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- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction concerns
- Direct feedback
About Michael
LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in California with 10 years of experience. Michael Gallese focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and self-esteem concerns. He uses direct, action-oriented work to help people change patterns that cause ongoing distress.
Michael draws on a decade in behavioral health, including roles as a behavioral health technician, case manager, and substance abuse counselor. That foundation shaped his practical view of what struggling looks like day to day, not just in charts. Sessions are straightforward and collaborative. He gives clear feedback and assigns work between appointments so progress continues outside the room.
He helps adults with relationship and attachment concerns, addiction-related problems, and responses to trauma or loss. In practice he addresses issues such as abandonment, codependency, communication problems, dissociation, family of origin issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation, mood problems, and post-traumatic stress.
Michael favors active interventions aimed at changing unhelpful patterns. Conversations are candid and focused on concrete steps people can try. He expects clients to take part in homework and practical exercises that reinforce sessions.
His experience across multiple behavioral health roles informs both assessment and treatment choices. People who have tried therapy before and felt something was missing may find his straightforward style useful. Sessions are conducted in English and follow California LPCC standards.
To begin, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details before booking, and follow the site's intake path to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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How his approaches translate to online care
Michael’s stated approach is evidence-based and action-oriented. Two common techniques that fit this description are cognitive-behavioral methods, which focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and are often used for anxiety, mood problems, and stress, and trauma‑focused work that addresses memories, avoidance, and symptoms after abuse or assault. Both approaches include concrete exercises and homework to practice between sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael treats approach selection as collaborative: he will review your goals, current difficulties, and preferences, then recommend steps to try. That recommendation can change as progress is made or new issues emerge.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Because the original biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the exact session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular appointments and to practice skills in real-life settings without needing to be physically present at an office.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and self-esteem. Additional focus areas include attachment, codependency, communication, dissociation, and mood problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a direct and collaborative approach. Conversations include candid feedback and practical homework between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of experience in behavioral health roles including behavioral health technician, case manager, and substance abuse counselor before becoming an LPCC.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPCC and practices in California. The credential is presented as LPCC and tied to California practice.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the subscriber location.
How do I start working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site's intake steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.