About

Deanna Gale Emad is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, holding license number CA LMFT 48266, with 16 years of professional experience. She works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes.

She approaches therapy with the view that clients already possess many of the inner resources needed to overcome difficulties, learn, and grow. Drawing on long-standing clinical experience, she guides clients through steps toward increased self-awareness and personal growth.

Deanna welcomes the opportunity to support people who are facing difficult areas of life. She recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and is confident that engaging in the work can provide meaningful support. She is a female, older therapist who practices from a non-religious, liberal perspective.

Location:
California, United States
Years Experience:
16
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Parenting, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Separation, Sexual trauma, Social anxiety and phobia, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LMFT 48266
  • NPI Number: 1033415427
  • License: LMFT (California) #48266 exp 2026-01-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether therapy delivered remotely can truly help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is the convenience it offers. Clients can meet with a therapist in the format that suits them best - via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit care into a busy schedule.

These options also support continuity of care when circumstances change. Licensed professionals provide the sessions, and clients have the flexibility to switch therapists at any time if they prefer a different match.

How much experience does Deanna Gale Emad have?

Deanna Gale Emad has 16 years of professional experience providing therapy services.

Is Deanna Gale Emad a licensed therapist?

Yes. Deanna Gale Emad is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, license number CA LMFT 48266.

In which languages does Deanna Gale Emad provide therapy?

Deanna Gale Emad provides therapy in English.

Where is Deanna Gale Emad located?

Deanna Gale Emad is located in California.

How can I work with Deanna Gale Emad as my therapist?

Clients can work with Deanna Gale Emad by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Deanna Gale Emad cost?

Costs can vary based on a client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions with Deanna Gale Emad are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

To begin working with Deanna Gale Emad, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.