Dr. Damaris Galarza, CA Psychologist 35490

Dr. Damaris Galarza is a bilingual licensed psychologist based in California. She helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Her style aims to give clients clear, practical tools they can use between sessions.

She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and habits to reduce distress. Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented, with steps and exercises that feel doable. Progress is measured by real changes in daily life rather than vague promises.

Her work also touches on related concerns like impulse control, codependency, workplace stress, and social anxiety. She brings attention to family of origin issues, multicultural concerns, immigration-related stress, and feelings of guilt or shame when these affect present-day functioning.

Dr. Galarza has 13 years of professional experience as a CA Psychologist, and she offers services in both English and Spanish. Her approach includes straightforward explanations, in-session practice, and action plans clients can try between meetings.

People who choose her tend to look for practical strategies and a steady, problem-solving approach. She can also provide targeted assessments such as psychosocial and cognitive evaluations when those are needed. If someone wants to learn new coping methods and build skills, she offers structured support to get started.

CBT and online therapy options

Dr. Galarza uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT gives concrete tools and homework exercises that aim to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and address addictive behaviors.

She keeps sessions focused and collaborative, working with each person to choose techniques that match their goals. Together they review what is working, adjust approaches, and set short-term steps so progress is clear and measurable.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls let people work face to face for skills practice and guided exercises. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is preferable. Live chat and text-based messaging provide a more flexible option for ongoing support between synchronous sessions.

Using these formats makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to follow up after difficult moments, and to practice new skills in real time. The therapist will help determine which combination of formats and techniques best suits each person’s needs and preferences.