Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Federico Godina, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 120906
- NPI
- 1497304315
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
These details come from information Federico supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
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- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness methods
About Federico
Federico Godina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with seven years of practice. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He also focuses on issues like abandonment, attachment concerns, relationship trust, and challenges around parenting roles such as fatherhood issues.
Federico uses straightforward conversations to identify what's most pressing. He listens and helps people name patterns that keep problems repeating. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings, not just talking about feelings.
He draws from client-centered work to prioritize each person's perspective. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) features in his approach when thinking patterns and behaviors need to be adjusted. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness techniques for emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods come into play when someone needs to increase motivation or set short-term goals. Those tools are used to create small, achievable changes rather than broad promises.
In sessions he helps people break problems into manageable pieces. Conversations are direct and practical, and plans are concrete. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking.
BHow sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Federico often blends client-centered work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in session. Client-centered work means the conversation starts with the client's priorities and perspective. CBT breaks down thoughts and behaviors and tests practical changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for people who need help with strong emotions or impulsive reactions. DBT teaches specific skills for regulating feelings, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be practiced between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Federico will collaborate with each person to decide which methods to try first, and he adjusts the plan based on how the work is progressing and the client's goals.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into work and family schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Those practical benefits help people keep therapy consistent while they work on stress, anxiety, and relationship-related issues.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem challenges, and depression. He also focuses on related issues like abandonment, attachment, infidelity, and caregiving stress.
What is his style in sessions?
Sessions are practical and direct. He helps clients identify patterns, set short-term goals, and try concrete steps between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That background informs his use of several therapy approaches.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California. His practice is based in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients should check pricing details on the platform before scheduling.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and scheduling process.
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