Duchana Gille
MA, LAC (NJ), MHC (NY)
Duchana completed her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University (CCU), and she is pursuing her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at CCU. Furthermore, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Montclair State University. As a Licensed Associate Counselor (#37AC00713200) in the state of New Jersey, and Mental Health Counselor-Limited Permit (#118776) in the state of New York, she is under the supervision of Verena Schnurr, MA, LPC, LMHC (NJ license #37PC00597400 / NY license #007135). Furthermore, Duchana is certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (Certificate #1650129).
Being passionate about instilling hope in others, Duchana partners with clients to find meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in their lives. She strives to help others discover and utilize their strengths in their journey to wellness. Duchana is passionate about providing culturally attuned care to diverse individuals and is especially sensitive to the challenges of immigrants, first-generation Americans, African-Americans, and those of Afro-Caribbean descent. She values and respects the individuality and uniqueness of each person and is unafraid to embrace cultural differences. Providing a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their issues and challenges is paramount to Duchana. Her clinical focus includes treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief and loss, spiritual concerns, relationship issues, women’s issues, and self-esteem issues.
Duchana has also served in ministry for over 7 years with youth (adolescents and young adults). When she is not counseling, Duchana enjoys traveling, discovering new cuisines, and dancing.
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