I am an experienced Maryland licensed therapist. I have many years working with adults in various stages of life. The people I have helped were living with severe trauma, grief, addiction, divorce, career indecisions, relationship, life adjustment, body image and family problems. When left unresolved, these issues can lead to depression, anxiety, panic and generalized sadness or uneasiness. Sometimes we get stuck and don't know the way out of problems and painful/uncomfortable feelings that just won't go away. That's when we need the support of someone who can help in a warm and caring environment.
You will find my approach to counseling is eclectic. What this means is, we can use a mixture of therapeutic tools based on your own needs. After all, we all have different backgrounds and have experienced different upbringings, cultures, religions, prejudices and home lives. So, after hearing your personal story and what you would like to achieve while here, you will have therapy that reflects your individual needs.
I thought you might like to know a little about the person you will be speaking with. When I'm not counseling, I'm most likely hiking with my two dogs, Baily and Emmy. I love being outdoors but not so much during the winter :) I'm married with 2 grown children and I have a grandson. Oh, and I love to cook. I find cooking for me is relaxing......it puts me in a peaceful zone!
Professional experience
11 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma, AbuseDepression
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Emptiness, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Gale Dollard. 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.
She always makes me feel like a priority when we are talking and that matters a lot.
Written on May 24, 2023 after therapy with Gale for 5 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Love Gale and I’m so grateful she’s been my voice of reason for the past 6-7 years
Written on Mar 09, 2023 after therapy with Gale for 3 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
She is very understanding. The first meeting I felt very comfortable with her. I appreciate her reaching out as well.
Written on Oct 01, 2022 after therapy with Gale for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Gale has been a tremendous support and I value her insights and outlook. She provides a supportive environment to feel heard and seen. Thank you, Gale!
Written on Jul 11, 2022 after therapy with Gale for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She has a good understanding of family life and helps me see things objectively.
Written on May 29, 2022 after therapy with Gale for 3 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Gale has been amazing in helping me. She goes out of her way to be there and show her clients she cares. She is clear that she is my therapist, not my friend, which is what I need, but at the same time, she took the time to make sure I had a session when I needed one, even when she was traveling. She is truly a skilled therapist.
Written on May 15, 2022 after therapy with Gale for 4 years and 4 months on issues concerning addictions, and eating disorders
You could not even imagine how over the years this person has stepped up and helped me in my family without me even seeing her face! Doing sessions over the phone have been a game changer! I could not imagine finding a better person to guide me through this dumb s*** lol! Much love and respect guys! Thank you Gale!!!!
Written on May 02, 2022 after therapy with Gale for 4 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Gale is very personable and I've had an easy time opening up to her.
Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
She's the best!
Written on Dec 24, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is the best.
Written on Dec 07, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 2 years on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Gale is a very good Listener, empathetic and offers constructive ways to work with my issues
Written on Oct 06, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Gale is wonderful. She's incredibly empathetic and I always feel comfortable discussing my concerns with her. She gives me helpful tools to work on the things I would like to improve, so I can keep learning between sessions. I always look forward to our sessions which is a first for me in therapy.
Written on Sep 21, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
I love Gale so much! She’s always friendly and professional. I’ve gained so much knowledge and she really knows her stuff. I have full trust and confidence in her.
Written on Aug 31, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
She is excellent.
Written on Jun 01, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Gale is kind and has a lot of wisdom. She responds well to what I share and challenges me to gain further insight in how I see things, feel things, and handle life’s most difficult situations. I appreciate her words and her support in the ups and downs of life.
Written on May 22, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
My sessions with Gale have been so helpful. She is causal & friendly yet professional. She listens really well and the coping mechanisms and cognitive exercises she suggests have helped me so much. I’m still healing and learning & am excited to see my progress continue with Gale’s guidance.
Written on Mar 18, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
THanks Gale for ur support. Again, thanks for taking me on again when I know ur case load was already hugeee.
Written on Jan 25, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Gale is able to relate to her clients and represents a testimony for the work she does to help others.
Written on Jan 24, 2021 after therapy with Gale for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Gale has been so kind and thoughtful. I truly enjoy my therapy sessions even when we talk about difficult things. I have made some positive changes since beginning therapy. I am so grateful to have met Gale. She has a calming non-judgmental approach that has helped me greatly.
Written on Dec 14, 2020 after therapy with Gale for 1 year and 4 months
Gale has be my saving grace during this quarantine. To have someone listen to my venting and complaints and not feel judged, I greatly appreciate that.
Written on Oct 21, 2020 after therapy with Gale for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Gale Dollard listen to me and is energetic and inspiring.
Written on Sep 23, 2020 after therapy with Gale for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Great listener! She provides insightful feedback as well as effective tools to assist you during your day-to-day
Written on Aug 16, 2020 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Gale is great. I feel very comfortable telling her anything. I don't feel judged and I feel like she gets me. She's quick to respond which is also great. I would highly recommend her.
Written on Mar 18, 2020 after therapy with Gale for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Gale is, by far, the best counselor I have ever worked with. She somehow always knows how to make sense of the chaos in my head. I am thankful to have someone like her in my life.
Written on Feb 05, 2020 after therapy with Gale for 9 months
Brilliant, kind, and knows how to get to the core of an issue at a pace that you're comfortable with.
Written on Dec 28, 2019 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Gale is an amazing counselor. She knows that not everything works for everyone, and has helped me find coping techniques to deal with my anxiety that work for me. She's a non-judgmental realist that I feel like I can talk to about anything.
Written on Dec 11, 2019 after therapy with Gale for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
While Gale has been my counselor for only the past few weeks, we have already built a good rapport. I feel as though I can trust her and her expertise. She not only listens well, but she also responds with thoughtful insight and recommendations. I look forward to continuing with her as my counselor.
Written on Oct 21, 2019 after therapy with Gale for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and self esteem
Gale Dollard is a very sweet woman. Right off the bat it was like she was in my head kind of guiding me in the direction I needed, she is unbiased and just a great person to talk to. I'm glad I get to have her as my counselor:)
Written on Aug 17, 2019 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She’s great!
Written on Apr 10, 2019 after therapy with Gale for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and self esteem
I absolutely enjoy working with Gale. She is very patient and understanding. If something is really bothering me, taking to Gale really calms me down.
Written on Apr 04, 2019 after therapy with Gale for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Gale has helped me (even in this short time) we have been talking. She helped me understand my problems. She helped push through what was holding me back. I write paragraphs to her, and she always is prompt to respond.
Written on Feb 28, 2019 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gale is very supportive of her patients. She listens and helps you build confidence in yourself if your struggling with certain situations.
Written on Jan 30, 2019 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Gale is incredibly supportive and validating as a counselor. I look forward to our sessions and trust her advice!
Written on Oct 11, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Gale is very helpful. She came into my life just the perfect time. I really needed professional help. She is very empathic, focused and devoted, very professional. It's very easy to talk to her. She is like a best friend or like a mother. She gives me the support I need and the help in guidance towards better mental and emotional heath.
Written on Sep 14, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, family, self esteem, and career
Working with Gale has been extremely beneficial for me. She is both understanding and empathetic. It is evident that she chose to be a therapist because she wanted to help people. She is strategic in her approach and makes sure to work at a pace that best supports her client's needs. Her responsive, thoughtful, and kind nature has been very helpful for a client like me who came in with a little hesitation.
Written on Sep 08, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Gale is so attentive and kind. She really pays attention to the things you say and truly understands how to help.
Written on Aug 25, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 1 month on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and eating
Gale is very competent in what she is doing as a counselor. I felt very relieved that from the beginning she was able to understand what my troubles were and she was able to provide me with helpful solutions to them. I’ve been very pleased with all of my interactions with Gail.
Written on Jul 16, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, self esteem, anger, and career
I love Gale- seeking counseling at all was scary but after a few messages I knew I had made a good choice. She is responsive, affirming, and gentle but informative.
Written on Jun 27, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I have been working with Gale for a few month now. I think it was a life transforming experience for me. She always offer guidance and support. Always listens and give me good advice using trusted scientific methods. I have been able to get a lot of the peace I needed thanks to her.
Written on May 28, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, eating, sleeping, and self esteem
Gale is perfect! I've never felt so understood and felt so much empathy from another therapist.
Written on May 23, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
As an expat living abroad (in a place where local options are few and far between), I have found working with Gale to be great. She listens, but isn't afraid to offer her opinion (which is an approach I appreciate, having dealt with one or two counsellors already). It's also obvious that she cares and she has a disarming approach. I would highly recommend her.
Written on May 10, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, family, sleeping, self esteem, and career
I am so happy to have found Gale. I never thought I would love having therapy. It’s such a great time and she listens to what I need.
Written on Apr 27, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, grief, and self esteem
I am new to counseling, and was extremely skeptical as to how much it could actually benefit me, but Gale has been such a good counselor I couldn't have asked for anything more. She's helped me through my rough times, when I felt I was alone and lost. Gale has helped me to take a step back and put all the issues I spoke to her about into perspective - Overall, I'm extremely happy that I got Gale as my first ever counselor as she's is FAB! Highly recommend her to anyone, without any hesitation.
Written on Mar 28, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, intimacy-related, and self esteem
As someone who has put off therapy for a long time, due to feeling shame for going to one for some reason, this site has been very helpful for me. My counselor does not judge me in anyway, and provides me with useful short and long term advice. I am not doing perfectly, however I am doing so much better than before counseling. Who knows where I would be if I didn't take the chance to try therapy.
Written on Mar 16, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, grief, and anger
Gale is such a great listener and cheerleader! I am so helpful she will help me be more confident and meet my therapy goals!
Written on Feb 20, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating, self esteem, and career
Gale is a godsend. I feel as though I’m talking to my best friend except I know Gale is going to give me advice that isn’t based off what I want to hear. She remembers the ins and outs of my life, names, events... all of it. It’s actually amazing! I love talking with Gale- even if it’s not some breakthrough conversation. She’s someone I can converse with who gets me and is knowledgeable in the same areas. I really hit a home run being matched with her!
Written on Feb 05, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship, trauma and abuse, eating, anger, and bipolar
I’ve only had a couple of sessions with Gale so far but have been extremely pleased. She made me feel comfortable and right at home almost from the first moment that we met. She has been attentive, professional and extremely helpful and I look forward to continuing to use her experience and expertise to help me navigate through my bipolar life.
Written on Jan 27, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and bipolar
Gale is extremely sweet, has an amazing sense of humor, and is such a good listener. She is very knowledgeable in a lot of different areas and has helped me tremendously.
Written on Jan 12, 2018 after therapy with Gale for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt
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