Susan Gallagher , LMHC

Susan Gallagher is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with eight years of clinical experience. She specializes in helping people navigate grief and loss, manage anger, build self-esteem, and adapt to life changes. Her work also addresses ADHD, stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, bipolar and depressive symptoms, career challenges, and compassion fatigue, among other areas.

Susan emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach that invites honest sharing of thoughts and emotions. She aims to create an environment where individuals can explore motivation, regain confidence, and develop practical coping strategies for both everyday stressors and major transitions. Susan supports clients through a range of personal issues, including attachment and family of origin concerns, caregiver stress, body image and eating-related struggles, and gender or sexuality matters.

Recognizing that pursuing change takes courage, Susan helps clients set achievable goals and build skills that fit their values and circumstances. She offers steady encouragement and practical tools so clients can make meaningful progress toward a more fulfilling life.

Approaches That Shape Online Care

Susan often integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fight them. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space where the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own capacity for growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and increase coping ability.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Susan collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and life situation, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual's needs.

Online sessions offer flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain regular contact, fit appointments into busy schedules, and continue care across distances. Licensed professionals can deliver the same evidence-informed techniques remotely, allowing clients to work toward their goals from settings that feel most comfortable to them.