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Federico Godina

Calm-focused LCSW blending skills and compassion

LCSW California

Experience
7 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Federico

Federico Godina is a California-licensed LCSW with seven years of clinical experience supporting people managing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem struggles, and depression.

Background and approach

He also addresses related concerns such as attachment and abandonment challenges, relationship wounds like infidelity and jealousy, blended family and fatherhood issues, caregiver stress, and problems with impulsivity, hoarding, guilt, and shame. Federico emphasizes practical help alongside emotional support to help clients regain steadiness and clarity.

He creates a welcoming, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can explore difficult thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Federico draws on evidence-informed tools including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and client-centered methods to tailor care to each person’s needs.

He frames therapy as a collaborative process and aims to help people build coping skills, improve relationships, and pursue more satisfying daily lives. Federico offers services in English and practices throughout California as an LCSW.

Approaches for Online Change and Skill Building

Federico often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and experiment with practical changes in behavior; this approach is commonly applied for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. He also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and collaborating with the person’s own goals to create a supportive environment for growth. When emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness are priorities, elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy are used to teach coping skills and balance acceptance with change.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Federico works together with clients to determine what methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors techniques over time, inviting feedback so that the plan evolves as progress and priorities change.

Online therapy with him is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options allow clients to engage from different locations and schedules while maintaining continuity of care, making it easier to practice skills between sessions and receive support when life becomes busy.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Federico commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self esteem, and depression, along with related issues such as attachment, infidelity, caregiver stress, and hoarding.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He blends client-centered listening with evidence-informed techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to meet each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional work experience providing therapy and related clinical support.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a licensed clinical social worker in California with the credential CA LCSW 120906.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
He provides services in English and is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an appointment based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesControl issuesDivorce and separationFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionSexualityYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English