Therapy for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs)
Have you been called “too sensitive”?
As an HSP myself, I get it.
Perhaps you’ve often felt out of place, or become easily overwhelmed by sensory stimuli. You’re not alone. Approximately 15-20% of people share this trait of high sensitivity, experiencing life with a heightened level of emotional and sensory depth.
This isn’t a flaw but our unique way of engaging with the world that can be both a gift and a challenge.
Do you often feel overwhelmed?
Does This Sound Familiar?
Deep Emotional Experiences: Art, nature, and human experiences touch you profoundly.
Hyper-Awareness: You notice nuances that others overlook, but this can make you feel overstimulated.
Need for Downtime: After busy days, you crave quiet and solitude to recharge.
Empathic Overload: You absorb the emotions of those around you, often feeling overwhelmed by the intensity.
My HSP Therapy Approach Supports your Sensitivity & Builds on your Strengths
With fellow HSPs, my approach is a compassionate exploration and acceptance of your sensitive nature. It’s about harnessing strengths and finding balance.
Here’s what the therapy journey involves for highly sensitive people:
Understanding Your Sensitivity: explore the origins of your sensitivity and its impact on your life.
Managing Overstimulation: learn techniques to navigate overwhelming situations without losing your sense of self.
Embracing Emotional Intensity: find ways to appreciate and express your deep emotions constructively.
Setting Boundaries: develop strategies to protect your energy and maintain healthy relationships.
Connecting with Your Inner Wisdom: deepen your relationship with yourself, tapping into your innate wisdom and resilience.
What to Expect
HSP therapy isn’t about changing you or “fixing you”; it’s about empowering you to live fully as the sensitive, insightful person you already are.
While results are as varied as each individual, many of my HSP clients report feeling more grounded, less reactive, and more trusting of themselves to know what’s right for them.
Together, we will gain a deeper understanding of you and your needs, so that you can navigate life transitions, improve relationships, and live more authentically.
About HSP Therapist Dianne Gallo, LCSW
I understand something about the journey you’re on because I’ve been through my own.
Our therapy sessions are tailored to your unique experiences, grounded in empathy and understanding. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies for managing sensitivity, honoring your needs, and leveraging your innate strengths.
Credentials, Certifications, & Trainings
Masters of Social Work from Smith College
Community Mental Health Worker - NYC
Clinical Internships in Educational Settings - San Francisco International High School & Vassar College
Trained in post-abortion counseling with Exhale Pro Voice
GenSex: anti-oppression workshop for all identities about sexuality, gender, consent, & privilege
Certified yoga teacher
Trained in EMDR
Before becoming a therapist, I worked in international women’s rights, food justice & nutrition, and bilingual education. I draw from these experiences to support my clients with a deep respect for each individual’s inherent dignity, complexity, and potential.
In my practice I use psychodynamic, relational, and compassion-based approaches. I can also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a treatment for healing trauma, phobias, and other issues as needed.