Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Tiffany Gholson, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149014440
- Licensed in Missouri
- LCSW, licence 2018014258
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW24891
- NPI
- 1902294861
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Tiffany 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
- Caregiver strain
- Workplace issues
About Tiffany
Tiffany Gholson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 15 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and life transitions. Tiffany also focuses on caregiver stress, first responder issues, isolation and social anxiety, workplace problems, and challenges common in young adulthood.
She uses plain language in sessions and avoids clinical jargon. Conversations are direct and practical. Tiffany aims to help people identify what’s most pressing and take small steps that fit their day-to-day life.
Her background includes work across urban and rural settings, which shaped a flexible approach to different life contexts. She has experience supporting people with criminal histories and those managing complex caregiving roles. That experience informs how she listens and plans next steps.
In sessions she works with concrete goals like reducing panic, managing work stress, repairing relationship patterns, or coping after trauma. Expect problem-focused conversations, practical coping strategies, and plans you can try between meetings. Tiffany checks in on what is working and adjusts the approach as needed.
To begin she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. If you want to know current session options, confirm them before booking.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions
Tiffany uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches breathing, grounding, and behavioral strategies to reduce anxiety and manage stress. These are taught and practiced in sessions so clients can use them during stressful moments.She also draws on trauma-informed approaches that help people name what happened and learn ways to feel less overwhelmed by memories and triggers. This work moves at a pace set by the client and emphasizes safety and stabilization before tackling deeper material.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Tiffany will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped before. She uses that information to try methods that match the person's needs and adjusts plans based on progress and feedback.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people keep therapy consistent while balancing work, caregiving, and other responsibilities.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Missouri, Florida
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
Tiffany focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. She also addresses caregiver stress, first responder issues, isolation, social anxiety, workplace problems, and young adult concerns.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses plain, direct conversation and practical strategies rather than clinical jargon. Sessions focus on concrete steps and coping techniques you can apply between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working in both urban and rural settings. That background informs how she adapts support to different life situations.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois. Her practice is based in Illinois.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on your stated location.
How do I begin working with her?
To get started, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule 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