Gloria Allum "Kekalos"

Empathic social worker guiding practical change

LMSW Michigan

Experience: 27 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Gloria

Gloria Allum "Kekalos" is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with 27 years of clinical experience supporting people through a broad range of life challenges.

Background and approach

She has worked with clients facing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, and grief, and brings a long history of applying established therapeutic techniques to help clients move toward clearer coping and personal goals. Gloria blends cognitive behavioral methods with psychodynamic perspectives and other evidence-informed approaches to shape care around each person's situation.

She emphasizes an empathic, respectful stance and adapts interventions to meet clients where they are in life. Gloria aims to tailor treatment plans to individual needs and preferences, focusing on dignity and collaboration.

Her background includes helping people with intimacy and parenting concerns, chronic illness and pain, family conflict, career and life transitions, and compassion fatigue. Gloria offers support for clients ready to pursue change and build more satisfying, manageable lives, and she welcomes the opportunity to work with those prepared to take that next step.

Therapeutic Approaches Applied Online

Gloria uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental environment in which clients' goals and experiences guide the work. These approaches can be useful for a range of concerns from mood and anxiety symptoms to relationship and coping challenges.

Deciding on the right approach is presented as a collaborative process. Gloria assesses each person's needs, preferences, and goals and adjusts methods over time, combining techniques as appropriate so that treatment fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for scheduling and for maintaining therapeutic momentum between in-person commitments. These formats make it easier for clients to access licensed professionals from their own location and to choose a communication style that best supports their progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Gloria commonly address?

She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, grief, intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes.

What is her therapeutic style and approach?

Her approach combines client-centered empathy with cognitive behavioral techniques, psychodynamic ideas, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to tailor therapy to each client's needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 27 years of experience working across many presenting concerns and populations, drawing on long-term practice to inform treatment planning and interventions.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds an LMSW license and practices from Michigan; the license is listed as MI LMSW 6801059009.

Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are provided in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Appointments are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.

How are costs and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin therapy?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an appointment according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English