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- ACT
- CBT
- Gottman Method
About Galina
LCSW in California with 17 years of experience, Galina Storozhenko helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. She works in English and Russian. Galina emphasizes the client as the expert on their own life and uses therapy to build on existing strengths.
Her approach mixes practical, evidence-based methods. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and commit to meaningful actions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thought and behavior patterns that maintain distress. She also incorporates Client-Centered techniques to keep the client's perspective central.
Galina addresses a wide range of related concerns, including abandonment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication problems, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and isolation. She also supports people facing life-purpose questions, midlife transitions, workplace stress, panic attacks, social anxiety, and post-traumatic stress.
Sessions are focused on clear goals and practical skills. Clients can expect conversations that identify specific patterns, practice new skills, and plan small, manageable steps between meetings. The work balances exploring past experiences with present-focused strategies for coping and change.
Galina asks clients to bring honest questions and concrete examples of what they want to change. She helps set realistic short-term goals and tracks progress over time. The emphasis is on usable tools people can apply in daily life.
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How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and committing to small actions that align with those values. It can help when stress, anxiety, or life-purpose questions make it hard to move forward. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, panic, and mood problems. The Gottman Method concentrates on communication and interaction patterns in relationships and offers concrete skills to reduce conflict and improve connection.Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss options, try methods that fit the client’s goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Early sessions often include practical exercises and short experiments to see which techniques feel useful.
The biography does not specify supported session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when needed. It also lets people use strategies learned in sessions immediately in their daily routines. Licensed professionals adapt pacing, homework, and session structure so therapy fits each person's life and goals.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Russian
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, panic attacks, and workplace problems.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
She works with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and the Gottman Method. The choice of method depends on the client's needs and goals.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 17 years of professional experience. That includes work addressing trauma, relationship issues, and mood concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in California. Sessions are offered from California-based practice settings.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Russian. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details when you review session options.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process will guide next steps.
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