Dr. Michael Galvin

Dr. Michael Galvin is a Colorado psychologist with more than four decades of experience. He sees people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, anger, grief, and changes in work or family life. He describes a straightforward, results-oriented way of working and is open to conversations about practical goals and next steps.

He began in community mental health and later moved into private practice and university teaching. He has trained therapists at three universities and spent time in executive coaching. That mix of clinic, teaching, and coaching shapes how he approaches clinical work and consultation.

Over the years he learned many traditional therapy methods and tried to keep what worked best. He adopted approaches that offered faster change for anxiety and trauma concerns. Two of the methods he now uses are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, and Energy Psychology. He reports using these approaches for a range of issues where rapid reduction in symptoms is a goal.

Although mostly retired, he continues to consult, train, and see a limited number of clients. He offers a practical style focused on measurable steps and symptom relief, and he is willing to discuss goals and options with new people who want help.

Dr. Galvin holds the Colorado Psychologist credential PSY.0000508 and works in Colorado. Sessions are conducted in English, and he will accept international clients when logistics allow.

How EMDR and CBT Work Online and What to Expect

EMDR helps people process upsetting memories by using guided bilateral stimulation alongside focused recall of the target memory. It is often used for trauma, panic, and intense anxiety and aims to reduce the emotional charge linked to those memories.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and teaches concrete skills to change them. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, phobias, and stress-related issues.

Finding the right approach is a team decision. The therapist will talk with the person about symptoms, goals, and what feels manageable. Together they will pick or adapt methods so the work fits the client's needs and preferences.

Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce travel time, allow quick follow-up conversations, or make scheduling around work or caregiving simpler. The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. The therapist's background in EMDR and trauma-focused methods means these approaches can be discussed for online use, and the therapist will explain how sessions will run and what to expect during the first conversations.