Lawrence Goncalves Jr.

Lawrence Goncalves Jr. is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who focuses on helping people feel and function better. He brings 25 years of experience in mental health work and aims to leave clients thinking or performing better than when they first came in.

He began his career after earning a B.A. in Juvenile Counseling from the University of Washington. His early work was at a community mental health clinic serving youth, and he later worked in juvenile offender services, domestic violence shelters, community centers, and youth group homes. He earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington and holds the LICSW credential.

Lawrence uses a mix of therapeutic approaches and draws on what fits each person. He incorporates client-centered methods to focus on each person's goals and uses cognitive behavioral ideas to address patterns of thought and behavior. Mindfulness practices are part of his work for helping people manage stress and anxiety in the moment.

He has experience addressing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, grief, sleep problems, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also helps with attachment and abandonment issues, blended family and fatherhood concerns, communication problems, codependency, and the effects of divorce or infidelity.

Sessions aim to be practical and grounded. Lawrence emphasizes safety and a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change. Prospective clients are invited to start the process and see if his style fits their needs.

Mindful and Practical Approaches for Online Work

Mindfulness Therapy involves slowing down to notice thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations without judgment. It can help people manage stress, reduce reactivity, and build steady attention in everyday life.

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's goals and experiences. The therapist listens, reflects, and supports people as they decide what changes matter most to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It uses simple exercises to change unhelpful thinking and to build practical skills for mood, anxiety, and behavioral concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that fit the person's needs. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions so they feel useful and relevant.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time. Some people find shorter check-ins easier during a workday, or prefer options that do not require video. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available. Online work can make it simpler to practice skills in daily life and to keep therapy consistent when schedules are tight.