Lindsay Van Gorder , LPC

Lindsay Van Gorder is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona with 11 years of clinical experience. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting difficulties, substance use, health-related stress, and the everyday pressures that can interfere with wellbeing. Her practice also includes significant work with individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse and with communities affected by HIV/AIDS, homelessness, and LGBTQ identities.

Her counseling style is warm, interactive, and grounded in respect and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on meeting each person where they are. Lindsay blends person-centered and solution-focused approaches, and she is trained in EMDR - a specialized therapy for processing traumatic memories. She individualizes dialogues and treatment plans so they reflect each clientâs unique needs and goals.

Lindsay emphasizes empowerment and practical change, believing that seeking a fuller, happier life takes courage. She offers collaborative support to help people take the first steps toward healing and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Lindsay integrates several evidence-informed approaches into her online practice to address trauma, relationships, and life stress. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses, helping clients build safety and stronger bonds. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, giving clients space to set the pace and goals while the therapist offers nonjudgmental support to foster growth. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a targeted method for processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional intensity, often used for trauma-related symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Lindsay works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so treatment stays relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with a licensed professional. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction from home, phone sessions can be scheduled for convenience, and live chat or text-based messaging provide accessible options for ongoing support. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent care while fitting therapy into busy lives.