- Practical care
- Bilingual support
- Strengths focused
About Gladys
Gladys Cano is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship friction, grief, sleep problems, and other life challenges. She works with adults, couples, and families and speaks English and Spanish. Her goal is to guide people toward practical change and better balance in everyday life.
Gladys uses straightforward methods that focus on thoughts, present-moment awareness, and personal strengths. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Mindfulness practices are used to support attention and calm. Strength-based work highlights skills clients already have and builds on them.
She has 25 years of counseling experience and has supported English- and Spanish-speaking clients through a range of stresses. That background includes work with Latino immigrants adapting to a new culture and the pressures of family life. Gladys also spent 21 years in the U.S. Army Reserves, where she worked with service members and their families during deployments.
Gladys earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work from Boston University in 1994 and holds Rhode Island licensure as an LICSW. She presents a respectful, caring, and enthusiastic approach in sessions and aims to help people move toward concrete, manageable goals.
Her practical style centers on clear steps, short-term strategies, and collaborative goal-setting. People who want down-to-earth guidance for sleep, mood, relationships, parenting, or work stress may find her approach useful.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Gladys commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness alongside strength-based work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and practicing small, concrete changes to shift mood and sleep patterns. Mindfulness teaches simple attention and breathing practices that can reduce rumination and help with anxiety and sleep. Strength-based work looks for skills a person already uses and builds on them to improve coping and resilience.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Gladys will work with each person to decide which techniques match their goals, symptoms, and day-to-day needs. She adjusts methods over time based on what helps most, so clients and therapist figure out the best fit together.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm the available session types before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and reduce travel time. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when that is helpful, or sessions without video when bandwidth or comfort is a concern. For clients who live outside Rhode Island, international sessions are accepted but it is best to check scheduling and logistics ahead of time.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Massachusetts, Rhode Island
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Gladys frequently address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar symptoms, and intimacy-related matters.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, emphasizing clear steps and short-term strategies. She focuses on changing thinking patterns, building awareness, and using personal strengths.
What is her background and experience?
She has 25 years of counseling experience and has worked with English- and Spanish-speaking clients. Her background includes 21 years in the U.S. Army Reserves supporting service members and families.
What credentials and region does she represent?
She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work from Boston University and is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) in Rhode Island.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish to accommodate bilingual clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether sessions are in person, phone, or video.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist scheduling. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Gladys?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.