Monica Cristina Gallegos, LCSW

(She, Her, Hers)
Preferred Name: Monica

EMDR Certified Therapist

EMDR Consultant-in-Training

Online Therapy

About Me

Hello, I am Monica Gallegos, a licensed clinical social worker, an EMDR-certified therapist, a Consultant in Training (CIT), and an active Somatic Experiencing® Professional Training student. My mission is to support individuals in healing from challenging life experiences, whether in the past, present, or concerns about the future. As individuals, we all are in an ongoing development process, including our sense of who we are. As a CIT, I hope to support EMDR-trained clinicians in further developing their skills to become certified EMDR therapists. As a trauma-focused therapist, I believe that our bodies and minds are deeply connected. Our brains have a natural way of recovering from traumatic memories and events. Trauma, however, impacts the communication between mind and body, leading to experiences that affect our present and future. As an EMDR-certified therapist and SE Practitioner in Training, I utilize both EMDR and Somatic techniques to support healing. I aim to provide a safe, empathic, and non-judgmental setting. Only when we feel safe can we delve into our experiences and challenges and allow the space to heal and grow. My goal is to provide a safe, empathic, and non-judgmental setting.

Education & Experience

BA in Psychology- University of California, Irvine MA in Social Welfare- University of California, Berkeley

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

EMDRIA

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Issues
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Headaches/Migraines
  • Mood Disorders
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Somatic Issues
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • Immigrants

Language

  • English
  • Spanish

Insurance

  • Kaiser Permanente