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Emily Gallagher, LISW

Ohio LISW specializing in trauma and relationships
  • Trauma and family work
  • CBT and Gottman methods
  • Support for women and parents

About Emily Gallagher

Emily Gallagher is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio with 18 years of clinical experience helping women, couples, and parents navigate trauma, anxiety, relationship strain, and major life transitions. She combines practical skills from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused approaches with relational work such as the Gottman Method to address patterns that affect intimacy, communication, and family functioning.

Her practice centers on trauma-informed care for individuals and couples, exploring how past experiences influence current challenges at home, at work, and in relationships. Emily has extensive experience supporting struggling marriages, and over time she has helped many partners find new ways to relate that can restore hope and improve daily life. She also works individually with women who are coping with anxiety and related symptoms.

Beyond core specialties such as depression, grief, parenting, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and career concerns, Emily offers focused support for issues including adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, body image, fertility concerns, and family of origin difficulties. Her clinical toolkit includes client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), the Gottman Method for couples, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused interventions.

Emily brings a personal perspective to her work as a married mother of four school-aged children, and she draws on nearly two decades of experience working with families and partners to create collaborative, practical paths forward. She holds the LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker, and is licensed to practice in Ohio. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Emily Gallagher have?

Emily Gallagher has 18 years of experience working with women, couples, and parents on issues such as trauma, anxiety, relationships, and family challenges.

Is Emily Gallagher a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details are OH LISW I.0900095-SUPV.

In which languages does Emily Gallagher provide therapy?

Emily provides therapy in English.

Where is Emily Gallagher located?

Emily is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Emily Gallagher as my therapist?

You can work with Emily through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Emily Gallagher work with international clients?

Emily Gallagher does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Emily Gallagher cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

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One major benefit of remote care is flexibility - people can connect in the way that fits their schedule and comfort level, choosing from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or messaging. This range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care and to fit therapy into work, family, and other commitments.

Licensed professionals deliver therapy through these modalities, and many people find they can build a strong therapeutic relationship even when they are not in the same room as their therapist. If the therapeutic fit is not ideal, therapists can be changed to find a better match, helping each person find the right approach and provider for their needs.

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