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Entry 199059California / United States

Fred Lombardo

Fred Lombardo, LCSW

California 35 years in practice

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LCSW - stress and relationship concerns

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  • CBT techniques
  • Mindfulness practice
  • Client-centered work

About Fred

LCSW in California with 35 years of experience, Fred Lombardo helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and career or self-esteem difficulties. He also works with issues such as ADHD, sleep problems, compassion fatigue, and intimacy-related concerns. Fred focuses on practical steps people can use day to day, and he views clients as the experts on their own lives.

Fred uses conversational, goal-focused sessions that look at what is happening now and what can change next. He draws on client-centered work to follow each person’s priorities, and uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Mindfulness strategies and motivational interviewing help people build small habits and stay moving toward their goals.

Over his career he has handled a wide range of concerns from panic attacks and social anxiety to communication problems, jealousy, and control issues. He aims to help people develop clearer boundaries, steadier sleep patterns, and improved coping skills during life changes. Sessions typically emphasize practical tools and short-term strategies alongside deeper reflection when useful.

Fred treats career stress, relationship strain, and family-related challenges with attention to how they affect daily routines. He also supports people dealing with compassion fatigue and burnout by focusing on manageable adjustments. His practice is grounded in direct conversation and collaborative planning rather than one-size-fits-all prescriptions.

If someone wants to begin, they are asked to use the site’s matching process to schedule a first session. Language of therapy is English and sessions follow California LCSW practice standards.

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How his methods translate to online sessions

Client-centered therapy starts by following the client’s priorities. The therapist listens, reflects what matters, and helps set session goals that fit daily life. This approach is useful for sorting relationship concerns, sleep issues, and work stress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions use straightforward exercises to test new behaviors and change unhelpful thinking. CBT is often used for anxiety, panic attacks, social phobia, and low self-esteem.

Mindfulness work teaches simple attention and grounding practices to reduce reactivity and improve sleep. These techniques are taught in short, repeatable exercises clients can use between sessions.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and what is happening in day-to-day life. That collaborative decision-making can change as progress is made.

Confirm the session formats offered before booking because no specific formats are listed here. Online sessions can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time, which helps fit therapy into busy work and family routines. They also allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited and make it possible to practice skills in the setting where problems occur.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoaching

Also works with

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

35+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

Fred works with stress, anxiety, relationship and self-esteem issues. He also focuses on ADHD, sleep problems, compassion fatigue, and intimacy-related concerns.

What is his therapeutic style?

Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. He combines client-centered listening with practical techniques from CBT and mindfulness.

How much experience does he have?

He has 35 years of professional experience practicing as a therapist in clinical settings and private practice.

What credential and location apply?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CA LCSW, based in California.

Which languages are offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he accept international clients?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule the first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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