Gary Swan, LCSW

Gary Swan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Wisconsin with 21 years of professional experience. As an LCSW he is a licensed mental health professional who provides therapy and support for a wide range of concerns, guiding people through difficult transitions and persistent challenges.

He works with individuals to better understand and manage stress and anxiety, address addictive or impulsive behaviors, and resolve trust and communication problems within relationships. He also has experience treating depression and mood-related concerns, and he helps clients build motivation, strengthen self-esteem, and develop practical skills for confidence and connection.

In session he aims to create an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. He combines a range of clinical approaches - including attachment-based work, client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques - to tailor care to each person’s needs.

Gary acknowledges that reaching out for help takes courage and offers steady support throughout the therapeutic process. He recognizes that vulnerability and trust grow gradually, one step at a time, and he invites prospective clients to consider the next chapter of their lives. As the Sufi poet Rumi wrote, "Be with those who help your being," and Gary encourages people to take that step when they are ready.