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Marikay Gazda, LCSW

Illinois LCSW supporting life transitions and grief
  • 35 years experience
  • Aging and caregiver support
  • Grief and anxiety care

About Marikay Gazda

Marikay Gazda is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 35 years of experience helping people navigate major life transitions, complex emotions, and personal growth. She focuses on treating depression, anxiety, and grief while also addressing the particular challenges that come with aging and caregiving responsibilities. Marikay brings deep compassion to work with older adults and those managing chronic health conditions, offering steady support during significant life changes.

Her practice emphasizes restoring self-love, strengthening communication, and relieving isolation so that clients can rediscover meaning and purpose. She has experience with sensitive areas such as panic disorder, attachment difficulties, caregiver stress, and end-of-life counseling, and creates a calm space for exploring emotions and processing past experiences.

Through a person-centered and empathetic approach, Marikay helps individuals build resilient coping strategies and transform feelings of emptiness, guilt, and shame into opportunities for growth. She aims to accompany people through some of life’s most difficult moments with respect, dignity, and practical support.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-love

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Marikay Gazda have?

Marikay Gazda has 35 years of experience.

Is Marikay Gazda a licensed therapist?

Yes. Marikay Gazda holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License: IL LCSW 149004372.

In which languages does Marikay Gazda provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Marikay Gazda located?

Marikay Gazda is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Marikay Gazda as my therapist?

You can work with Marikay Gazda through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Marikay Gazda work with international clients?

Marikay Gazda does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marikay Gazda cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Sessions Be a Good Fit?

Online therapy can make a meaningful difference for many common concerns. For issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can connect with a therapist in the way that works best for them, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to fit regular care into a busy schedule and maintain continuity during life changes.

Sessions are provided by licensed professionals and therapists, and clients may choose to switch providers if they want a different fit. For those weighing whether online therapy is right for them, these practical advantages and the potential for comparable outcomes make remote work a useful option to consider.

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