Charlyne Gelt, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist in private practice, a registered group psychotherapist, and an advocate who works with "strong" women struggling with issues of submissive dependency and emotional intimacy in relationships. Dr. Gelt received her graduate education from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, CA. She is also a licensed marriage and family therapist and a teacher (CA) with over 30 years teaching general and special education (SED/autism).