Dr. Annette Gallardo PhD- Virtual/Online
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD Doctor in Psychology
Online in Tennessee
(Online Only)
If you feel emotionally alone in your marriage — I see you.
Maybe your spouse won’t talk. Maybe you feel like you’re the only one trying, while carrying the weight of the relationship on your own. I help women and couples navigate this painful space with compassion, faith, and practical steps that lead to healing, clarity, and connection — even if your partner isn’t ready (yet).
You don’t have to keep repeating the same arguments or feeling invisible.
With God, all things are possible — and healing can begin with just one willing heart.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult
Demographic Expertise: Men, Women clients.
Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish
Treatment Approach
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
Approach Description: My approach is relational, faith-based, and emotionally safe. I combine nearly three decades of psychological expertise with Christian values, helping you explore what’s really happening beneath the surface of your relationship — so we can stop the painful patterns and create space for connection to grow.
I guide clients through:
Rebuilding trust and emotional intimacy
Improving communication without blame or shutdowns
Healing emotional wounds from childhood or past relationships
Making changes — even when one partner isn’t ready to try
You’ll find that I work with gentleness and strength — without shame, pressure, or judgment. Together, we focus on creating real shifts, not just surface-level change.
Whether you’re navigating this as a couple or starting alone — I’ll walk with you.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $99
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna, UMR, United Behavioral, Optum, EAP
Education & Credentials
Dr. Annette Gallardo PhD- Virtual/Online PhD Doctor in Psychology
- Female
- License # 2453
- Licensed in TN
- Practicing Since 2001
Education: I hold a Ph.D. in Psychology, a Master’s in Clinical Counseling, and am EMDR Certified. I’m also Certified in Integrative Medicine and a Somatic Therapy Specialist, combining holistic and traditional therapies for emotional healing.
Dr. Annette Gallardo PhD- Virtual/Online Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Tennessee
- Online Therapy Details: ""COACHING PROGRAMS ARE AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE" Services are now available from the comfort of your home or office. No need to drive—just use a link to connect with me .
I specialize in Christian marriage counseling for couples and individuals experiencing emotional disconnection, communication breakdown, conflict, or loneliness in love. Many of my clients feel like their relationship is quietly falling apart — and they don’t know how to fix it, especially when their partner won’t engage.
With nearly 30 years as a Doctor of Psychology and a woman of faith in a 27-year marriage, I guide you through a process of restoring emotional safety, healthy communication, and spiritual reconnection. Whether you’re both ready, or one of you is taking the first step alone, I’m here to help.
All sessions are online, and we begin with a private, supportive Clarity Call — no pressure, just guidance and space to sort through what’s happening and what’s possible.