Dr. Ben Gallenson, Psy.D.
Introduction
Do you replay conversations in your mind, worry that a small mistake changed how others see you, or feel like a burden when asking for reassurance? Many high-achieving people struggle with this kind of internal pressure, often appearing fine on the outside and internally exhausted from holding it all together. I’m Dr. Ben Gallenson, a CA-licensed clinical psychologist who helps high-achieving professionals and graduate students gain more control over cyclical thought loops that keep them disconnected from the life they want to be living. I don't believe in excessively large caseloads, productivity-driven therapy metrics, or superficial fixes. Self-sufficient and ambitious individuals often come to therapy after many attempts to change patterns of self-doubt and perfectionism on their own and tend to thrive in therapy that is nuanced, focused, and personalized just for them. My style is warm, collaborative, and structured. We will work together to understand what is keeping you stuck, develop a clearer clinical picture of the road forward, and identify practical ways to create meaningful change. I draw from research-backed approaches, such as CBT, ACT, and ERP, to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and learn practical skills you can confidently apply to many problems in your life. If you are ready to make a change or you are curious about what therapy feels like with me, schedule a free consultation today.
Highlights
- Accepting new clients
- Available on nights & weekends
- Offers free consultation
- Telehealth appointments
- Accepts insurance
Licenses
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Psy. D. #PSY34823 (CA)
Specialties
Additional focus areas
Treatment Approaches
Population focus
Appointment types
- Individuals
Communities
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LGBTQIA+
Age groups
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Young Adults (18-24)
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Adults (24+)
Languages
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English
Free intro call available
Pay with insurance
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Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Pay out-of-pocket
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Psychiatric Intake Evaluation $350
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45-Minute Psychotherapy Session $200
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60-Minute Psychotherapy Session $250
Locations
Professional Information
Education
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Post-doctoral Fellowship, Clinical Psychology - Loyola Marymount University
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Doctoral Degree, Clinical Psychology - Pepperdine University
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Psychology Internship, Clinical Psychology - Veteran Affairs Medical Center West Palm Beach Psychology Internship
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Master's Degree, Clinical Psychology - Pepperdine University
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Bachelor's Degree, Clinical Psychology - Loyola Marymount University
Certifications
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ACT
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CBT
Professional Affiliations
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American Psychological Association (APA)
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California Psychological Association
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Society for Military Psychology (Division 19)
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Psychologists in Independent Practice (Division 42)
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Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity (Division 44)
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Los Angeles Psychological Association
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Society of Clinical Psychology
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