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Susan Gallagher

Compassionate, practical therapy for real-life change

LMHC Washington

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Grief, Anger, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Susan

Susan Gallagher is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Washington who bases her work in evidence-informed, action-oriented therapy.

Background and approach

Drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside acceptance-based and client-centered methods, she helps people explore patterns of thinking and behavior while building practical skills for coping with anxiety, depression, grief, and stress. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and gradual change rather than quick fixes.

With eight years of professional experience, Susan supports clients facing a wide range of concerns including self-esteem and motivation, anger, relationship and intimacy-related issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, career strain, and compassion fatigue. She also works with issues such as attachment and family of origin difficulties, body image and eating-related concerns, gender dysphoria, and caregiving stress.

Her style centers on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can examine feelings and test new ways of responding. Susan frames therapy as a partnership: she offers practical strategies and reflective listening while tailoring treatment to each person’s goals and life context.

She accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English, adapting format and pace according to what best supports progress.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and practical change

Online sessions with Susan draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address symptoms and values-based living. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, making it well suited for anxiety, depression, stress, and issues like anger or low self-esteem. ACT emphasizes accepting difficult internal experiences while committing to meaningful action, which can aid people facing grief, life changes, and chronic stress.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Susan works with each client to clarify goals, try different strategies, and adjust the plan based on what feels most helpful. That collaborative stance allows therapy to be tailored to personal preferences and evolving needs rather than relying on one fixed method.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit regular sessions into busy lives or across time zones. These formats support continuity of care, allow work on skills between meetings, and make it possible to access licensed professionals from a distance while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she commonly address?
Susan works with a broad array of concerns including grief and loss, anxiety and depression, stress, anger, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy-related issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style blends practical skill-building with empathic listening, using approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and acceptance-focused methods to help clients shift unhelpful patterns while honoring personal values.
What is her professional background?
She brings eight years of clinical experience working with people on mood, stress, and relational concerns and has developed a practice that emphasizes collaboration and measurable progress.
Where is she licensed and what credentials does she hold?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington with the credential WA LMHC LH60928297.
Can people who live outside the United States work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English for people residing outside the U.S.
What session formats are available with her?
Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with client location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

GriefAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English