AUTHOR

Gabrielle Juliano-Villani LCSW

Licensing & Certifications:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Professional Background

Gabrielle is a licensed clinical social worker based in Sarasota, FL. She has been in the mental health field for over a decade, specializing in working with adults and older adults on issues such as grief and loss, chronic health conditions, anxiety, life transitions, burnout, and caregiver stress. Gabrielle has worked in many different areas of social work, including victim’s advocacy, child protection, care management, and private practice. Her clinical training includes EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, but also integrates eclectic approaches such as sound healing and expressive arts. Gabrielle is passionate about creating safe, supportive spaces for clients to learn how to regulate their nervous systems and integrate deeper mind/body connections.

After recognizing her own burnout, Gabrielle sold her group practice in 2021 to focus on consulting with other therapists, entrepreneurs, and healers on burnout prevention and recovery techniques, and how to scale their businesses without burning out. She also enjoys training therapists on clinical issues, such as working with older adults, working with clients who are struggling with chronic illness and chronic pain, and how to incorporate vagus nerve work into the therapy room.

Education

B.S. Social Work, Metropolitan State University of Denver
Master of Social Work, Metropolitan State University of Denver

Areas of Focus

Working with older adults and their caregivers
Aging issues, including loss of mobility, loss of independence, and terminal illnesses utilizing reminiscence therapy and life review
Working with adults who have chronic health conditions, including chronic pain, Dementia, and autoimmune disorders
EMDR therapy with a strong emphasis on Polyvagal Theory informed techniques, mindfulness, sound healing, and emotional regulation
Trauma-informed individual counseling for anxiety, grief & loss, and functional neurological disorder
Stress management, executive coaching, and burnout recovery work for corporations and entrepreneurs

Featured Articles

28 Breathing Exercises for Anxiety

Breathing is an automatic process and we often do not even notice that it’s happening. When we feel anxious, our breathing can become shallow and rapid, putting us deeper into a state of “fight or flight” and causing more anxiety. However, our breath is a very powerful tool we can use to manage our anxiety symptoms.

February 13, 2024

4-7-8 Breathing: Definition, Techniques, & Benefits

4-7-8 breathing is a type of breathwork that uses diaphragmatic breathing and counting to relax the body and calm the mind.

April 25, 2023

ADHD Stimming: Examples, Triggers, & How to Manage

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) stimming or “self-stimulation” refers to repetitive, unconscious movements or sounds to self-soothe. Stimming can take many different forms, such as rocking back and forth or chewing the inside of your cheeks. Used as a coping mechanism, it reduces stress levels by stimulating the part of the brain that controls the central nervous system.

August 2, 2024

Benefits of Music Therapy for Dementia

Dementia causes progressive cognitive decline that affects a person's ability to reason, make decisions, perform everyday tasks, and sometimes their mood and personality. Those with this condition often experience Increased anxiety and stress which can be improved through music therapy. Additionally, this treatment approach encourages brain development in areas damaged by dementia.

February 1, 2023