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Glenda Dillingham, LMFT

Seasoned California LMFT for relationships and trauma
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBTQ+ affirming care
  • Couples and family therapy

About Glenda Dillingham

Glenda Dillingham is a California-licensed therapist with 30 years of professional experience supporting adolescents, adults, and couples through a wide range of life challenges. As an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she brings decades of clinical practice to work with stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, relationship conflict, and trauma and abuse.

She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to match individual needs and goals. Glenda emphasizes collaborative care, helping clients identify what they want to change and the practical steps that can lead to a more fulfilling life.

Throughout her career she has worked across diverse contexts and with varied presentations, tailoring interventions to fit adolescents, couples, and adults. She recognizes the courage it takes to seek change and positions herself as a steady source of support and empowerment during that journey. Her practice centers on meeting clients where they are and guiding them toward sustainable shifts in wellbeing and relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

First responder issuesGender dysphoriaHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationships

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Glenda Dillingham have?

Glenda Dillingham has 30 years of professional experience.

Is Glenda Dillingham a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and is licensed in California as CA LMFT 36517.

In which languages does Glenda Dillingham provide therapy?

Glenda Dillingham provides therapy in English.

Where is Glenda Dillingham located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Glenda Dillingham as my therapist?

You can work with Glenda Dillingham through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Glenda Dillingham work with international clients?

Yes, Glenda Dillingham works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Glenda Dillingham cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Glenda Dillingham

Glenda draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work in ways that fit each client's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and adult relationship patterns shape emotions and reactions - it can be especially helpful for people navigating relationship difficulties, trust issues, or attachment wounds.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist reflects and supports the client's own goals - this approach helps people build self-awareness, strengthen coping, and make decisions that align with their values.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Glenda integrates these methods to address presenting concerns and to tailor interventions to each person's circumstances.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Glenda works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which combination of strategies best fits a client's goals, preferences, and life situation, adapting over time as needs evolve.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes therapy more flexible and accessible for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or those living far from in-person services. These options allow ongoing support and continuity of care while accommodating different communication styles and logistical needs.

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