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Dr. Michael Galvin, CO Psychologist PSY.0000508

Experienced Colorado psychologist focusing on trauma recovery
  • Trauma and anxiety relief
  • EMDR and energy psychology
  • Over 42 years experience

About Dr. Michael Galvin

Dr. Michael Galvin is a Colorado psychologist with 42 years of experience working across community mental health, private practice, university training programs, and executive coaching. He taught and trained therapists at three universities and has spent decades refining a range of therapeutic methods to meet complex clinical needs.

Over the course of his career he explored many traditional approaches and gradually adopted newer methods that produced faster, more durable results. Two approaches that shaped his practice were Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Energy Psychology, and he now emphasizes Energy Psychology in his work. EMDR and energy-based techniques are described by Dr. Galvin as especially helpful for anxiety- and trauma-related concerns, and he notes that they have accumulated a substantial research base over the past decades.

Although mostly retired, Dr. Galvin continues to provide training and consulting and meets with a limited number of clients. He holds the credential CO Psychologist PSY.0000508, indicating a Colorado psychologist license (PSY.0000508). He welcomes conversations about getting the right kind of help and how his mix of long experience and specialized methods might support a client's goals.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

CancerCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationHearing impairedVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Michael Galvin have?

Dr. Michael Galvin has 42 years of experience.

Is Dr. Michael Galvin a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential CO Psychologist PSY.0000508, which is a Colorado psychologist license (PSY.0000508).

In which languages does Dr. Michael Galvin provide therapy?

Dr. Michael Galvin provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Michael Galvin located?

Dr. Michael Galvin is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Dr. Michael Galvin as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Michael Galvin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Michael Galvin work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Michael Galvin works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Michael Galvin 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Trauma-focused methods and online care



Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) uses guided bilateral stimulation while a person recalls distressing memories to help reduce the emotional intensity of those memories. It is commonly used for trauma-related symptoms and can help people process events that have continued to disrupt daily functioning.

Trauma-Focused Therapy focuses directly on the effects of traumatic experiences, combining practical coping skills with processing of traumatic material to reduce ongoing distress and improve functioning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop skills to change behaviors and manage symptoms, and it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Michael Galvin works with clients to assess their needs, goals, and preferences and then recommends or combines methods that best fit the situation. He emphasizes working together to adjust techniques as therapy progresses.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, and travel. These formats increase flexibility and accessibility, allowing clients to maintain continuity of care while using therapeutic approaches like EMDR, Trauma-Focused Therapy, or CBT under the guidance of licensed professionals and therapists.

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