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- Addictions support
- Trauma recovery
- Grief and mood
About Gregory
LMFT in California with 12 years of experience, Gregory Buttner helps people navigate addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and major life changes. He works directly with individuals who are coping with mood disorders, panic attacks, and substance or process addictions. Sessions focus on identifying problems, building practical coping skills, and planning next steps.
Gregory frames clients as the authors of their own stories and looks for strengths to build on. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and patterns. The work typically involves talking through recent difficulties and tracing repetitive behaviors back to their roots.
People meet him to address a wide range of concerns including abandonment, attachment difficulties, codependency, and co-morbid conditions. He also helps those affected by natural or human-caused disasters and first responder stress. Cultural and multicultural factors are considered when relevant.
In sessions Gregory pays attention to impulsivity, isolation, and issues around prejudice and discrimination. He helps clients develop strategies for managing panic symptoms and mood swings. For addictions he focuses on patterns of use, triggers, and alternative coping options.
Practical work includes setting small, achievable goals and checking progress between meetings. Payment uses a cancellable subscription model that varies with location. To begin, prospective clients use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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How evidence-based techniques translate to remote work
Gregory works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful patterns and teaching new skills. One common approach uses behavioral strategies to identify triggers, test alternatives, and create step-by-step plans to reduce addictive behaviors and impulsivity. This helps with substance use, process addictions, and risky habits.Another approach emphasizes trauma-informed methods that help people understand how past abuse or traumatic events shape current reactions. Sessions aim to clarify connections between past events and present symptoms, reduce overwhelm, and practice grounding and emotion-management strategies for panic and mood instability.
Finding the right therapeutic method is part of the work. Gregory will collaborate with each person to choose which techniques best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He reviews progress and adjusts methods as goals change so the plan stays practical and focused.
Confirm the exact session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals often adapt pacing and homework to suit remote appointments so therapy fits daily life.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He focuses on addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues like attachment, codependency, and process addictions.
What is his therapeutic approach?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Sessions emphasize practical coping skills, pattern recognition, and collaborative planning.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional experience working with people facing addiction, trauma, mood disorders, and grief.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and pricing varies with location.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.