Federico Godina, LCSW

Federico Godina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and trauma. He focuses on everyday struggles like low self-esteem, motivation, and relationship wounds such as jealousy and commitment concerns. Federico aims to make the first steps toward change feel more doable and less overwhelming.

He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk openly about what matters to them. Sessions are conversational and practical, with an emphasis on clarity and safety in the therapeutic relationship. The goal is to help each person feel heard and understood while working toward realistic changes.

Federico uses a mix of client-centered methods and structured skills-based work. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and patterns, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to manage strong emotions. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are woven in to boost awareness and sustain motivation.

With seven years of clinical experience, he has supported people through trauma, anger, and life transitions like separation and blended family challenges. He also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment struggles, body image, hoarding, and caregiver stress.

Federico works in English and practices in California. He encourages people to take small steps and offers steady support as they try out new coping strategies and life changes.

How his approaches translate to online care

Federico blends client-centered work with skills-based therapies to help people manage strong feelings and change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building trust so people can speak freely about what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors to identify patterns that keep problems like anxiety and low mood going.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will listen to a person's goals and preferences and then suggest options to try. Together they decide which strategies to focus on and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. For those who prefer a skills-focused session, CBT or DBT techniques can be practiced and reviewed in real time during remote meetings.