Fritz Galette, Ph.D.

Consultant
fgalette@loebleadership.com
646-265-2274

“I have always been interested in learning about human behavior and psychology as it applies in everyday life. From individual processes to the interaction of people and the systems they create, I love to help individuals, groups and organizations perform their fullest potential. I work to bring in my unique background along with over 30 years of professional experience in helping client perform to their most optimal levels.”

Meet Fritz Galette, Ph.D.

Fritz Galette is a New York State Licensed Psychologist and has experience in working with individuals in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, stress management, couple and family therapy, peak performance, life balance, and strategic career planning.

Working in the field of mental health for over 30 years, his unique, deceptively laid-back yet aggressive approach focuses on helping people break through barriers that prevent them from achieving professional and personal goals.

Dr. Fritz has been interviewed for commentary by the New York Times, Ebony Magazine, Psychology Today Radio, and Next Avenue Magazine. 

As host of the AM radio show “Ask Dr. Fritz,” Fritz engaged special guests and live callers on issues such as mental health and wellness, healthy relationships, and finding happiness in topical issues such as racism, gun violence, and politics. Noted guests included bodybuilder and actor Lou Ferrigno (The Incredible Hulk), jazz musician Pat Martino, state and national politicians, artists, authors, and community leaders. Each show enlightened, informed, and cultivated useful information and tips regarding everyday challenges and struggles for the listening public. Dr. Fritz currently produces a cable TV program modeled after his radio show. The new project, entitled “Dr. Fritz” can be seen on cable stations throughout New York City.

Dr. Fritz holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Fordham University and has also been an adjunct professor of psychology at New York University, Fordham University, Queens College, and Lehman College.

Just as important to him are his passions. Dr. Fritz holds a 7th-degree black belt in martial arts, has completed 23 New York City Marathons, and is a musician. He lives in Staten Island, NY with his wife and two sons.

Areas of Expertise

  • Mental Health

  • Human relations

  • Emotional intelligence

  • Group Facilitation

  • Coaching, Counseling and advisement

Education

  • New York State License in Psychology, 2002

  • PhD Clinical Psychology, Fordham University, 2000

  • MA Psychology, Fordham University, 1992

  • BA Psychology, Fordham University, 1990

Memberships & Associations

International Society for Emotional Intelligence, Advisory Board Member, 2014-Present

American Psychological Association, 2000-2011

Association of Black Psychologist, 2011- present

Presentations + Publications

  • How Change Changes Us, New York Trial Lawyers, May 2022

  • How Change Changes Us, The Practicing Law Institute, May 2002

  • Taking Care of Yourself, Jacob Javits, April 2022

  • The Importance of Attorney Mental Health, Caribbean Lawyers Association, February 2022

  • Making Mental Health A Top Priority, CRE October 2021

  • The Danger Zone: When Stress, Burnout and Chronic Overwork Collide with Ethics, New York Trial Lawyers, 2021

  • Creating an Inclusive Environment in the Workplace, Wilkie, June 2021

  • Culture Changing Conversations for Law Firms, New York Trial Lawyers, 2021

  • Striking a Balance: Strategies for Success at Work and Home, New York Trial Lawyers, 2017

  • Judicial Wellness Mindfulness Program, Brooklyn Courts, May 2019

  • Motivating Colleagues for a Culture Change, Conference Keynote Address, Alchemy Systems LP, 2013

  • Managing Emotions in the Workplace, The Inns of Court, April 2013

  • Managing Emotions in the Workplace, Skaden Arps, 2012

  • Leading and Motivating Employee for Change, American Meat Institute, 2011

  • Stress Management for Attorneys, Bay Ridge Lawyers Association, February 2008

  • How Can I Create an Environment Where People Can Engage in Authentic Dialogue?, PLI October 2021

  • Leadership Take Note: How Change Changes Us, PLI, January 2022

Experience

  • Industry: Legal

    Issue: Client needed to develop a better working relationship with co-partner during a transitional period in the firm

    Our Approach: Helped client plan and implement successful activities and initiatives with co-partner.

    Solution: The working relationship between co-partners improved as they successfully completed a major transitional project.

  • Industry: Legal

    Issue: Client needed to develop and articulate a leadership plan the firm

    Our Approach: Guide the client through a leadership transformational process involving various stakeholders at the firm.

    Solution: Client was able to present and begin to

  • Industry: Legal

    Issue: Client wanted to gain more visibility and participation in key projects and workflows at the firm.

    Our Approach: Help the client better understand how personal strengths could be utilized to develop relationships with those tasked to assign work at the firm.

    Solution: Client was able to develop relationships with key leaders and was able to get more work.

  • Industry: Education

    Issue: During the initial stages of the pandemic, major organizational changes were required in the educational institution led by Client. Assistance was needed in keeping employees motivated through such difficult times.

    Our Approach: Client received coaching support dealing with the stress of managing through such difficult times while also receiving strategic support in terms of implementing best practices associated with keeping employees motivated.

    Solution: Client has been able to successfully manage the organization through significant change during the past two years. There has been changes in organizational structure, personnel and the context the organization has operated. Client has been able to respond to employee concerns and challenges with morale.

Q+A With Fritz Galette, Ph.D.

What unique perspective do you bring to your practice?

My perspective is formed by my background. I am the son of Haitian immigrants born and raised in Brooklyn New York. I received a Jesuit education at Fordham University and obtained a PhD in clinical psychology. I have worked in the field of mental health for 30 years while also working with clients in various organizations in both the profit and non profit sectors. 

Describe major career/life decisions that led you to your current role. How have these experiences shaped the way you engage with clients?

In 2002 I started my own clinical practice in mid-town Manhattan. My clients were generally people working in the area. From the mailroom to the boardroom my clients represented all rungs of the corporate ladder. Often people sought me out to help resolve a pressing mental health issues and crises. Once the crises were resolved we would move on to less clinical areas and into quality-of-life issues. This included focusing on work-life balance, career planning, stress management and improving interpersonal relations. There was demand for coaching, counseling and training human relations, leadership, communication skills, emotional intelligence and managing others.

What are a couple of your biggest successes?

My biggest successes have come from clients achieving and exceeding their intended goals and objectives. It has been very rewarding to establish a relationship with clients, assess needs, tailor and set goals and achieve them through our work together.

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