Why Psychotherapy?

Gentle Guardians Counseling aims to provide a space that promotes empowerment and healing for your personal growth. If you are finding yourself constantly struggling with your or a child's behaviors, it may be time to seek help.

Life experiences can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether you need assistance in addressing complex trauma or managing daily stressors, therapy is the place to do this.

Our therapists are well-versed in science-based methods to address your concerns, while creating safety and compassion in the therapeutic relationship. We can work alongside you to assess your needs and create a personalized treatment plan. We strive to honor your innate strengths and personal values. We are here to support you and your family.

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Sarah Diener, LCSW

Therapist

Depression, anxiety, PTSD, crisis, suicide, parenting, religious trauma, LGBTQ+, BPD, couples counseling.

Works with teens 15+, adults, couples, families.

Oana Opris, ACMHC

Therapist

Anxiety, behavioral concerns, depression, domestic violence, trauma, LGBTQ+, grief/loss, parenting, ADHD.

Works with children 6+, teens, adults, families, couples.

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Michelle Murray, CMHC

Therapist

Anxiety, depression, domestic violence, women’s issues, behavioral concerns, trauma, LGBTQ+, grief/loss, parenting, and spirituality/faith concerns.

Works with children 7+, teens, and adults.

Britney Preator, CSW

Therapist

Depression, anxiety, autism, trauma, parenting, women's issues, self-harm, suicide, stress, LGBTQ+.

Works with children 6+, teens, adults, and families.

Maegen Rindlisbacher, ACMHC

Therapist

Anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, couples counseling, autism, ADHD, maternal, perinatal.

Works with children 6+, teens, adults, couples.

Sophie MacMillan

MSW Intern

Depression, anxiety, autism, behavioral concerns, LGBTQ+, trauma.

Works with children 5+, teens, adults, families.

Matt Long, LCSW

Co-Owner & Therapist

Suicide, crisis, ODD, trauma, faith crisis, OCD, couples counseling, depression, anxiety, anger management, LGBTQ+.

Works with children 5+, teens, adults, couples, families.

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Sheila Jacobson Long, LCSW

Founder & Therapist

Trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, LGBTQ+, grief/loss, suicide, self-harm, personality disorders, behavioral concerns.

Works with children 3+, teens, adults, families.

Servicios ofrecidos en Español.

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Brigitte Urbay, SSW

Administrative Assistant

Reception, scheduling, and marketing.

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Sarah Curles, CPC

Billing Specialist

Certified Professional Coder with over 20 years of medical billing and administrative experience. Maintained a Chief HIPPA Compliance Officer Certification since 2006 and is a current member of AAPC.