Jeffrey Gianelli, LCSW

I am a private practice licensed clinical social worker serving clients in and around Wilmington, North Carolina both in person and virtual, and well as virtual only in California. As your therapist, it is my priority to create a therapeutic atmosphere that promotes growth and positive change, for you. I look forward to working with you to address your challenges and realize your goals. Therapy is a process that can move you toward being the healthiest version of yourself and living the life you desire.

Education & Credentials:

  • License #: C013939
  • License State: North Carolina
  • License # 88604
  • License State: California
  • Practicing Since: 2016
  • Education: MSW in Social Work

My background includes the following:

  • Trauma therapist fully certified in EMDR , with comprehensive training in trauma-informed approaches.
  • Extensive training in
    • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Utilization of techniques from several other modalities such as
    • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
    • Gestalt Psychology
    • Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
  • Trained teacher of the Mindful Self Compassion Program through Center for Mindful Self Compassion.
  • Completed 2-year mindfulness-based program through Embracing Simplicity.

Treatment Approach

I will work with you to develop a treatment plan based on your goals and concerns. I use a variety of approaches to address my clients unique needs. Many successful treatment plans will utilize a foundation of cognitive-behavioral (CBT), compassion focus therapy (CFT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR, internal family systems (IFS), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT).

Additionally, there is a growing body of research that supports the practice of self-compassion and mindfulness in psychotherapy. Neuroscience research reveals individuals that practice these techniques are happier, more resilient, and better equipped to heal painful memories from the past. It is my honor and mission to help my clients move past what’s blocking them from reaching their full potential individually and in their relationships.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tony Martin, BSc, MSW, LCSWA (May 2023)

Tony Martin (he/him) earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Richmond and will complete his Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina Wilmington in May 2023. Tony’s clinical internship experience includes working with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, in both individual and group settings. He also works with LGBTQ+ youth, supervises undergraduate social work students and serves as a psychedelic coach. Tony has practiced mindfulness meditation since 2014, received training in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and has sat several long silent mediation retreats including one lasting 6-weeks. Tony has received training in trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, internal family systems, solution-orientated therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and is currently training in psychedelic-assisted therapy. Tony is available to see clients under supervision beginning in 2023.

“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson