- Attachment based work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practices
About Gregory
Gregory Harbaugh is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 17 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, career questions, and a range of mood and identity concerns including LGBT and gender dysphoria issues.
Gregory draws on several practical approaches to therapy. He uses client-centered methods to help people talk through what matters most to them. He also applies cognitive behavioral ideas to notice and change thought and behavior patterns. Mindfulness practices are used to develop present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity.
Sessions are collaborative and focused on clear goals. Gregory emphasizes understanding how early attachment and current relationships affect feelings and choices. He notes that some problems respond quickly to skill-focused work, while others need more time to untangle deeper patterns.
He has experience working in community clinic settings and private practice in California. That background included team-based care alongside medical and psychiatric practitioners, and ongoing continuing education to stay current with clinical methods.
Outside of therapy Gregory has creative interests in songwriting and music. He asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to get started. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time and costs vary by location.
How Gregory’s approaches translate to online work
Gregory uses attachment-based ideas to look at how early and current relationships shape present feelings and patterns. This approach helps with relationship struggles, intimacy questions, and understanding recurring emotional responses.He also uses client-centered methods that prioritize the client's concerns and pace. That means conversations focus on what the client brings and progress is driven by their goals and values.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is another common element in his work. CBT breaks down thoughts, feelings, and actions into manageable steps and teaches concrete skills for anxiety, depression, and stress management.
Choosing the right approach is usually collaborative. Gregory works with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove commute time. They can also support consistent practice of CBT exercises and mindfulness between meetings.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting questions, career issues, LGBT and gender dysphoria topics, and other mood or identity challenges.
How would he describe his therapy style?
His style is collaborative and client-centered, combining talk-based exploration with skill work from CBT and mindfulness when useful.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 17 years of experience working in community clinic settings and private practice in California.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Does he offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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