Mallory Gakpo , LCSW

Mallory Gakpo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Indiana who brings seven years of clinical experience to her work with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges, grief, depression, and life transitions. She focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where people can explore difficult thoughts and emotions and begin to make sustainable changes. Mallory emphasizes practical coping skills and collaborative planning so clients can move toward greater stability and satisfaction in daily life.

With particular experience supporting people affected by substance use concerns, Mallory helps clients address patterns that interfere with wellness while also attending to co-occurring issues such as trauma, low self-esteem, attention differences, and family or relationship strain. Her practice integrates evidence-based techniques tailored to each person, with attention to realistic goals and step-by-step progress.

Drawing on her own journey through trauma and recovery, Mallory brings empathy and lived insight to therapeutic work without assuming that any single path fits everyone. She aims to empower people to take the first steps toward change and to provide steady support as they build new skills and healthier routines. Mallory conducts therapy in English and holds the LCSW credential, which denotes a licensed clinical social worker qualified to provide clinical assessment and psychotherapy.

Evidence-Based Care Delivered Remotely

Mallory uses practical, evidence-based approaches that focus on measurable skill-building and real-world change. She helps clients develop stress and anxiety management strategies that teach breathing, grounding, and behavioral planning to reduce overwhelming feelings and improve daily functioning. She also works with people managing substance use by applying structured relapse prevention and motivational techniques that clarify values, strengthen commitment to change, and build concrete coping routines.

Mallory approaches treatment collaboratively - she and each client review goals, try different techniques, and adapt the plan based on what works best for the individual. That collaborative process helps identify the right mix of strategies to address addiction, trauma, mood concerns, relationship issues, or life transitions.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. Sessions can take place by video call or phone, and additional support is available through live chat or text-based messaging for check-ins and skill practice between appointments. This range of options makes it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.