Therapist profile
Dr. Justin Lutz, CA Psychologist 31972
California psychologist - family and parenting concerns
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- Addictions
- Mood disorders
- Parenting stress
About Justin
Dr. Justin Lutz is a California psychologist (CA Psychologist 31972) with 23 years of experience. He sees adults who are dealing with relationship strain, parenting pressures, mood disorders, addiction concerns, grief, trauma, and issues related to gender and sexual identity. He speaks English and practices in California.
He begins by listening to what matters most to the person in front of him. Sessions focus on what the client wants to change. He uses clear, practical conversations rather than jargon. That might mean looking at thought patterns that keep someone stuck or trying small, manageable steps to reduce harmful behaviors.
His work draws on client-centered methods that emphasize the client's perspective. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. Mindfulness techniques are offered to help people notice emotions and reduce reactivity. Solution-focused ideas are used to set concrete goals and track progress from week to week.
Dr. Lutz has experience working with people affected by substance use and by family or childhood trauma. He has also worked with teens involved in juvenile justice systems in previous clinical roles, and supports people who identify along the LGBTQIA2S+ spectrum as they consider next steps in their life. He highlights practical coping skills for everyday life and for challenging moments at home.
For people new to therapy, he recommends an initial conversation to outline goals and options. The first sessions are used to find the right focus and to decide what approach or mix of approaches will be most useful.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Lutz uses client-centered therapy to focus on the person's perspective and priorities. That approach means the therapist listens carefully and follows the client's lead when setting goals and topics to address. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, with concrete exercises and homework between sessions to practice new skills.Choosing the right approach is something he treats as collaborative. He will talk with the client about goals and try different methods to see what fits best. Together they decide whether to focus more on behavior change, present-moment awareness, or short-term solution work depending on what helps most.
Confirm session formats before booking because the biography does not list specific online options. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use practices such as mindfulness or behavioral experiments between meetings. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT exercises and solution-focused goal setting to remote sessions so the work stays practical and tied to daily life.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with adults on addictions, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting stress, and issues related to LGBT identity.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses client-centered listening combined with CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to set goals and change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of clinical experience, including work with people affected by substance use and with system-impacted teenagers in juvenile justice contexts.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a California psychologist with license CA Psychologist 31972 and practices in California.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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