- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Attachment focus
About Gregory
Gregory Harbaugh is a California LMFT with 17 years of clinical experience. He lists social anxiety and phobia among the concerns he addresses, along with stress, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and LGBT-related matters. Gregory writes plainly and focuses on helping people talk through specific problems and daily struggles.
He began clinical training at Saban Community Clinic and has practiced in Los Angeles area settings. Gregory uses several approaches in his work, including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, dialectical behavior ideas, and attachment-based perspectives. He explains therapy options clearly and helps people decide what to try first.
In sessions he emphasizes collaboration and straightforward goal-setting. Gregory describes some approaches as more directive, such as CBT for patterns of thoughts and behavior, and others as more exploratory, such as attachment-based or psychodynamic ideas for identity and relationships. He notes that brief work can be effective and that some tools, like mindfulness, may provide quick benefits.
He maintains ongoing professional education to stay current with practice standards and refers out when concerns fall outside his scope. Gregory also brings interests outside therapy into how he connects with people, including work in the creative arts.
People coming to him can expect clear explanations of methods, practical skills to try between sessions, and an emphasis on building on strengths to address stressors and improve daily functioning.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Attachment-based work focuses on patterns in relationships and how early bonds affect current behavior. In online sessions this might look like talking through relationship patterns and practicing new ways of relating that a person can try between meetings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Online CBT often includes identifying unhelpful thinking, trying alternative responses, and using brief exercises or worksheets between sessions.
Mindfulness practice trains attention to the present moment and noticing thoughts without immediate reaction. A therapist may introduce short mindfulness exercises to use during the week to reduce reactivity to stressful situations.
Choosing the best approach is collaborative. Gregory will work with clients to pick methods that fit their goals and preferences, adjusting plans as progress is made. He frames therapy as practical work that can change how people respond to social situations, stress, or relationship difficulties.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time while keeping focus on the same therapeutic techniques used in person.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He lists stress, anxiety, social anxiety and phobia, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and many related concerns.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He describes a collaborative, client-centered style that mixes skill-based work and exploratory approaches depending on the person's needs.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 17 years of experience and has worked in community clinic and private practice settings in California.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I attend sessions from outside the United States?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.