Jeffrey Gianelli
Licensed

Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, LCSW

Jeffrey Gianelli is a Mindful Self Compassion Teacher, Ordained Buddhist Minister, and Psychotherapist dedicated to guiding individuals through transformative healing experiences. With a background in trauma therapy, he combines approaches like EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Mindful Self Compassion to help clients overcome the patterns that keep them feeling stuck. Jeffrey’s approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy—he provides an experiential method that deeply witnesses his clients’ inner struggles, fostering lasting change. Jeffrey is an EMDRIA-approved EMDR Consultant and co-developer of the Parts Informed EMDR protocol, offering workshops and consultation groups for therapists. He is also skilled in Buddhist Therapy, and energy healing work, providing alternative options for those seeking diverse therapeutic modalities. Serving clients in the Bay Area and North Carolina via telehealth, Jeffrey is fully licensed in both California and North Carolina. He has an MSW in Social Work and has completed extensive training in trauma-informed therapies, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). Jeffrey's mission is to help clients move beyond their blocks and reach their full potential in both personal and relational contexts. Through a holistic, compassionate, and integrative approach, he empowers individuals to heal and thrive.

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Specialities

Anger Management

Anxiety

Codependency

Life Coaching

LGBTQ+ individuals

Relationship Issues

Self Esteem

Sexual Abuse

Spirituality

Stress

Transgender

Trauma and PTSD

Addiction

ADHD


My Practice

Service Provided

In-Person · Virtual

Client Age

Adult · Teens · Elders (65+)

Treatment Approaches

ACT · EMDR · IFS · MBSR · MSC

License Information

88604

C013939


About

Identifies as Male, White, Buddhist

Speaks English

Joined Insight Timer in October 2025


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