Dr. Fennell has helped me so much and really gave me time and suggestions to focus on the areas of my life that I was trying to improve.
Dr. Gloria Fennell, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Gloria is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Gloria. View 16 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Wisconsin and Minnesota
Recent reviews
Gloria is very caring and checks in between visits to see how things are going. Highly recommend Gloria and Better Help for therapy and counseling.
More about Gloria
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW, LICSW
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin and Minnesota (LICSW). I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Social Work from Loyola of Chicago. My professional background is wide and diverse.
I began my professional life as a Registered Nurse (RN) working in trauma. During that time I continued my education in Social Work, earning a Master in Social Work (MSW) and a Ph.D. I have had the opportunity to work in schools, community mental health as well as private practice. I was also very fortunate to be able to spend 20 years as a Social Work educator, teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate level.
My approach to clinical work is from a strength perspective. Intervention strategies are determined collaboratively. I believe that one of the keys to the effectiveness of our work together is based on relationship that we are able to form. Recognizing the need for support and reaching out to find it can be one of the most difficult parts of the process. If I am the right clinician for you, I look forward to beginning this journey with you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Depression
Coaching
Aging and geriatric issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Gloria Fennell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356921548.
- LCSW · Wisconsin · 1203-123 · Expires February 2025
- LICSW · Minnesota · 32012 · Expires April 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Gloria Fennell
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. Fennell has helped me so much and really gave me time and suggestions to focus on the areas of my life that I was trying to improve.
Gloria is very caring and checks in between visits to see how things are going. Highly recommend Gloria and Better Help for therapy and counseling.
Dr. Fennell has been a phenomenal resource for me. She has an innate ability to help me understand the bigger issues while still being able to drill down on the things holding me back. She has been an essential component in navigating grief and trusting my abilities to work through it with grace & a newfound motivation. I cannot recommend Dr. Fennell enough!
Dr. Fennell is fantastic. She is helping guide me through professional hurdles and family-related challenges.
Fantastic therapist, couldn’t ask for more understanding and flexibility to meet our needs!
My first session with Dr.Fennell was great. I felt much better after our session. She helped me feel better about myself. I haven’t been able to act on what we discussed but I now feel more prepared.
I look forward to working with Dr Fennell to gain confidence and structure - she is helping me greatly.
Dr. Fennell is a great help to me in navigating the complicated balance of my personal life and work life. She provides me with ideas and encouragement to center myself and care for myself in order to best connect with the people and work I love.
I am very comfortable sharing with Dr. Fennell. She readily understands my situation, reinforces the good, and gently encourages me towards strategies to improve myself. In a short time I have learned a good deal from her insights. She is kind and sympathetic, and I feel she cares about my family and thinks about my situation between our conversations.
Excellent
Dr. Fennell is incredibly helpful to me as I work to improve my understanding of what I can and cannot control and letting go of some things that were causing me stress. She’s also helped me learn how to better frame my communication with my husband and that is helping both of us. I look forward to our sessions and feel I am on a better track with being healthy and living with intention. Will definitely recommend her to a friend!
Very comfortable and helpful, right from the start. So happy I’ve been talking with her.
She is a fantastic counselor.
She is very helpful and understanding
Meeting with Dr. Fennell has caused hope and support to be reliably apart of my life on a weekly basis. She does a phenomenal job keeping in touch with me and being available at any time. I know I can tell her anything and she will take it to heart and truly ponder it. Her gentle inquiries and support is unmatched. Highly highly recommend!
Our simply, Gloria is the best therapist I have ever worked with. She is immensely polite, respectful, tactful, yet direct and insightful in her comments. Not only does she deeply understand your requests, but her experience and approach helps know your problems before you ever properly realize them. I highly, highly recommend a visit to her for anyone who may feel nervous and wants a talented and high quality therapist.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Gloria Fennell offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Gloria Fennell works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Gloria Fennell speak?
Dr. Gloria Fennell speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Gloria Fennell have?
Dr. Gloria Fennell has 20 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Gloria Fennell licensed to practice?
Dr. Gloria Fennell is licensed to practice in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Does Dr. Gloria Fennell accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Gloria Fennell does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Gloria Fennell offer?
Dr. Gloria Fennell offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Gloria Fennell?
Dr. Gloria Fennell can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Gloria Fennell?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.