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William Goldberg

William Goldberg

California

Calm, experienced therapist for sleep and stress

  • 25 years' experience
  • English
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Credentials
LPCC, LMHC
License
LPCC, California · 451; LMHC, Washington · LH60841434
NPI
1780073528
Based in
California
  • 25 years experience
  • Sleep and wellbeing
  • Collaborative care

About William

William Goldberg is a licensed therapist with more than 25 years in the mental health field. He holds LPCC and LMHC credentials and practices in California. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma, substance concerns, and sleep and wellness issues.

He aims to make the therapy room a calm, nonjudgmental place. He listens to what matters most and works collaboratively to set practical goals. Sessions focus on what the client wants to change and small steps that lead to improvements.

William uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of concerns. That includes support for people dealing with abandonment, attachment problems, codependency, and communication difficulties. He also offers help for those facing divorce, fatherhood challenges, fertility worries, and feelings of emptiness or shame.

People who have struggled with substance use, domestic violence, or personality-related issues can find direct, goal-focused support in his work. He brings steady experience to situations involving co-occurring problems and long-standing patterns that get in the way of daily life.

When sleep is a concern, he will help identify patterns and practical changes that can improve rest. He encourages realistic strategies that fit into everyday routines rather than quick fixes. The focus is on clear steps clients can try between sessions to build better sleep and overall wellbeing.

How evidence-based approaches guide online care

William uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people make real changes. One common approach focuses on practical skills to reduce anxiety and manage stress; it teaches step-by-step strategies for calming the body and shifting unhelpful thinking. Another approach targets sleep and rest by identifying daily habits and thought patterns that interfere with sleep, then introducing small behavioral changes to improve rest.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what is working and adjust the plan as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find it simpler to keep a series of sessions when they can join from their usual routines, which helps sustain progress over time.

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

Credentials

California, Washington

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, and substance use among other concerns.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and nonjudgmental, focusing on practical steps and clear goals developed together with the client.

What is his professional background?

He has more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field supporting a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

What credentials and region apply to his practice?

He holds LPCC and LMHC credentials and practices in California.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions priced?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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