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Earl Liotti

Earl Liotti

LMFT

Therapist · California · 9+ years of experience

Practical help for stress and anger

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About Earl

Earl Liotti is a licensed marriage and family therapist with nine years of clinical experience. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, anger, depression, and major life changes. He approaches each person with compassion and without judgment, starting from whatever feels most real to the client in the moment.

He draws on a mix of practical techniques so sessions are tailored to the situation. Cognitive-behavioral methods are used to notice patterns and build different habits. Mindfulness practices help with grounding and reducing reactivity. Attachment-based ideas guide work around relationships and connection.

His background includes substantial work in addiction and trauma, and he brings that experience to clients managing symptoms related to PTSD, substance use, or painful life events. He describes his style as empathic and straightforward, aiming to create a space where people feel heard and understood.

Sessions typically focus on clear goals and small, achievable steps. Earl helps clients identify what they want to change and then maps practical ways to get there. He also supports people who are sorting through identity, purpose, and relationship patterns that keep repeating.

People who value an honest, down-to-earth therapist often find his manner helpful. He invites those ready to make a change to begin with a short matching process and a first session to set priorities and plan next steps.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

How these approaches translate to online work

Attachment-based work focuses on patterns in relationships and how early bonds shape current connections. Online sessions can use conversation and reflective exercises to help people identify attachment patterns and try new ways of relating in real time.

Client-centered therapy centers on listening and supporting the person's own pace of change. In remote sessions this means a therapist holds an accepting space where the client sets the agenda and explores what matters most to them.

Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete techniques to shift unhelpful patterns. Online sessions can include homework, thought records, and behavioral experiments that fit into daily life.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods that match goals, preferences, and what feels helpful. That plan can be adjusted as work proceeds so clients stay involved in deciding next steps.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about current session options to find what works best for your routine and needs.

At a glance

Listed location
California
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
LMFT
Languages
English
License (California)
LMFT · No. 101277
NPI
1861817231

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Earl commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, depression, and life changes among other areas.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He describes his style as non-judgmental and empathic, starting from the client's present experience and using practical methods to support change.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has nine years of experience working in psychotherapy and has substantial work with addiction and trauma-related problems.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is an LMFT, which is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and practices in California.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking.

How is pricing handled?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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