Federico Godina

Federico Godina is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, trauma, and low self-esteem. He brings seven years of professional experience and a calm, steady presence to conversations about difficult feelings. Federico aims to make the first step toward change feel less overwhelming for people seeking more balance and confidence.

He focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be talked about plainly. Sessions emphasize practical skills and short-term strategies people can use between meetings. He uses clear language and simple tools rather than jargon.

Federico draws from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help with strong emotions and unhelpful thinking patterns. He also uses Client-Centered and Mindfulness-based techniques to support emotional awareness and self-compassion. Motivational Interviewing helps when people want to build motivation and stick to changes.

In sessions, he works with each person to set realistic goals and small steps forward. Conversations often include identifying patterns, testing different coping strategies, and practicing new behaviors. Federico checks in on progress and adjusts the plan when needed.

Federico practices in California and conducts sessions in English. He emphasizes collaboration and respect, helping people feel understood while they work toward clearer thinking and steadier mood.

How his approaches work in online therapy

Federico uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thought patterns that feed anxiety, anger, or low mood, and then test simple behavior changes to reduce distress. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for managing intense emotions and building better coping tools in the moment.

He combines those methods with Client-Centered techniques that focus on listening and understanding each person's goals. Finding the right mix of approaches is collaborative - Federico will work with the client to decide what fits their needs and preferences and adjust the plan over time.

Session options are not listed here; please confirm current session formats before booking. Online therapy can make attending sessions easier to fit into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use tools and worksheets during or between sessions to practice new skills and track progress.