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Carrie Gajowski, LMFT

Support for recovery from emotional abuse
  • Narcissistic abuse recovery
  • Relationship and communication help
  • Anxiety and self esteem support

About Carrie Gajowski

Carrie Gajowski supports people who are recovering from narcissistic and emotional abuse, helping them make sense of confusing and painful relationship dynamics and move toward clearer choices. She works with individuals who often feel isolated or blame themselves after a relationship that looked like a soulmate connection but instead became harmful. With seven years of clinical experience, she guides clients through decisions such as preparing to leave an unhealthy partnership and building a new life on their own terms.

She focuses on issues including stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, and also addresses concerns like codependency, communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness, and questions about sexuality and life purpose. Carrie uses an eclectic, client-centered style that blends EMDR, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness to tailor care to each person’s needs. Client-centered work means she centers the client’s perspective and values as the foundation for change, while EMDR and CBT offer structured methods to address trauma and distressing thoughts and behaviors.

Carrie holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and she practices from California. She is passionate about helping people find relationships where they feel seen, respected, and free to live as they choose. She is not currently accepting clients.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Carrie Gajowski have?

Carrie Gajowski has seven years of clinical experience.

Is Carrie Gajowski a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMFT credential. License details are CA LMFT 129824 and AZ LMFT LMFT-16414.

In which languages does Carrie Gajowski provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Carrie Gajowski located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Carrie Gajowski as my therapist?

You can work with Carrie Gajowski through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Carrie Gajowski work with international clients?

Carrie Gajowski does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carrie Gajowski cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches and Benefits of Online Therapeutic Care

Client-Centered Therapy places the client’s experience and goals at the heart of the work, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where individuals can clarify values and make decisions that fit their lives. This approach is helpful for relationship concerns, identity questions, and rebuilding self-worth.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It uses practical tools and exercises to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and address patterns that sustain stress or conflict.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people accept difficult feelings while committing to actions aligned with their values. It can be useful for managing anxiety, increasing psychological flexibility, and finding meaning amid life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Carrie works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting strategies over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage energy levels, and maintain continuity of support regardless of location. Licensed professionals can use these formats to provide consistent, focused therapeutic work tailored to each person’s circumstances.

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