Gabriel Rupe
LCSW
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About Gabriel Rupe
Gabe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eight years of experience in the mental health field, the past three of which have been dedicated to practicing as a therapist. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Kentucky and a Master of Social Work degree from Radford University. Gabe has worked with individuals, families, couples, and groups ranging in age from 5 to 85. He is passionate about supporting people as they gain new insights about themselves and move toward the lives they want. Fatherhood has deepened his appreciation for patience, compassion, and genuine connection—values he brings into his therapeutic work. Outside of sessions, Gabe enjoys rock climbing.
FAQs
One of the most meaningful breakthroughs I’ve witnessed was a client shifting from deep self-blame to recognizing they were not at fault for their trauma. That moment of self-compassion was powerful, and it reinforced my belief in the healing that can happen when clients feel safe and supported.
Clients can expect a warm, genuine space where we work together to explore their experiences, build insight, and move toward their goals. I use an integrative approach, tailoring techniques to each client’s unique needs while fostering understanding, trust, and personal empowerment.
Our first session is all about getting to know each other and beginning to build a trusting connection. We’ll go at your pace and start exploring what’s most important to you, including your goals, the challenges you’re facing, and where you’d like to head from here.
I’m motivated to be a therapist because I’ve seen first-hand how the right support at the right time can completely shift the course of a life. I’m passionate about helping people develop insight into how their past has shaped them, and how that awareness can fuel progress toward their own goals. My role is to provide a safe space for exploration, not to hand out answers, but to walk alongside people as they discover them.
Highlights
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Clients can expect to gain greater clarity about themselves, including their patterns, histories, and the ways those experiences shape their present. They’ll find a safe, grounded space where they can explore openly without judgment, and walk away with insights that help them align more closely with their own values and goals. My style emphasizes collaboration and practical self-understanding, so clients can expect both reflection and forward movement.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I utilize evidence-based therapies, including Psychotherapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy & Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I lead with genuineness, authenticity, and empathy, creating a safe space where you can expect to feel fully seen and understood. My specialties include working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and life adjustments, and I bring experience supporting military veterans. I also value diversity and inclusivity, ensuring people of all identities and backgrounds feel respected in our work.
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