Gayla Fields is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has an office in Shiloh, IL. Gayla also offers telehealth to those in Illinois, Missouri, and Colorado. She specializes in providing counseling services to adults experiencing life difficulties, including stress, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, relationship problems, and trauma. Gayla has been in private practice counseling for 17 years, and also brings experience from working in a psychiatric facility, non-profit agencies, the Illinois Department of Corrections and does contract work with the military and a local fire department. She has worked with thousands of clients during her 21-year career, and values each client for their unique individuality.
Gayla uses a variety of therapies including Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral, Somatic, and Trauma-focused. She also offers Christian counseling for those who desire. Gayla views the relationship between counselor and client as an important aspect, if not the most important aspect, of effective counseling, focusing on individualized needs.
Gayla also has a hypoallergenic dog named Lucy who “works” with her. Lucy is a white medium golden doodle who loves going to work and meeting new people! If someone is not comfortable with dogs, Lucy is not present for that person’s session.
