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Licensed clinical social worker recordVirginia

Gladylu Burgos Lugo

Gladylu Burgos Lugo, LCSW

Virginia

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Trauma

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Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Virginia
LCSW, licence 0904015367
NPI
1174230841
Experience
18 years
Languages
English
Location
Virginia

These details come from information Gladylu supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief and loss

About Gladylu

Gladylu Burgos Lugo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia with 18 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, anger, and coping with life changes. Gladylu also addresses related concerns such as abandonment, body image, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and young adult issues.

She uses straightforward conversation to help people sort their thoughts and feelings. Sessions are practical and focused on what is happening now. Clients can expect clear, manageable steps rather than long lectures or vague advice.

In sessions Gladylu helps people name responses that cause pain and notice patterns that get in the way. She talks through ways to cope with intense emotions, handle grief, and rebuild confidence after difficult events. She also works on practical skills for managing anxiety and anger when they arise in daily life.

Her background includes nearly two decades of work in clinical settings and community care. That experience informs a problem-solving approach that balances emotional processing with actionable skills. She aims to make therapy fit into everyday life, not disrupt it.

To begin, people select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time, and costs vary with location.

BHow sessions work

Approaches used and working online

Gladylu describes her clinical work as evidence-based therapeutic techniques that combine emotional processing with skill-building. One approach she commonly uses is focused discussion of traumatic experiences and their effects; this helps people reduce intrusive memories and manage strong reactions. Another common element is practical coping skills training, which teaches breathing, grounding, and problem-solving strategies for anxiety, anger, and day-to-day stress.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. She collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, strengths, and what feels manageable. That means trying methods, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than locking into one way of working up front.

Confirm the specific online session options before booking. The practical advantages of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy schedule, reducing travel time, and making it easier to check in during a break from work or school. Some formats can also allow shorter check-ins when someone needs quick support, or let a person choose audio only if video is difficult. Ask about the current session options so arrangements match personal needs.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Anger managementCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBody imageCoping with natural or human-caused disasterForgivenessLife purposePhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Experience

18+ years

Listed in

Virginia

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem issues, depression, and anger as listed in her specialties.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach is practical and conversational, focusing on current concerns, coping skills, and steps people can use in daily life.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 18 years of professional work experience in clinical and community settings.

Is she licensed and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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