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Joe Narvid, LCSW

Experienced California LCSW supporting diverse needs
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBTQ and gender
  • Veterans and military

About Joe Narvid

Joe Narvid is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with decades of professional experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and depression. He has long-standing experience supporting LGBTQ individuals and families, and more than ten years of focused work with active military personnel and veterans. His practice includes support for self-esteem and motivation as well as complex concerns such as trauma and abuse, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, and end-of-life matters.

He works to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly, and he emphasizes empowerment and practical steps toward a more fulfilling life. His background includes work with relationship and attachment difficulties, body image and communication problems, issues related to prejudice and discrimination, and challenges faced by people in non-monogamous relationships. He draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs.

Throughout his career he has supported people facing isolation, guilt and shame, infidelity, personality concerns, and the distinct stresses experienced by men, veterans, and those living with chronic health issues. He offers steady clinical guidance and encouragement for those taking the often-difficult first steps toward change.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Joe Narvid have?

Joe Narvid has 30 years of experience.

Is Joe Narvid a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CA LCSW 6399.

In which languages does Joe Narvid provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Joe Narvid located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Joe Narvid as my therapist?

You can work with Joe Narvid through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Joe Narvid work with international clients?

Yes, Joe Narvid works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Joe Narvid cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

ACT, Attachment Work, and CBT in Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and build practical habits that move them toward a meaningful life. It is often used for stress, anxiety, and difficulties with motivation by teaching skills to accept difficult feelings while committing to actions that matter. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns that develop in close relationships and aims to improve connection, communication, and trust - useful for attachment issues, intimacy problems, and relationship distress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more effective strategies for managing mood, anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Joe Narvid works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, and he adapts techniques over time as those needs change.

Online therapy with Joe is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexible access to care. These options allow people to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and continue work with a licensed professional from different locations, making consistent support more practical and accessible.

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