Gabriel Kajeckas , MD, LCSW-C, LCSW

Gabriel Kajeckas, MD, LCSW-C, LCSW, is a Virginia-based clinician with 32 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family conflict, and the lasting effects of earlier trauma. He combines a deep understanding of addictive behaviors and family-of-origin dynamics with a strengths-based approach, helping individuals recognize and use their existing resources to work through current challenges.

Licensed to practice in Maryland and Virginia, Gabriel holds the credentials MD and LCSW variations. MD indicates a medical degree, and LCSW-C and LCSW are licensed clinical social worker credentials, reflecting specialized training in mental health care. His practice has encompassed a wide range of concerns including addictions within family systems, grief and loss, sleep and eating issues, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and difficulties related to life transitions.

Gabriel emphasizes practical, empathetic support and collaborative planning. He encourages people to take the first step toward help and acknowledges the courage that requires, offering guidance to translate personal strengths into meaningful change and improved day-to-day functioning.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Gabriel Kajeckas draws on evidence-informed approaches to address emotional and relational challenges in online settings. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current connections and emotional patterns; it helps people understand and shift interaction styles that affect trust, intimacy, and security. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors by teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, mood, and stress in daily life. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that supports people who are ambivalent about change, especially around addictions and health behaviors.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. Gabriel works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, adjusting techniques over time to match the client’s needs and progress.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage mobility or geographic constraints, and maintain continuity during life transitions. These options allow therapists and clients to focus on meaningful work together while accommodating different communication styles and practical needs.