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“The Secret of change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new.”- Socrates. Many of us were conditioned to accept and live with situations in our lives that we wanted to change but felt we could not or did not know how to. By seeking out counseling support, you have taken the first step to respond and not react and change your emotional climate.
I am Gala Oliver-Singh, and over the past 17 years I have had the privilege to witness numerous transformations occur when people just like you have taken the risk to have a different relationship with change by responding instead of reacting and be in trust instead of distrust with change. When we do our transformational work, we can experience the gifts of growth, joy, and opportunity that these changes are here to teach us.
I decided to become a Licensed Professional Counselor when I was a client, doing my own transformational work. This profession has provided an opportunity for me to help other people do their transformational work and learn to tell and live new stories that reflect the positive choices and changes they want to experience in their lives presently. My goal in pursuing a Master’s degree in Counseling and Guidance from Louisiana Tech University was to use what I’ve learned in turmoil to actively bring others to a better position in their lives.
I have worked in a variety of settings with many different client groups. I have a demonstrated passion for and commitment to educating and empowering individuals and groups that have been historically marginalized, stigmatized, and oppressed, specifically ethnic, and sexual minorities.
I have facilitated personal growth support groups for LGBTQ (Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer) young adults and served as a mental health consultant addressing identity development and the coming out process at a Safe Zone Training. I have provided individual, family, and group mental health therapy for children, adolescents and adults in outpatient clinic and community settings; provided individual and family therapy, intervention and support services to parents and students as a school-based mental health therapist; and was responsible for counseling, educating and empowering battered women and their children to make choices that result in safe, independent and violence-free lives in my position as a domestic violence family counselor.
My approach to healing, wellness, and mental health is client-centered, relational, and based on a flexible, collaborative approach. The goal of our counseling relationship will be to identify healthy new behaviors that you choose and to incorporate them into your life. I am here to help support, inspire, and motivate you to make those changes. Together, let’s create a healing, non-judgmental, safe environment to help you transform and live your best life.
SPECIALTIES:
• Ethnic and sexual identity issues (multicultural issues; LGBTQ issues)
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Relationship issues
• Youth development and adjustment (young adult counseling)
Also experienced in:
Parenting issues, Family conflicts, Coping with life changes, Career difficulties, Life purpose, Self-care
Clinical approaches:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy
Additional areas of focus:Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Blended Family Issues, Communication problems
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Gala Oliver-Singh. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Gala is kind and funny! Makes you feel right at home on the first session. She is very knowledgeable and has a gentle way of guiding you through difficulties, while being a truthful perspective about the situation. I have love the last few months the with her and find it very helpful seeing her once a week!
Written on Jan 10, 2024 after therapy with Gala for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Absolutely awesome and has helped me completely transform my life and mental health
Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Gala for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is the best!
Written on Oct 25, 2023 after therapy with Gala for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
When I started this journey, I wasn't sure what to expect. Gala has made this self-care process so worth it! Each time we meet it's like hanging with an old friend .. I've laughed, cried & learned so much about myself (& her). I'm so grateful to have met & have her as my guide on this path of learning & understanding 'me'.
Written on Feb 14, 2023 after therapy with Gala for 11 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
Gala is EXCELLENT. She has been patient, understanding and flexible in working through all of our conversations.
Written on Jan 17, 2023 after therapy with Gala for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Awesome, amazing, and available.... superwoman
Written on Dec 19, 2022 after therapy with Gala for 1 year
kind and thoughtful without any judgement.
Written on May 14, 2022 after therapy with Gala for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
She makes this world better.
Written on May 11, 2022 after therapy with Gala for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and coaching
Gala is a compassionate, empathetic, respectful, and highly-skilled therapist. With her help I have made leaps and bounds with my mental health and relationships that I did not think were possible. Give this woman a raise!
Written on Feb 14, 2022 after therapy with Gala for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Gala is the best! She really gets me, listens to me, hears me, and offers astute advice. My time with her so far has been really helpful.
Written on Jan 31, 2022 after therapy with Gala for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Although I was nervous about finding a therapist through an app, Gala has been everything I hoped for and more. She meets me where I am and makes me feel comfortable enough to explore intimate topics. She does a great job of relating to me and helps me feel seen and safe in her care.
Written on Dec 05, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Gala has truly changed my life for the better in ways I was hoping for through therapy, but wasn't able to achieve until I found them. I feel comfortable, and Gala is incredibly easy to talk to about subjects I've never talked about with anyone else. If I ever get stuck on a thought, or confused by something, Gala pivots to adjust and helps me process anything and everything. Their insight and kindness is boundless. My life is x10 better all thanks to them and their work.
Written on Oct 11, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Lovely person with a big heart.
Written on Sep 13, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Amazing therapist!’
Written on Aug 20, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 9 months
I’m always looking forward to my next session with Gala. I feel relief knowing she is there and that I am supported by a trusted professional in my life. At different points in time, Gala has occupied the role of advisor, mentor, and friend on an as-needed basis. I would say there is a strong benefit to locating a counselor who understands you and your world view and who is someone you can be real with. I am happy to say that I feel this connection with Gala. With this trust we’ve built, it gives me confidence to work through some tough challenges in my life. Thank you!
Written on May 13, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Gala has been the best for my healing process. So thankful for her advice.
Written on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Gala is the best of the best. I’m so happy to have her in my corner.
Written on Mar 15, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gala has helped me restore my faith and trust in myself. She is genuine and easy to talk to. I would recommend her to any one.
Written on Jan 18, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gala is amazing! She’s been helping me work through my emotions and teaching me that I need to take time for myself. I’ve been feeling a lot better since I’ve started counseling with her and I’m very grateful!
Written on Jan 15, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Gala has helped me tremendously over these last few months. She’s kind, courteous, funny, and always allows me to speak my mind with no judgement. I would recommend her to anyone
Written on Jan 08, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I love working with Gala she is amazing and tells me exactly what I need to hear and not what I want to hear...she’s learned me very quickly and listens to me and helps me to feel better and make better choices. I wouldn’t trade her for nobody! I’m coping much better bc of Gala’s consultations with me!
Written on Jan 07, 2021 after therapy with Gala for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Amazing advice.
Written on Dec 13, 2020 after therapy with Gala for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Gala was incredibly helpful for me while I was trying to get my life in order; she always reminded me of the positive strides I was making, and she taught me quite a few simple techniques to make my anxieties miniscule. I would easily recommend her to anyone I know that needs help with depression, panic, or anxiety.
Written on Nov 30, 2020 after therapy with Gala for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I really enjoy talking to Miss Gala Oliver-Singh. It is so easy to open up to her.
Written on Oct 23, 2020 after therapy with Gala for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
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