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William Goldberg

William Goldberg, LPCC, LMHC

Licensed counselor - Anxiety and relationships

California

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Credentials
LPCC, LMHC
License
LPCC, California / 451; LMHC, Washington / LH60841434
NPI
1780073528
Experience
25 years
Languages
English
Location
California
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Sleep and wellness

About William

William Goldberg is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with 25 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and sleep concerns. He works with individuals coping with substance use and recovery and a broad set of related challenges.

William uses a collaborative approach in sessions. He and the client set practical goals and try methods that fit the person’s daily life. Conversations are direct and focused on what is most pressing, such as managing panic, improving communication, or restoring better sleep.

In early meetings he gathers a clear picture of symptoms, routines, and relationship patterns. He may suggest evidence-based techniques to reduce anxiety, address trauma responses, or support recovery from substance use. Progress is tracked through regular check-ins and adjustments to the plan.

He also helps people work through concerns like abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and feelings of emptiness. Practical skills for communication, boundary setting, and coping are commonly part of sessions. He frames work around everyday constraints and helps clients try changes between meetings.

William’s background across two state licenses informs a pragmatic style grounded in clinical experience. Prospective clients who want clear goals and concrete strategies often find this approach useful. To begin, a short matching process leads to scheduling a first session.

How evidence-based methods are used online

William uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and symptom reduction. One approach often used in this kind of work teaches practical coping strategies for anxiety and panic, including breathing and behavior-based exercises to reduce distress and improve functioning. Another common approach addresses trauma by helping people process upsetting memories in manageable steps and build stabilizing routines to support sleep and daily life.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. William will collaborate with clients to identify which techniques fit their goals and preferences. That may mean trying one method for a few sessions, checking progress, and adapting the plan based on what helps most.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know the formats he is offering. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find remote sessions helpful for maintaining continuity of care while juggling work and family obligations.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFatherhood issuesFertility issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issues

Experience

25+ years

Listed in

California, Washington

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and sleep issues. Additional focus areas include substance use, attachment and codependency.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses a collaborative, practical style that focuses on clear goals and techniques you can apply between sessions. Sessions emphasize direct conversation and measurable steps.

How much experience does he have?

He brings 25 years of experience in the mental health field. That experience includes work with trauma, substance use, and relationship concerns.

What are his credentials and location?

He holds LPCC and LMHC credentials and practices in California while also licensed in Washington. Sessions are offered from his California practice.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current pricing during the matching process.

How do I start a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you to the intake and booking steps.

William GoldbergLPCC, LMHC

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