Welcome — I’m Dr. Gallenson​!

I’m a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults navigating anxiety, overthinking, burnout, identity concerns, and the strain that comes with high expectations. Many of my clients function at a very high level but feel internally stretched, depleted, or disconnected. They come to therapy wanting relief, but also wanting to understand the patterns that keep them stuck—patterns that once helped them cope but now cost more than they give.

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I see therapy as a space where we examine these patterns with honesty and curiosity. My style is warm, engaged, and collaborative. I work to understand how you’ve learned to move through the world, how stress shows up in your body and relationships, and what gets in the way of feeling steady. Together, we tune into the internal signals that often get muted by pressure and performance—the anxious thoughts beneath your efficiency, the emotional strain behind constant striving, and the deeper self that’s been overshadowed by coping.

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How I Work

My approach blends evidence-based interventions with depth-oriented therapy. You’ll find structure where it’s helpful—tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)—alongside deeper work that explores the emotional and relational themes shaping your experience. We examine what’s happening beneath the surface while building practical strategies that help you feel more grounded, clear, and in control of your life.

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I specialize in working with:

• High-achieving adults and professionals

• Individuals experiencing chronic anxiety or decision fatigue

• LGBTQ+ clients seeking affirming care

• College and graduate students under pressure

• People navigating burnout, relational stress, or perfectionism

• Adults seeking diagnostic clarity through psychological assessment

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Therapy with me is collaborative and active. We observe patterns as they emerge, understand where they come from, and develop new ways of relating to yourself and the demands around you. Insight and action inform each other, helping change take root in a realistic and sustainable way.

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My Training and Background

I earned my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and trained across university counseling centers, hospital settings, and VA medical centers. My clinical background includes extensive work with college populations, LGBTQ+ adults, neuropsychological and personality assessment, and evidence-based treatments for anxiety, stress, and trauma-related concerns. My training includes CBT, ACT, CPT, DBT, ERP, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and somatic approaches. My research has focused on peer support specialists with lived experience of mental illness and how their perspectives contribute uniquely to recovery from depressive disorders. This blend of clinical rigor and real-world experience allows me to hold the science of psychology alongside the human reality of it, offering treatment that is both grounded and deeply personal.

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If You’re Seeking Therapy in California

If you’re feeling stuck in patterns that no amount of achievement seems to shift, or if you’re ready to understand yourself with more clarity and compassion, I can help. My telehealth practice serves adults throughout California and offers a steady, collaborative space designed for thoughtful, high-functioning individuals. When you’re ready, reach out—we’ll work at a pace that feels intentional, supportive, and genuinely helpful.

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