- Strengths focused
- Practical tools
- Collaborative process
About Fred
Fred Lombardo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 35 years of experience. He helps people facing stress and anxiety, including panic disorder and panic attacks, and addresses relationship strain, self-esteem concerns, and struggles with motivation.
He approaches therapy from a collaborative stance. He views each person as the expert on their own life and builds on existing strengths. Sessions aim to be straightforward and practical so people can use what they learn between meetings.
Fred uses a mix of approaches to match the needs of each person. He draws from cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking patterns. He also uses client-centered methods to keep the focus on what matters most to the client.
Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing show up in sessions when they fit the goals. At times he incorporates psychodynamic ideas to consider how past patterns influence present choices. The approach is not one-size-fits-all but adjusted as progress is made.
People often come for help with sleep, career stress, family concerns, communication problems, control issues, jealousy, social anxiety, compassion fatigue, and ADHD-related struggles. Fred offers support for coping with life changes and improving intimacy-related difficulties while keeping goals practical and achievable.
Approaches you may use in online sessions
Fred draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that keep anxiety and panic going. CBT often involves short exercises and practical tools that can be practiced between meetings to reduce symptoms and build confidence.He also uses client-centered therapy, which means sessions focus on the person’s priorities and pace. This approach is conversational and supportive, helping people clarify what matters and decide on next steps that feel right for them.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which methods to try based on needs, goals, and preferences. If one way of working doesn’t fit, they adjust the plan and try another option.
Please confirm the available session formats before booking. Knowing which formats are offered will help plan sessions to fit everyday life, such as keeping appointments during a lunch break or using shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy routine without promising a specific format.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Fred address in sessions?
He works with stress and anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, career and motivation issues, sleep problems, ADHD-related struggles, and panic disorder and panic attacks.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He takes a collaborative, client-centered approach that builds on a person’s strengths and keeps discussions practical and focused on real goals.
What is Fred's professional background?
Fred is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 35 years of professional experience helping people with anxiety, relationship strain, and life transitions.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds a California LCSW license and provides services from California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.