to our parenting style. And each child is unique with their very own set of strengths and weaknesses. Finding help navigating these areas and identifying the parenting tools that work with YOUR KID is essential to building these precious, life-long relationships. |
conflict resolution
Life is filled with conflict, yet very few of us handle conflict well. We may avoid it at all costs only to end up with more complicated issues down the road. Or, we may face conflict head-on, but in a way that creates fractures in our relationships. Learning skills in both communication and conflict resolution is a crucial and fundamental for our overall relationship and life success. grief
Loss is an unavoidable result of living. We cannot love without loss eventually touching us. Few things can turn our worlds upside down like loss. It can bring so many mixed feelings that are overwhelming . We can feel stuck and alone in the pain and unsure how to find our way out. We are not meant to grieve alone, but few people are well equipped to walk with us through that pain. high sensitivity
Have you been told, "You're too sensitive!" or "You're so shy!"? Or perhaps you find yourself saying those things to a spouse, child or friend. Sensitivity can feel like a huge liability in life. However, it can be a gift if we understand how to utilize it while protecting ourselves in a world that can feel overwhelming. Want to learn more? Check out hsperson.com and the Sensitive documentary https://www.amazon.com/Sensitive-Untold-Story-Alanis-Morissette/dp/B01M701U34/ marital stress
All marriages create stress. All of them. There are very few relationships that bring out the best and worst in us like marriage. Navigating our marriage also means working on the "stuff" we bring to the relationship. Finding a path forward often requires an objective third party to help us deal with some of our most painful experiences and how they influence our relationship with our partners. life transitions
Transitions are hard. Whether you are a new graduate or retiree, a new parent or empty-nester, a new kid in the neighborhood or the last one to move, change involves loss. Transitions can fill us with fear of the future and sadness of losing parts of our past. Having help navigating all these feelings can ease these transitions and set us up for success in our new world. self image
Having an accurate self image is challenging in the best of circumstances. We are all trying to gauge our worth and where we belong. When our self image is incorrect, we may not realize the amazing plan God has for us and how He wants us to use the gifts He gave us. So many things can distort our understanding of ourselves. It is essential we get this correct in order to have the life God has planned for us. doubting/questioning faith
Whether we already have a strong faith or no faith at all (or somewhere in between), a crisis can make us ask questions. We ask, "Where was God?", "Why would He let this happen?" We need room to wrestle with these doubts and questions. The answers can be foundational to our healing. Without the opportunity to process these thoughts/feelings, we can become stuck in our pain. |
Angela Gilmour, LCSW
Angela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. She earned a Masters of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis in 1995. During that time, She also completed course work in Biblical Counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary.
She began her practice in 1996 and has clinical experience working with individuals, couples and families. Angela has practiced in inpatient, day program, and outpatient settings. In these settings, she has treated a variety of individuals, from those with serious mental illnesses & substance dependence to individuals dealing with difficult life transitions.
Angela utilizes clinically proven therapy techniques, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Her goal is to use her training, experience and skills to walk along side each person, in order to help them. She is also a trained facilitator for PREPARE/ENRICH curriculum for couples.
Want to know what it's like to work with Angela? Check out her FAQs or Client Testimonials.
I am a Christian and I approach therapy with that foundation and world view. However, not all of my clients share my belief system and I am very sensitive to that. I meet each person where they are. I have found those with strong beliefs, those with no beliefs and everyone in between, find themselves questioning God, faith and it's meaning when facing painful experiences. I am comfortable walking along side you in the midst of all those questions.
I promise to allow you room to question without judgement or pushing you to quickly resolve those doubts. I offer a place where you can struggle through your doubts while being confident that the counsel you receive from me is grounded in these truths: I believe God is good, loving, sovereign, just and there are many mysteries we may not understand this side of heaven. I believe Christ died and rose again for our sins so that we can be reconciled to God forever. I believe we can make changes only in His strength. I know we can all feel lost, stuck, ashamed, and numb at times... all of which God can handle and heal.
If you are interested in speaking with me to see if I am a good fit for you, please click on the Contact me button below.
Angela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. She earned a Masters of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis in 1995. During that time, She also completed course work in Biblical Counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary.
She began her practice in 1996 and has clinical experience working with individuals, couples and families. Angela has practiced in inpatient, day program, and outpatient settings. In these settings, she has treated a variety of individuals, from those with serious mental illnesses & substance dependence to individuals dealing with difficult life transitions.
Angela utilizes clinically proven therapy techniques, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Her goal is to use her training, experience and skills to walk along side each person, in order to help them. She is also a trained facilitator for PREPARE/ENRICH curriculum for couples.
Want to know what it's like to work with Angela? Check out her FAQs or Client Testimonials.
I am a Christian and I approach therapy with that foundation and world view. However, not all of my clients share my belief system and I am very sensitive to that. I meet each person where they are. I have found those with strong beliefs, those with no beliefs and everyone in between, find themselves questioning God, faith and it's meaning when facing painful experiences. I am comfortable walking along side you in the midst of all those questions.
I promise to allow you room to question without judgement or pushing you to quickly resolve those doubts. I offer a place where you can struggle through your doubts while being confident that the counsel you receive from me is grounded in these truths: I believe God is good, loving, sovereign, just and there are many mysteries we may not understand this side of heaven. I believe Christ died and rose again for our sins so that we can be reconciled to God forever. I believe we can make changes only in His strength. I know we can all feel lost, stuck, ashamed, and numb at times... all of which God can handle and heal.
If you are interested in speaking with me to see if I am a good fit for you, please click on the Contact me button below.
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and see if I am a good fit for you and your concerns.
Before you invest your precious time and money, you can ask me your questions
and see if I am a good fit for you and your concerns.