Anakaren Galarza, MA, NCC, ALMFT

The therapy process is unique to every individual due to their experiences, how they process emotions and how they are able to find solutions for any challenge that the individual is struggling with. My goal is to provide individuals the space where you can feel supported, heard, and understood on the challenges they are encountering.

I work with individuals to build on their strengths and foster positive changes. I am a dedicated Couple and Family Therapist with my willingness to help couples and families develop and nurture successful relationships. I work with couples to increase respect and intimacy, ultimately creating a space for honesty and understanding within the context of their relationship. I also work with families to understand patterns of interactions and to determine what changes need to happen for a strong family unit. I am looking forward to help people at an individual level as well.

I gained experience working with school aged children at the Montessori School, working primarily with middle school students presenting with anxiety, depression, and other emotional difficulties to develop social-emotional skills. My areas of interest are Relationship Issues, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Adjustment disorder, Life Transitions, Trauma, and Grief and Loss.

I completed my Master’s Degree in the Couples and Family Counseling graduate program at Northeastern Illinois University. I am a National Certified Counselor ( NCC). I have Training in Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Gottman Method- Level I.

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