Steven Goclowski, LCSW
Experienced California LCSW focused on practical healing
Details
| Name | Steven Goclowski |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | California |
| Licensed in | California |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 30 |
About Steven
Steven Goclowski is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in California with three decades of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, trauma, and compassion fatigue. Steven creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about what matters to them and begin to make changes.
He draws from several therapy approaches to match each person's needs. That can include Narrative work to reframe painful stories, attachment-focused ideas to improve close relationships, and Cognitive Behavioral strategies for managing symptoms.
Background and approach
Sessions are conversational and practical. Steven aims to make ideas easy to use between visits. Steven has long experience supporting people who work in high-stress jobs, including social services, healthcare, law enforcement, and rescue work.
He helps with burnout, trauma after critical incidents, and the strain of caring for others. He also addresses codependency, communication problems, and issues rooted in family of origin. Work with him tends to be steady and goal-oriented, while also leaving room for emotional processing.
He helps people cope with panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and process or sex-related addictive behaviors. He also supports men working through life purpose, shame, and forgiveness. Sessions are offered in English and are available through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Steven supports clients in California and works with individuals who want practical tools alongside deeper personal reflection.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse among the things Steven works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Compassion fatigue
- Attachment issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Family of origin issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Attachment-Based Therapy: Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Existential Therapy: Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Systemic Therapy: Listed by Steven among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Steven directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Steven directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and attachment work translate to online care
Steven uses Narrative Therapy to help people rewrite painful or limiting life stories so they can try new ways of living. That approach helps when old narratives about worth, shame, or identity block change. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to look at patterns in close relationships and to build more reliable ways of relating to others. That approach helps with trust, codependency, and communication problems.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Steven will talk with each person about their goals, history, and what feels most helpful. Together they decide whether narrative ideas, attachment work, CBT tools, or a mix will best fit the situation. He frames this as a collaborative process and adjusts the plan as needs shift.
Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people read facial expressions and work in a longer session. Phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging offer shorter check-ins or ongoing support between sessions. These options make scheduling more flexible and help people keep therapy going around work and life demands.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Steven commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, and compassion fatigue. He also focuses on issues like codependency, attachment problems, panic, and process addictions.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are conversational and practical with room for emotional work. He combines storytelling, attachment ideas, and cognitive tools to help people manage symptoms and change patterns.
How long has he practiced?
He brings 30 years of clinical experience working in mental health and with professionals in high-stress fields.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in California and practices there.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does he use?
He meets via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
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