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Melissa Gallagher

Therapist
11 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
  • Child or adolescent therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

When people reach out for therapy, it’s rarely because life is simple. It’s because something matters deeply such as a relationship, a marriage, their peace of mind, their child, or their own sense of self and what they’ve been trying isn’t working anymore.

I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, and couples who feel stuck in painful patterns. My approach is active, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help you not only understand what’s happening beneath the surface, but to develop concrete skills that create meaningful, lasting change.

My approach to therapy

Therapy with me is not passive. I ask thoughtful questions, provide direct feedback, and help you identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck.

What you can expect from me

Reaching out is simply the first step. Our initial conversation is an opportunity to see if we’re the right fit. If you’re ready for thoughtful guidance, practical skills, and a therapist who will both support and challenge you, I would be honored to work with you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    11 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at University of San Francisco
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Eating disorders, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Child or adolescent therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English