- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Social anxiety
About Meghan
Meghan Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 10 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and motivation challenges. Meghan also addresses mood changes, panic, obsessions and compulsions, and social anxiety and phobia.
She focuses on clear, practical conversations. Sessions are a place to talk through what is happening now and identify small, usable steps forward. Meghan prefers straightforward language and mutual problem solving rather than jargon.
Her approach emphasizes building on what already works for a person. That can mean noticing habits that help and shifting ones that don’t. She aims to help clients strengthen coping skills for intense feelings like panic, anger, or deep sadness.
Meghan draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on relationships, intimacy concerns, parenting stresses, addiction issues, and career strain. She also supports people dealing with life transitions such as pregnancy, postpartum challenges, aging and end-of-life matters.
Over time she helps clients practice handling difficult moments differently and testing new behaviors in everyday life. The emphasis is practical: clearer communication, better emotion management, and choices that fit a person’s life. People who prefer direct, action-focused conversations are likely to find this style easy to follow.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Meghan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and gradual change. One common approach she uses teaches breathing, grounding, and behavioral steps to reduce panic and intense anxiety in the moment. This helps people practice calmer responses when social situations or panic triggers arise.She also uses methods that look at thoughts and behaviors together to reduce persistent negative thinking and compulsive actions. These techniques help people notice unhelpful patterns and test new ways of behaving in social or high-stress situations.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Meghan will work with each person to pick methods that match their goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan based on what helps most.
Confirm the specific online session options before booking. The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions around work or caregiving, having shorter check-ins when needed, and meeting with a licensed professional without extra travel time. Ask about the session lengths and formats available when you complete the questionnaire so scheduling fits into everyday life.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem struggles, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, anger, career concerns, ADHD, and social anxiety and phobia.
How does she approach therapy sessions?
Sessions focus on clear, practical conversations and problem solving. Meghan uses evidence-based techniques to help people learn coping skills and try new behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Meghan has 10 years of professional experience working with people on a range of mental health and life concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.