What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“I‚Äôm very grateful to have Julian as my therapist. He is always on time, caring, compassionate, and genuinely supportive. I can be honest with him without feeling judged. He has been a huge support in my sobriety and has helped me through difficult moments. I truly feel that he cares about my progress and wants to see me do well”
Less than 1 month ago
“Julian listens and is very intuitive, so it‚Äôs beneficial to be open and extremely honest about your feelings and emotions and how those things make you feel and impact your body. ... Dreams and all. He‚Äôs very good with couples counseling. We appreciate him”
Less than 1 month ago
About Bob Gelshtein
Focus areas
Behavioral Problems
Sex Therapy
Weight Management
Domestic Violence
Sleep Disorder
Work-Related Counseling
Self Esteem Issues
Sport / Performance Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Identity
Gender
MaleFaith
JewishEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Bob Gelshtein
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help clients manage stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm by reconnecting with their bodies and building nervous system resilience. My work blends evidence-based care with compassion and clarity.
My approach
I use a somatic and relational approach that integrates body awareness, mindfulness, and attachment-based therapy. We’ll explore stress, emotions, and life patterns at their root so you can feel more balanced, clear, and connected in daily life.
My focus
I work with adults, teens, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, or relationship challenges. My clients often seek deeper balance, emotional regulation, and healthier communication in both their personal and professional lives.
My communication style
Clients describe me as calm, grounded, and direct, yet sometimes playful. I bring warmth, honesty, and gentle challenge to help you explore difficult emotions safely and move through stress with confidence and clarity.
My journey to mental healthcare
My background in somatic psychology and performance coaching showed me how deeply stress affects both body and mind. Becoming a therapist felt like a natural next step to help others heal, reconnect, and find calm and confidence within life’s chaos.
My goals for you
We set clear, realistic goals that reduce stress and improve emotional regulation. Through awareness, body-based tools, and practical coping skills, I help clients build lasting change from the inside out.
My first session with you
Our first session is a chance to slow down, clarify what brings you in, and explore what’s been working or not. We’ll map your goals, discuss next steps, and begin grounding into a supportive, collaborative process.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California Institute of Integral Studies, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1043072242
Patient reviews
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I’m very grateful to have Julian as my therapist. He is always on time, caring, compassionate, and genuinely supportive. I can be honest with him without feeling judged. He has been a huge support in my sobriety and has helped me through difficult moments. I truly feel that he cares about my progress and wants to see me do well
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Julian listens and is very intuitive, so it’s beneficial to be open and extremely honest about your feelings and emotions and how those things make you feel and impact your body. ... Dreams and all. He’s very good with couples counseling. We appreciate him
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I’m very grateful to have Julian as my therapist. He is always on time, caring, compassionate, and genuinely supportive. I can be honest with him without feeling judged. He has been a huge support in my sobriety and has helped me through difficult moments. I truly feel that he cares about my progress and wants to see me do well
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Julian listens and is very intuitive, so it’s beneficial to be open and extremely honest about your feelings and emotions and how those things make you feel and impact your body. ... Dreams and all. He’s very good with couples counseling. We appreciate him
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Bob Gelshtein work with?
Bob Gelshtein works with Rula Health - Central CA.
What are common reasons for patients to see Bob Gelshtein?
Bob Gelshtein frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Bob Gelshtein on their profile.
What languages does Bob Gelshtein speak?
Bob Gelshtein speaks English.