About Heather Galvano

I am passionate about helping people. I feel deeply moved by people’s stories, and their courage to share them. My own journey through difficulties has given me great compassion for others’ experiences of suffering and feeling lost. When I initially began seeking a deeper understanding of my own struggles, I was drawn to spirituality, specifically the study of the mind through the lens of Buddhist meditation. In-depth practice over the course of several years gave me a deep appreciation for the power of mindfulness and awareness practices. Through practicing meditation, parts of myself opened up that I had not previously been aware of, and as I searched for greater understanding of them, I delved into the realm of psychotherapy. On both of these paths I have found incredible healing and transformation. I feel incredibly blessed to be able to assist others on their paths of healing, growth, and self-discovery.

Education and Experience:

EFT Externship, Berkeley, October 2019
Ongoing consultation with Cynthia Colvin, Phd
Consultation for couples therapy with Michael Klein 2017-2018
The San Francisco Marriage and Couples Center 2017 – 2020
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California – LMFT #92098.
AEDP for Couples Hybrid Immersion + Essential Skills 2017
Private practice internship supervised by Cynthia Colvin, Phd
Therapeutic Mentor and Family Therapist at Coyote Coast Youth and Family Counseling
The Psychotherapy Institute’s 2 year Post-Graduate Training Program in psychodynamic psychotherapy
Internship in Sandtray therapy at Alvarado Elementary
Practicum and Internship at Golden Gate Integral Counseling Center
M.A. in Integral Counseling Psychology from California Institute of Integral Studies
B.A. in Religious Studies and Dance from Naropa University

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