About Me

 

At any stage of your life, transformation is possible

You might feel locked into a certain life—like you always end up in the same place despite your best efforts. Maybe you’ve been successful in certain parts of your life, but in other ways, you feel lost. Perhaps you’ve even started to wonder, “Is there something wrong with me? Am I broken somehow?”

Hi, I’m Lisa Gallo and I’m glad you’re here

I am often asked, “How can you listen to people’s problems all day?” I am passionate about this work because I see people just like you change every day.  I want you to know that there is hope.

I have over 25 years of experience working in mental health. My clients come to me because they want to feel happier in their dating life, relationships and careers. They may want to figure out why they struggle to sleep and feel hopeless that it will ever get better. They want to step out of patterns that keep them from living their best life. They don’t want their past to dictate their future.

If this sounds like you, let’s get started.

 

Real-life feedback combined with the latest research in the field of mental health counseling

I have found over the years that the best treatment is the treatment that works for you! There is no single perfect way. I get to know you in a warm and non-judgemental space where we can work together to help you achieve your goals.

 
 
 
 

Therapy combines emotional and physical health, relationships, spirit, community, and life purpose

It is about feeling your feelings, understanding your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, patterns, relationship style, needs, and desires to guide you towards your fullest potential.

We often go through life, pushing our emotions off to the side with distractions like work, phones, or TV.  We are good at thinking about our problems logically, but truly connecting with and releasing emotion is another story. With attention to pace, I work with my clients to get more comfortable with the discomfort of emotion.

My Training & Background

Here are some areas where I have special training or experience, as well as my professional background:

  • Over 25 years working in the field of mental health

  • Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in New Hampshire

  • Licensed Professional Counselor in Maine (LPC)

  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts (LMHC)

  • Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and Vocational Rehabilitation from the University of Massachusetts

  • Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT)

  • Certified EMDR Therapist

  • Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

  • Member of the New Hampshire Mental Health Counselor Association

  • Member of EMDRIA Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association

  • Participate in monthly consultation groups to refine my skills and expand my learning

Get started

If you’d like to get started, email me to set up a free 15-minute call, we will talk about your concerns and whether I’d be a good fit and answer any questions you may have. Or click below to learn more about individual therapy.