Glenda Dillingham, LMFT
California LMFT supporting relationships and healing
- 30 years experience
- Works with LGBTQ clients
- Offers online sessions
About Glenda Dillingham
Glenda Dillingham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 30 years of professional experience. She has worked with adolescents, couples, and adults to address stress and anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, LGBTQ-related concerns, and the effects of trauma and abuse. Glenda's clinical background also includes work with first responders, veterans and armed forces issues, gender dysphoria, hospice and end-of-life counseling, infidelity and jealousy, multicultural concerns, obsessive-compulsive presentations, paranoia, personality disorders, and non-monogamous relationship dynamics.
Glenda approaches therapy with sensitivity, respect, and compassion, adapting conversation and treatment strategies to fit each person's circumstances and goals. She emphasizes collaboration in developing a treatment plan, meeting clients where they are while offering practical tools and supportive guidance. Her practice is conducted in English and draws on decades of experience helping people find clearer paths forward.
Seeking change takes courage, and Glenda aims to empower people as they take those first steps toward greater well-being. She focuses on tailoring interventions to individual needs so that therapy feels relevant, manageable, and aligned with each person's values and life context.
Glenda approaches therapy with sensitivity, respect, and compassion, adapting conversation and treatment strategies to fit each person's circumstances and goals. She emphasizes collaboration in developing a treatment plan, meeting clients where they are while offering practical tools and supportive guidance. Her practice is conducted in English and draws on decades of experience helping people find clearer paths forward.
Seeking change takes courage, and Glenda aims to empower people as they take those first steps toward greater well-being. She focuses on tailoring interventions to individual needs so that therapy feels relevant, manageable, and aligned with each person's values and life context.
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 experience.
Is Glenda Dillingham a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 36517.
In which languages does Glenda Dillingham provide therapy?
Glenda provides therapy in English.
Where is Glenda Dillingham located?
Glenda is located in California.
How can I work with Glenda Dillingham as my therapist?
You can work with Glenda 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
Glenda draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide her work. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns shape current ways of connecting - it helps people who struggle with intimacy, trust, and relational cycles to build more secure ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and acceptance, giving space for people to clarify their values, increase self-understanding, and recover a sense of agency when facing depression, anxiety, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, obsessive-compulsive concerns, and mood management.Deciding which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Glenda works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and will adjust methods over time so the work remains relevant and effective for the individual's circumstances.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging can increase flexibility and access to care, especially for those with busy schedules, mobility constraints, or clients living outside the therapist's immediate area. These options allow licensed professionals to provide consistent, ongoing support while accommodating different communication styles and life demands.