- Practical strategies
- Mindfulness and CBT
- Support for parents
About Octavia
Octavia Gallon is a Licensed Professional Counselor with six years of experience. She helps people who are stressed, anxious, or facing changes that feel overwhelming. She also supports clients dealing with low self-esteem, relationship strain, parenting stress, and money-related worries.
Octavia uses straightforward conversation to figure out what matters most to each person. She focuses on practical steps - small, doable changes that build confidence and reduce daily pressure. Sessions are a place to talk honestly and plan next steps without judgment.
Her background is in clinical psychology, and she pairs that training with evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness. That means she helps people notice unhelpful thinking, try new behaviors, and practice calming skills that work in real life.
She also brings solution-focused and trauma-informed ideas to the room. These approaches keep sessions goal-oriented while respecting a person’s past experiences and pace. Octavia listens for strengths that can be amplified and obstacles that can be untangled.
People looking for help with parenting strain, family conflict, ADHD-related struggles, or coping after loss can expect clear communication about goals. Octavia works with each client to make a plan that fits their life and priorities. She aims to help people feel more capable and steady as they move forward.
How therapy approaches shape online work
Octavia often draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT is practical and goal-focused, and it can help with anxiety, stress, and low mood. Mindfulness therapy is used to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day coping. These skills can be helpful for overwhelm, anger, and managing ADHD-related symptoms. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made. Confirm the current online session options before booking so you know what formats are offered for appointments. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people practice skills in the midst of real life and bring real situations into the conversation for immediate problem-solving.Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to money and stress?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, family tension, parenting strain, and related money worries as part of broader life challenges.
What kind of therapy style can I expect?
The approach is practical and conversational, using techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused work to set goals and try new habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of experience working in the mental health field and holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, credentialed as an AZ LPC and WY LPC, and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.