About Bonnie

Bonnie Giles is a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of practice in California. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, mood swings, and ADHD. Her manner is direct and compassionate, and she combines honesty with practical guidance.

Bonnie uses evidence-based methods to teach coping strategies that fit day-to-day life. Sessions focus on clear goals, skills practice, and real-world steps clients can try between meetings. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at building resilience and better self-understanding.

Background and approach

She has worked extensively with people affected by posttraumatic stress and mood disorders. That background informs how she supports people through loss, major life changes, and caregiving strain. Bonnie emphasizes restoring routine and managing symptoms that interfere with daily tasks.

Bonnie also supports veterans and older adults, and she addresses issues around end-of-life care and caregiver stress. She listens for what matters most to each person and adapts the pace to their needs. The focus is on practical tools and steady progress.

Clients can expect collaborative planning and straightforward homework to build skills between sessions. Bonnie brings years of experience and a faith-informed perspective when clients want that included. She aims to help people move from survival toward clearer purpose and more reliable coping.

Evidence-based techniques and online care

Bonnie often uses practical, evidence-based methods that teach skills people can use right away. One common approach focuses on learning tools to manage anxiety and panic, like breathing work, gradual exposure to feared situations, and problem-solving to reduce immediate distress. These techniques help when worry or panic gets in the way of daily life.

Another approach emphasizes managing mood and impulse control by building routine, activity planning, and skills to notice and change unhelpful thinking. This type of work supports people dealing with bipolar mood shifts, depression, impulsivity, and ADHD-related challenges by creating predictable steps they can follow.

Choosing the right combination of methods is part of the process. Bonnie works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. She explains options clearly and invites feedback so the approach fits the client's needs and preferences.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat or text messaging can support short check-ins, coaching-style guidance, or follow-up between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, or other commitments.

Questions people ask

What concerns does Bonnie address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar and mood disorders, depression, ADHD, anger, self-esteem, and related challenges.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her approach is direct and compassionate. She focuses on clear goals, practical skills, and honest conversation.
What is her professional background?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of experience working with posttraumatic stress, mood disorders, and life transitions.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an LCSW credential in California and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered and can international clients be served?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Work can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

What this therapist works with

Experience
30 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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