Genevieve (Genny) Gravina, LMHC

Taking a moment to pause and acknowledge the step of seeking support is a meaningful act of self-care. Genevieve (Genny) Gravina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who brings a warm, nonjudgmental presence to her clinical work and six years of experience working with children, adults, and couples. She supports people through codependency and family difficulties, mood disorders including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, as well as eating and food related issues and journeys around self-esteem and self-love.

Genevieve practices from a client-centered, holistic perspective, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based counseling to tailor care to each person’s needs. Her approach emphasizes collaboration - exploring strengths and concerns together, identifying practical skills, and developing a plan to move forward. People have described her as nonjudgmental, authentic, insightful, and compassionate.

She invites clients to engage at their own pace, offering a supportive space to process difficult emotions, build coping strategies, and work toward clearer relationships and greater self-understanding. Genevieve aims to meet clients where they are and help them take manageable steps toward the changes they want to make.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Genevieve uses client-centered therapy to create an accepting and collaborative space where the client’s goals and perspectives guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and understanding while supporting people to identify their own strengths and values.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to help clients notice and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and skill-focused, and can be especially helpful for anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides structured skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT techniques can assist clients who struggle with intense emotions, relationship challenges, or patterns of self-criticism.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Genevieve works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or to access care from home. These options support continuity of care and make it possible to practice skills between sessions with the guidance of licensed professionals and therapists.