Marlena Galippo, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Marlena Galippo

Focus areas

Anxiety

Disordered Eating

Stress

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Eating Disorder

Work-Related Counseling

Depression

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Christian Counseling

Eclectic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Asian, Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Marlena Galippo

Starting therapy can seem intimidating, but you are already making a big step by exploring options and providers. Most people share that I am gentle in nature, easy to talk to, and am motivated to help others discover and access their best selves. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem and body image concerns, life transitions, grief, and trauma. I have a collaborative approach, where we will work together to achieve your desired results. I regularly check in with each person at the end of sessions, exploring effectiveness and plans for next appointments. I welcome you to reach out whenever ready. I am here to provide a safe space and listening ears. My approach I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge negative and stuck beliefs and thoughts. I also use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills to find balanced ways of thinking and increase distress tolerance and ways of coping. In every session, I use Person Centered Therapy, as the focus is on each person’s needs. Some enjoy skills-based therapy, while others would like someone to emotionally join and actively listen and explore thoughts and feelings. I am here to tailor and create an approach that best works for you, and I will ask about it at our initial session. My focus Are you an adult and have been struggling with anxious thoughts, overthinking, and planning for worst-case scenarios? Do you struggle with feeling sad, hopeless, struggle getting out of bed, and moments of tearfulness? Have you recently lost someone, or are you anticipating the death of someone? Do you struggle with self-esteem and disordered eating patterns? Have you undergone a trauma that you continue to think about and replay in your mind? Are you undergoing a large life transition, such as getting married or remarried, divorced, moving, starting college, becoming a blended family, growing your family, or are you pregnant?

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Azusa Pacific University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1417462516

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Marlena Galippo?

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Is Marlena Galippo accepting new patients?

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What practice does Marlena Galippo work with?

Marlena Galippo works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Marlena Galippo?

Marlena Galippo frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Marlena Galippo on their profile.