Francis Joseph Gallego, LCSW
Therapist in California
Francis Joseph Gallego is a licensed clinical social worker in California with 22 years of experience.
- Licensed inCalifornia
- License61341
- NPI 1801055264
- Experience22+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Francis
Francis Joseph Gallego is a licensed clinical social worker in California with 22 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He also supports those facing grief, parenting strain, career stress, and identity questions related to LGBT and gender dysphoria.
He approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Sessions focus on the client's immediate needs while building understanding of long-standing patterns.
Background and approach
Francis adapts pacing and techniques to each person's situation rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan. His work draws on attachment-based principles to look at how early connections shape present relationships. He also uses client-centered methods to keep the conversation focused on the person's priorities.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools are used when practical skills can reduce distress or improve daily functioning. Over two decades he has worked in several regions including New York, Hawaii, and California. That background informs his attention to cultural humility, diversity, and the effects of systemic oppression on wellbeing.
He has experience supporting people affected by chronic illness, caregiving stress, and intergenerational trauma. In sessions Francis aims to create clear goals and realistic steps. People can expect a blend of listening, practical skill-building, and exploration of personal history.
He frames therapy as a collaborative process toward a more manageable, meaningful life.
Credentials
- LCSW (California)
- License 61341 · expires July 2027
- NPI
- 1801055264 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Francis lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hoarding
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Immigration issues
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Francis names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
How attachment work and practical therapies fit online
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds shape current relationships and emotional habits; online sessions can help people notice those patterns and try new ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, validation, and the client's own goals, giving space for the person to lead the work and set priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy offers concrete tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which translates well to short exercises and homework between sessions.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Francis will collaborate with each person to decide which methods suit their needs and goals. That process may blend listening, exploring past experiences, and introducing skill-based practices to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and needs. Video calls are useful when nonverbal cues matter, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit a break at work, and messaging lets someone check in between appointments or use brief text check-ins. These options make it easier to keep consistent sessions and work therapy into a busy life.
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Frequently asked
What concerns does this therapist address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting and career stress, and LGBT and gender dysphoria concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He combines respectful listening with practical interventions and tailors the pace to each person's needs while emphasizing cultural humility and inclusion.
What is his professional background?
He has 22 years of professional experience, having practiced in New York, Hawaii, and California, and has worked with people affected by chronic illness and intergenerational trauma.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - licensed in California.
Which languages are used in sessions and does he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.
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