Welcome! I'm Dr. Francis Ababio Gadigbe
Ed.D., MA, MA, LMFTA, RCC, CCC, CQM
Dr. Francis Gadigbe is a cross-border therapist serving clients in the United States and Canada. He is a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate licensed in Washington State, a Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia, a Canadian Certified Counsellor, and a Certified Qualifying Member of the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care. He also offers consultation to clients in Australia and New Zealand as a member of the Australia-New Zealand Mental Health Association.
A graduate of Seattle University, I assess, diagnose, and treat clients with mood disorders, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, and multicultural issues. I have specialized experience and training in assisting those overcoming trauma, including domestic violence and couples' dysfunctional communication.
Treatment approaches include but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). My goal is to provide all my clients with a safe environment to share their experiences comfortably. I always treat my clients with respect, trust, empathy, and compassion, and I draw on other therapeutic modalities when they are most effective for a client's unique situation. I value diversity and inclusion, operate holistically, and invite people to incorporate spirituality into their counseling if they wish to do so.
My skills and experience allow me to offer care to people experiencing various issues, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, family issues, personal growth, abuse and trauma recovery, grief and loss, and career issues. I participate in work related to marginalized, exploited, and oppressed people, and I respect every individual's right, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or sexual orientation, to have access to mental health services and to be given opportunities to develop their potential.
I am encouraged by my cultural background that every individual needs to go beyond accepting those different from themselves to a position of cultural humility. I offer sessions in English, Twi, Ewe, Fanti, Kotokoli and Fon. Don't hesitate to contact me; I am willing and ready to journey with you as you seek good health and wholeness.