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Galina Storozhenko

Galina Storozhenko

LCSW

California

Calm, practical therapy for lasting change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, California / 121132
Experience
17 years
Languages
English, Russian
Location
California

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    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Strengths focused
    • English and Russian

    About Galina

    Galina Storozhenko is a licensed clinical social worker with 17 years of experience who uses a patient-centered approach to help people feel steadier and more hopeful. She emphasizes listening first, then working with each person to build on their strengths and goals. Her style is practical and respectful, aimed at steady progress rather than quick fixes.

    Galina helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, and the effects of trauma and abuse. She also supports those dealing with abandonment, caregiver strain, chronic illness or pain, and workplace problems. Sessions focus on clear steps a person can try between meetings and on recognizing everyday strengths.

    Her work draws on Motivational Interviewing to support change when someone feels stuck, and on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people move toward what matters to them. She also uses elements of cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered listening to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that get in the way.

    Galina approaches therapy as a collaboration. She helps clients set realistic goals and practices skills during sessions. Progress is tracked in simple ways so people can see what’s shifting.

    She provides services in California and works in English and Russian. Prospective clients who want to start are asked to complete the brief intake steps outlined on her profile before scheduling.

  2. How these approaches guide online sessions

    Galina uses Motivational Interviewing to help people resolve mixed feelings about change. This approach focuses on gentle conversation that explores goals and builds internal motivation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, is used to help people notice difficult thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values. ACT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and finding direction during life transitions.

    She aims to find the right mix of approaches together with each person. Early sessions focus on what matters to the client, current obstacles, and practical goals. From there she will suggest techniques to try and adapt them based on feedback and progress, so therapy becomes a collaborative process.

    The original biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm available session options before booking. Many people find online sessions help them fit therapy into workdays, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when appropriate. Therapists can also adjust session pacing, homework, and skill practice to match a person’s daily life and goals.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    17+ years

    Listed in

    California

    Languages

    English, Russian

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does she help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse. The practice also addresses problems like chronic pain, caregiver stress, isolation, and workplace difficulties.

    How would you describe her therapeutic style?

    Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens first, highlights strengths, and helps people try small steps that support change.

    What is her background and experience?

    She has 17 years of professional experience in clinical social work. That time has included work with mood disorders, panic, post-traumatic stress, and communication problems.

    What are her credentials and where is she located?

    She holds LCSW credentials and is licensed in California as a clinical social worker.

    Which languages can sessions be held in?

    Sessions are offered in English and Russian. International clients are not currently accepted.

    What session formats are offered?

    The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current options on the booking page before scheduling.

    How does cost and billing 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 her?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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