Gelila Mulugetta, LPCC — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Gelila!

I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative and grounded in CBT.

My focus

I work with adolescents and adults of all ages and support those navigating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, postpartum concerns, and burnout.

My approach

My approach is tailored to you as an individual. I draw from several evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solutions Focused Therapy (SFT).

My communication style

My communication style is warm and casual. I’m here to support you whether we’re unpacking difficult emotions or acknowledging wins.

My goals for you

We’ll work together to figure out what matters most and map out your goals into manageable steps. We’ll explore what’s bringing you to therapy and what you’d like to see change in your relationships, work, or sense of self.

Our first session

Our first session is about creating a foundation while keeping your needs at the center. We’ll discuss the challenges you’re facing and what you hope to get out of therapy. I’ll ask some background questions, answer any of yours, and we’ll start identifying initial goals, so you leave with a sense of direction.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Behavioral Activation

Compassion Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master in Counseling (MC) from Loyola Marymount University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Gelila Mulugetta