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Deanna Gale Emad, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Deanna is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

More about Deanna

  • 16 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I believe that you have already inside you all that you need to overcome, learn and grow from your challenges. I am seasoned in assisting you on your journey of self growth and awareness. I am grateful for the opportunity to support you in overcoming the areas in your life that are challenging you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am confident that it will be of great support so lets get started.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Coping with life changes Abandonment Adoption and Foster Care Aging and Geriatric Issues Attachment issues Blended Family Issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent Personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fatherhood Issues Fertility Issues Forgiveness Gender Dysphoria Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexual Assault and Abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy

Licenses

Deanna Gale Emad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033415427.

  • LMFT · California · 48266 · Expires January 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Deanna Gale Emad offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Deanna Gale Emad works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Deanna Gale Emad speak?

Deanna Gale Emad speaks English.

How many years of experience does Deanna Gale Emad have?

Deanna Gale Emad has 16 years of experience.

Where is Deanna Gale Emad licensed to practice?

Deanna Gale Emad is licensed to practice in California.

Does Deanna Gale Emad accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Deanna Gale Emad does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Deanna Gale Emad offer?

Deanna Gale Emad offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Deanna Gale Emad?

Deanna Gale Emad can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Deanna Gale Emad?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.