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Ileana Gallegos, LCSW

  • Experience7 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • LanguagesEnglish and Spanish
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About Ileana

Ileana Gallegos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California who draws on seven years of clinical experience to support people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and ADHD.

Background and approach

She weaves respect, sensitivity, and compassion into her work, helping clients explore difficult emotions and life transitions while centering their individual strengths and values.

Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns beyond core mood and trauma issues, including compassion fatigue, attachment and abandonment challenges, body image and communication problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, infidelity, and the emotional impact of fertility, divorce, and family problems.

Ileana aims to tailor treatment plans to each person’s goals so the work feels relevant and manageable. Fluent in English and Spanish, she accepts international clients and offers flexible session formats to fit varied needs.

Prospective clients are invited to begin by completing a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling according to availability, with subscription-based sessions that may be canceled at any time.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Many clients find benefit in evidence-based techniques that focus on present challenges and skill-building. One common approach emphasizes practical coping skills and behavioral strategies to reduce anxiety and manage stress, helping people build routines and respond differently to triggers. Another widely used method targets processing of trauma and emotional pain through structured interventions aimed at reducing symptoms and improving daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques match their needs, goals, and preferences. This exploration may include trying different strategies and adjusting the plan over time so clients feel the work is aligned with their values and life circumstances.

Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access support from different locations and at varied times. These formats can help accommodate busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or physical limitations while keeping therapy consistent and responsive to changing needs.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Ileana address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulty, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, ADHD, and related issues such as compassion fatigue, attachment and abandonment concerns, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, focusing on collaborative, personalized treatment planning that honors each person’s strengths and goals.
How many years has she practiced?
She has seven years of professional experience as a licensed social worker supporting clients through a range of emotional and interpersonal challenges.
What credentials and location information are provided?
She holds the LCSW credential and is based in California. The credential listed is CA LCSW LCSW99167.
Can therapy be done in languages other than English?
Yes, sessions are available in English and Spanish, and she also accepts international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions based on the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

LGBTCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Spanish

What Ileana can help with

Ileana Gallegos works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression.

Ileana works with individuals.

Ileana works with stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma and abuse.

Experience and training

Ileana is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California, with 7 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

Ileana aims to support you on your journey toward greater well-being and fulfillment.