- CBT and DBT methods
- Skills and coping tools
- Trauma-informed practice
About Meryl
Meryl Galvan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on problems such as stress, anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma and abuse, depression, addiction, grief, and problems with sleep and intimacy. Sessions address practical struggles and everyday pressures that get in the way of functioning.
Meryl takes a direct and engaged approach in session. She talks with clients about goals and teaches concrete coping skills. Clients learn tools for handling panic, managing mood changes, and improving communication with others.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from the University of West Florida. She has also worked supervising teams of clinicians in outpatient settings, which gives her experience guiding treatment plans and maintaining consistent care practices.
Meryl uses a mix of approaches designed to produce changes in thinking and behavior. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy targets unhelpful thoughts and routines. Dialectical Behavior Therapy focuses on emotion regulation and distress tolerance. EMDR and mindfulness-based strategies are also part of her toolbox for processing traumatic memories and building present-moment coping.
In sessions she is straightforward about skills practice and steps to try between meetings. People who choose her often want usable strategies and clear next steps for handling anxiety, relationship problems, substance use, or major life transitions. To begin, prospective clients are invited to follow the service intake process and schedule an initial meeting.
Therapeutic approaches used in remote sessions
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people recognize and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, panic, depression, and sleep problems by breaking issues into clear steps to practice between sessions.DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving communication. It can be useful for mood swings, anger, and interpersonal conflicts.
EMDR focuses on processing distressing memories through guided techniques and may be offered when trauma or abuse symptoms are present.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help decide which methods fit the client's goals, needs, and preferences. That process is collaborative and may include trying different techniques to see what helps most.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as current options are listed during intake. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people continue care from their community without changing providers, while the therapist focuses on skill practice, symptom management, and progress over time.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
Meryl helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addiction, relationship and family problems, grief, sleep issues, and related concerns such as panic and mood disorders.
What is her therapy style like?
She is direct and engaged, focusing on practical coping skills, behavior change, and clear goals for sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working in outpatient settings and supervising clinician teams.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL LMHC) practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.