- Guilt and shame work
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- EMDR and somatic tools
About Cilicia
Cilicia Gooden is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Arizona with eight years of clinical experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse. Cilicia also lists additional focus areas that include guilt and shame, abandonment, communication problems, domestic violence, and multicultural concerns.
She uses straightforward talk and concrete tools in sessions. That can mean learning ways to notice unhelpful thoughts, practicing short exercises to calm the body, or setting clear steps to repair communication. Sessions aim to break down big feelings into manageable parts and to build practical skills for everyday life.
Cilicia draws from several evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing. She integrates somatic methods and solution-focused techniques when they fit the client’s goals. The approach is collaborative and paced to what a person can handle in the moment.
Her work pays attention to the impact of culture and identity on emotional health. She helps people explore self-love, life purpose, and the effects of prejudice or discrimination on mood and relationships. Pregnancy, postpartum, and veteran-related concerns are also within her stated interests.
Clients can expect clear explanations of methods, concrete strategies to try between sessions, and regular check-ins on progress. Language of service is English and practice is located in Arizona. For booking, follow the site process to view available online therapy options and schedule a first session.
How her clinical approaches translate to online sessions
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It often involves short practical exercises and behavioral experiments that a person can try between sessions to reduce anxiety or depressive patterns.Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and the emotions attached to them. In practice it involves guided processing and attention tasks to reduce the intensity of traumatic reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels manageable, then try methods that fit those needs. Decisions about which techniques to use are made collaboratively and revisited over time.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins, and remove travel time. If a client prefers less screen time, some approaches can use phone-based check-ins or focused homework between meetings. Ask during the booking process which session formats are offered and how they can best fit into daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Cilicia works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, relationship difficulties, and trauma and abuse. She also lists focus areas such as guilt and shame, abandonment, communication problems, and multicultural issues.
How would she approach issues of guilt or shame?
She uses practical techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to examine thoughts and somatic methods to notice bodily responses. Sessions often include concrete exercises and steps to reframe self-critical thinking.
What is her clinical background and experience?
Cilicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with eight years of clinical experience working in mental health settings.
Where is she licensed and what credential does she hold?
She holds an LCSW credential and her practice is based in Arizona.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Session cost varies with location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the booking process.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.