- CBT techniques
- Solution-Focused work
- Mindfulness practice
About Kiyeka
Kiyeka Gift is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with three years of clinical experience and prior work in public health, foster care, and social services. She focuses on adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, perinatal mental health, women's health concerns, and life transitions. Her work explicitly includes support around life purpose, self-esteem, relationships, and coping with change.
She approaches sessions in a direct, down-to-earth way. Conversations are straightforward and practical. She uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and mindfulness to help people identify small changes that make a difference.
In practice she helps people spell out concrete goals and test ideas between sessions. That may look like breaking a problem into smaller steps, practicing a different reaction, or trying a short exercise in awareness. She also brings experience from foster care and public health when adoption or parenting concerns are part of the work.
When perinatal issues appear, she pays attention to mood changes, role shifts, and the practical demands of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum life. For people feeling isolated or questioning what comes next, she helps map values and priorities rather than offering quick fixes.
Kiyeka frames therapy as collaborative problem-solving. She asks questions, offers techniques people can try, and adjusts plans as needs change. People looking for help with midlife shifts, social anxiety, forgiveness work, or rethinking purpose may find this practical, skills-focused style useful.
Therapeutic methods and how they translate to online work
Many of her sessions draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and social anxiety by helping people try small, measurable changes and assess results.She also uses Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, a short-term method that zeroes in on goals and next steps. This approach is practical for people who want to clarify priorities, tackle a specific problem, or move through a life transition efficiently.
Mindfulness practices are offered as brief exercises to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. These simple practices can help with stress, rumination, and handling intense emotions in daily life.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the collaborative work. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan together based on what helps and what does not. Clients can expect the methods to be explained in plain terms and applied to real-life situations.
Session format options are not listed in the biography, so confirm available formats before booking. Many people appreciate online therapy for fitting sessions into a busy week, shortening travel time, or using audio rather than video when that suits their day. Ask about the practical options during the initial scheduling step to choose what fits best.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes including perinatal issues and midlife transitions.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
Her approach is direct and practical. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and mindfulness techniques to develop actionable steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of clinical practice experience, plus additional background work in public health, foster care, and social services.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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