I have been working in the mental health field for 6 years. I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology. I chose a career in mental health to assist others in maintaining a mentally healthy lifestyle. I have worked with children and adults who have symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, behavior disorders, depression, parenting problems, social issues, and more. I also work with military service members and their families when experiencing challenging times. My counseling style is warm and engaging. My treatment approach is that of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). However, every client is different; therefore, each treatment plan is tailored to accommodate the individual client's needs. I believe that it is important for individuals to understand the root of their issues and understand methods to recognize triggers, provide coping strategies, and allow them to see how their perspectives shape their view of the world. When changing their view, they positively change their behaviors.
Whether you seek change for a healthier, happier life or need a non-judgmental party, I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Love my therapist down I’d recommend her to everyone
Written on Mar 23, 2026 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and
Things are going well so far and I am excited to keep working through things with her
Written on Mar 09, 2026 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Octavia is warm and meets me where I am. She has the vision, resources & kindness to reach me. I thank God for her help.
Written on Feb 25, 2026 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Octavia has been a wonderful help in my time of crisis. This is the hardest event I have ever experienced, and I needed someone to guide me through all of the emotions, anxiety, anger, and more. She has been a calm in my storm, and has offered ways in which I can handle upcoming events that cause me anxiety and fear. I highly recommend Octavia.
Written on Jan 27, 2026 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Octavia has been kind and interested and intuitive about what’s happening in my world. I look forward to seeing her each week.
Written on Jan 20, 2026 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Octavia is amazing! She checks in on a regular basis even if you (the patient) don’t think you need to talk anymore! I highly recommend her!
Written on Dec 30, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and eating disorders
Shes been a great and caring therapist.
Written on Dec 29, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thank you BH for matching me. I was looking for years for someone to understand and listen and not just shove me into a category or give me medication I didn’t need or want. Everything I feel is addressed and Octavia does not pull punches. She’s kind, fair, wise and everything I need. You want someone like this guiding you while discovering your emotions thru life
Written on Dec 05, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties
Octavia is amazing. She is very knowledgeable and down to earth. Not once have I felt judged or misunderstood by her. She listens and relates to what I am saying without ever invalidating me. Wonderful human
Written on Oct 21, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I’ve only been having sessions for a short while but our sessions are something I always look forward to. Ms. Octavia helps me face myself and helps guide me so I can understand myself better to find my own answers. Definitely need this
Written on Oct 21, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
I only started my deconstruction but Octavia has been extremely helpful in getting me to open up truthfully and honestly. I couldnt ask that from anyone before. She's definitely one in a million.
Written on Oct 14, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Fabulous
Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
I have had a wonderful experience with my therapist, Octavia. She is incredibly professional while still making each session feel personal and tailored to my needs.
Octavia has a unique ability to challenge me in positive ways, and I always leave our sessions feeling motivated and eager to share my progress at our next meeting.
Although I have only been seeing her for a short period, I have no intentions of stopping anytime soon. The support, skills, and experience she offers are invaluable to my well-being. I truly believe that in order to become better and do better in my life, I need to keep showing up and applying the insights and strategies she provides. I am grateful to have Octavia as my therapist and look forward to continuing this journey together!
Written on Oct 03, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I greatly appreciate Olivia, she is the perfect therapist for me. With Olivia I know I don't have to hide, I can be upfront about everything, I don't have to feel ashamed about anything, she helped me to see myself with unconditionally loving eyes. I would recommend Olivia to all my family and friends.
Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Octavia is amazing. She is great at guiding me to a topic because I never know where to start or what to discuss. She asks great questions that guide me to discuss the important issues. Once on the topic, she gives great advice and is very helpful even outside of our meetings. A genuine caring person who is not afraid to tell me when I’m wrong.
Written on Aug 15, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management
Octavia is open, easy to talk to and provides good reflective questions to help you identify your needs. I'm so happy I spent extra time to find her as she is above other therapists.
Written on Aug 11, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
I feel understood and listened to
Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Octavia helped me figure out what I needed to do in order to feel better! She lighted my path in order for me to see where I needed to go. I am in a good position because of her.
Written on May 28, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and anger management
Octavia is awesome!!! Her support has been incredibly helpful. She has taken my concerns seriously and had several options and perspectives to help me face my challenges. I never expected to be any more then a number when I started therapy. But her conversation style and checkins have helped me incredibly to feel human and lay to rest my doubts in therapy.
Written on May 28, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Since I started therapy I was kinda nervous, but I look forward to talking to Octavia every session! She has helped think differently and actually become a better person! I love every session I have with her, and so glad I got match with her!!
Written on May 05, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
I love speaking Octavia, I feel like I’m in a safe space and I can just be me authentically and judgement free. I always feel good after a session.
Written on Apr 08, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adh
Octavia is very knowledgeable, understanding and compassionate and this is only after one session.
Thank you Octavia.
Written on Mar 06, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and adhd
Octavia is kind, helpful and understanding
Written on Feb 27, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Octavia is compassionate and makes me feel heard. I am so glad to have the opportunity to continue learning from her.
Written on Feb 03, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Dr. Gallon is so transparent and very receptive to what it is that I want and need to accomplish. She’s listens and always has a heart that is shown through her words. She provides safety and a level of confidence that I haven’t been able to find elsewhere. Definitely recommend her to others.
Written on Jan 27, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Octavia has been amazing, helping me uncover things I was hiding from myself and improving my relationship with my myself and my partner. Despite my traumatic past, she never lets it define me but helps me understand its impact on my future and relationships. Her advice is compassionate, practical, and empowering, giving me healthy ways to persevere. I’m so grateful for her guidance!
Written on Jan 10, 2025 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Octavia listens and walks me through issues and how to navigate difficult situations
Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Octavia has been incredible!!
Written on Nov 20, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
So far, so good. I'm happy that I found her.
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Octavia is understanding and meets you were your at.
Written on Sep 06, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Octavia stimulates my mind and helps me understand how my mind works. She does it in a calm way, she’s not judgmental and she doesn’t rush me. I appreciate her gentle approach.
Written on Jul 13, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I love working with Octavia. Not only does she really listen, she helps keep me on track with my goals. 100/10 recommend!
Written on Jun 25, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
She does fantastic!
Written on Apr 25, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Having Octavia as my therapist has been a blessing. I don’t have enough words to describe why.
Written on Apr 07, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
She has changed my life.
Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 3 years on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
I love this woman!!! She is a beautiful soul
Written on Feb 02, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I am incredibly grateful to have Octavia as my therapist. She has been truly amazing, always attentive, and genuinely listens to my concerns. Not only does she provide insightful tools for coping and personal growth, but she also goes above and beyond to ensure our communication is flexible and effective. I appreciate her dedication and the positive impact she has had on my well-being, even after a couple of sessions. Thank you, Octavia, for being such a supportive and understanding guide on my journey.
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Thank you for pairing me with Octavia. She is perfect for me.
Written on Dec 25, 2023 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Octavia has given me hope to change my perspective. I really appreciate her feed back and that she absolutely hears what I say. She is very easy to talk too and I definitely recommend her.
Written on Sep 26, 2023 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Octavia has always been pleasant, respectful and understood my concerns. Therapy has paved a road for a new mindset and good mental health thanks to Octavia.
Written on Aug 12, 2023 after therapy with Octavia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coaching
Octavia is empathetic and truly always brings a new perspective that’s needed as I process some of the things that are extremely mentally and emotionally challenging for me.
Written on Jul 10, 2023 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
The best therapist I’ve had so far, helped me achieve a lot of goals I’ve been struggling with.
Written on Apr 05, 2023 after therapy with Octavia for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
Octavia! She listens & really kindly intentionally answers back. She’s very empathetic & I am so grateful for that. She also gives realistic examples & her “feeling words” check in’s have really helped me pay more attention to myself along with being more kind to myself.
Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I love her! She is professional with her work and always give me different perspectives on thoughts and emotions. She would also provides worksheets relating to my problems which I found them to be considerate and helpful. I definitely recommend her to anyone who is having family problems and self esteem issues.
Written on Feb 01, 2023 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I loved Octavia's approach to therapy. She started sessions by asking me to describe my feelings that day, and for me that made me introspect immediately and start thinking about my feelings and my needs. I really appreciated her patience and the healing advice she's given me. Her affirmations helped me grow and see the positive in myself.
Written on Jan 04, 2023 after therapy with Octavia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
I feel so lucky to have Octavia as a therapist. I was shocked that the website matched so on point, the first try. She has been very helpful to me.
Written on Dec 01, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 3 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Octavia is extremely easy to talk to. She immediately made me feel comfortable and listens without judgement. She gives me concrete ways to work through any issues I'm having.
Written on Jul 14, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, eating disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Octavia is a very understanding person, made me feel comfortable from the very first day. I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Jul 14, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 6 months on issues concerning depression, self esteem, and anger management
I’ve enjoyed our appointments
Written on Jul 13, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She has been exactly what I needed. I've felt like I can be honest about difficult topics. I've felt pushed to take responsibility for my life and I really look forward to her guidance and input every week. She's also very inspirational.
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and adhd
She really so far has asked me really good questions that really make me dig deep into my emotions and thoughts and I really enjoy talking to her!
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
So far I really enjoy the sessions with Octavia and I feel it already helped me uncloud my mind, open my heart and be more peaceful
Written on May 24, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
My life was all over the shop before I started working with Octavia. She's fantastic and really listens. Highly recommend her and so grateful that I found her. Helped me tremendously and I'm better for going on the therapy journey with her.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Octavia has been a God-sent! She provides a safe, judgement free environment where I feel seen, heard, understood and challenged.
Written on Apr 07, 2022 after therapy with Octavia for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I've only had a few interactions thus far but I am very comfortable and feel positive about the future with her by my side.
Written on Dec 19, 2021 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Absolutely love her, she listen understands and is patient with my rambling. She makes herself available to days and times that work around my schedule. She reaches out to me to just check on me which is nice. She goes above and beyond her oath which makes her very special
Written on Oct 14, 2021 after therapy with Octavia for 4 weeks
Octávia is aan empathetic, warm and caring counselor who expertly uses examples from her own life to put your own experience into perspective. She is wise and gives very useful practical tips to address every day challenges. Our sessions feel effortless but I always leave with concrete strategies and tactics that I can immediately implement in my life. She also always follows up with a short summary of the most important things we discussed, which is very helpful to keep accountability! Would highly recommend!
Written on Oct 11, 2021 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Octavia allowed me to freely express myself and made me feel understood. I appreciated her ability to make me feel validated but also helping me take accountability. She was what I needed and help set me on my healing journey.
Written on Jul 12, 2021 after therapy with Octavia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
I really like working with Octavia. She is direct and to the point, which I am appreciative of.
Written on May 05, 2021 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and self esteem
She is very helpful
Written on Jan 23, 2021 after therapy with Octavia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Octavia is a great resource and creates specific action plans based on your sessions which I think was invaluable, sometimes therapy feels like you're just talking and paying someone to listen BUT not with her - I felt like I was sitting with an expert that loves what she does and was sharing actual tools I can use to work toward my goals. Very grateful for her!
Written on Dec 28, 2020 after therapy with Octavia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues
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