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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
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Gilson da Silva

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
3125 Bruton Boulevard, Suite A, Orlando, FL 32805
Let's Connect (407) 514-4470
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Gilson Da Silva is a bilingual Mental Health Counselor fluent in English and Portuguese. He is dedicated to supporting individuals, children, couples, families, and groups as they navigate life’s challenges and enhance their mental well-being. Through a collaborative and empathetic approach, Gilson works closely with clients to explore emotions, experiences, and goals. He helps them develop practical strategies for growth, resilience, and self-discovery while fostering a safe, open, and supportive environment. Gilson’s areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, aging, grief, parenting challenges, interpersonal relationships,
Gilson earned his Master’s in Arts of Counseling Psychology and Master’s in Divinity from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. He is trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, and Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM).
You don’t have to face this alone. Life can feel heavy, but healing begins when you take the first step. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported as you navigate life’s challenges. When you’re ready, reach out—I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward growth and peace.
Take the first step to help. Call or Gilson da Silva now - (407) 514-4470

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

First Orlando Counseling Center

3125 Bruton Boulevard

Suite A

Orlando, FL 32805 map

(407) 514-4470
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (407) 514-4470
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

First Orlando Counseling Center

3125 Bruton Boulevard

Suite A

Orlando, FL 32805 map

(407) 514-4470
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (407) 514-4470
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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (407) 514-4470

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Florida / IMH27317 Supervised by Kari Russo (Florida / MHC5041) Gilson Borges da Silva
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Master's in Arts of Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2015
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with American Counseling Association 6405884 / 2016
  • Membership with PSI CHI 22054772 / 2016
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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (407) 514-4470
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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (407) 514-4470

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Do these issues align with your needs? or (407) 514-4470
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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Do these issues align with your needs? or (407) 514-4470

5 Endorsements

Paula Sarai Navarro
Paula Sarai Navarro
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Gilson, is an amazing therapist! He knows how to help others!
Cj Varghese
Cj Varghese
Marriage & Family TherapistMAMSLMFT
Gilson, is really caring of his clients and loves what he does.
Cristina I. Ally
Cristina I. Ally
Licensed Mental Health CounselorLMHCRPTNCCQSEMDR
Gil has such great energy! We worked alongside each other at First Orlando Counseling Center and I continually valued his input during case conceptualizations. He also exemplifies Christian values while holding space for the reality of client humanity.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Portuguese
Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Portuguese
Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ARTherapy)
  • Christian Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Jungian
  • Narrative
  • Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Relational
  • RTM (Reconsolodation of Traumatic Memories)
  • Trauma Focused
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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (407) 514-4470
Photo of Gilson da Silva, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (407) 514-4470

Location

Primary Location

First Orlando Counseling Center

3125 Bruton Boulevard

Suite A

Orlando, FL 32805

(407) 514-4470

Nearby Areas

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Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (407) 514-4470
Photo of Gilson da Silva, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Gilson da Silva
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MDiv, MACO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (407) 514-4470