- Mindfulness based tools
- Practical behavior change
- LGBT ally
About Russell
Dr. Russell Gaede brings a practical, mindfulness-informed approach to therapy. He uses clear tools and short exercises to help people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and relationship concerns. Sessions are conversational and aimed at finding useful next steps rather than long theory talks. He presents as approachable and often keeps a sense of humor in session while staying focused on what matters to each person.
Dr. Gaede holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and the Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential, LCMHC. He also completed graduate study in marriage and family therapy. With 25 years of clinical experience, he has worked with adults facing addiction, mood disorders, and life transitions. He has taught at both undergraduate and graduate levels, which informs his practical, evidence-minded style.
He draws on Mindfulness Therapy to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to spot unhelpful thinking and change behavior. He also borrows from Existential and Solution-Focused ideas when fitting strategies to a person's goals. The emphasis is on doable changes and steady progress.
Dr. Gaede welcomes people from the LGBT community and helps individuals with family and relationship stress, blended family challenges, communication problems, and career or life-purpose questions. He has experience supporting first responders and those coping with compassion fatigue.
People who prefer a straightforward, collaborative therapist may find his approach helpful. He encourages clear goals, regular check-ins on progress, and adjustments when needed. Outside of clinical work, he trains as an Ironman triathlete and often uses that active lifestyle to model practical habits for wellbeing.
Dr. Gaede holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and the Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential, LCMHC. He also completed graduate study in marriage and family therapy. With 25 years of clinical experience, he has worked with adults facing addiction, mood disorders, and life transitions. He has taught at both undergraduate and graduate levels, which informs his practical, evidence-minded style.
He draws on Mindfulness Therapy to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to spot unhelpful thinking and change behavior. He also borrows from Existential and Solution-Focused ideas when fitting strategies to a person's goals. The emphasis is on doable changes and steady progress.
Dr. Gaede welcomes people from the LGBT community and helps individuals with family and relationship stress, blended family challenges, communication problems, and career or life-purpose questions. He has experience supporting first responders and those coping with compassion fatigue.
People who prefer a straightforward, collaborative therapist may find his approach helpful. He encourages clear goals, regular check-ins on progress, and adjustments when needed. Outside of clinical work, he trains as an Ironman triathlete and often uses that active lifestyle to model practical habits for wellbeing.