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Justin Colwell
Experience
5 years
Based in
California
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

Therapist · California

Justin Colwell

LCSW

Calm, practical support for stress and trauma

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License and NPI on record

LCSW
California · 108254
NPI
1033577531

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  • Practical coping tools
  • Respectful listening
  • Goals you set

About Justin

Justin Colwell is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and the effects of trauma and abuse. He presents a calm, respectful approach and focuses on practical steps people can use day to day. Justin emphasizes compassion and sensitivity while tailoring conversations to each person’s situation.

With five years of professional experience, Justin adapts the pace and focus to match what each person needs. He works with people who struggle with self-esteem, anger, and life changes that follow loss or abandonment. He also supports those facing chronic illness, caregiving strain, body image concerns, and challenges related to adoption and attachment.

Sessions are shaped around what the client brings. Justin listens first, then helps set clear, realistic goals. He breaks problems into manageable steps and offers tools to reduce distress and improve coping in everyday life. Progress is discussed openly so plans can be adjusted when needed.

Justin is licensed in California as an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He provides services in English and accepts international clients. Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

To begin, prospective clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire. Scheduling is arranged according to the therapist's availability and the client’s needs.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Approaches and how online therapy can help

Justin uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and coping strategies. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches breathing, grounding, and behavior tools to reduce anxiety and manage stress. These techniques help people handle overwhelming moments and regain a sense of control.

Another approach is trauma-informed support that focuses on safety, pacing, and rebuilding coping after difficult experiences. This kind of work helps people understand how past events affect current reactions and build new ways of responding that reduce distress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences, try methods that fit your needs, and adjust the plan as you progress. Clients are involved in choosing what feels most useful and realistic for their lives.

Because the biography does not list specific session formats, please confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit into busy days. It can reduce travel time, make shorter check-ins possible during work breaks, and let people use tools and exercises between sessions to practice new skills.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Justin address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, and related issues such as self-esteem and anger management.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Justin uses a straightforward, compassionate style that starts with listening and then sets clear, manageable goals tailored to each person.

What experience does he bring?

He has five years of professional experience working with people facing anxiety, addiction, trauma, and related challenges.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is an LCSW, which means Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and is licensed in California.

Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled?

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

What are the first steps to start therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time based on the therapist's availability.

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