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Frank Pavone, LCSW

Licensed LCSW offering collaborative, practical therapy
  • Client-centered care
  • CBT and DBT
  • Online sessions available

About Frank Pavone

Frank Pavone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 17 years of professional experience offering counseling to individuals, couples, and families. He has worked in the prevention and treatment of family violence and has provided victim advocacy for survivors of sexual assault, alongside supporting people coping with depression, loss, and grief. His background includes counseling youth involved in court-ordered diversion programs for behavior problems, truancy, substance use concerns, and adjustment difficulties related to divorce and family separation.

Frank uses a client-centered, solution-focused style that emphasizes collaboration and mutual respect. He takes a holistic view of each person, considering environmental, cultural, and family influences while identifying strengths and motivations for change. Treatment draws from evidence-based methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, with practical techniques to identify and shift negative thinking patterns and to build coping skills. Mindfulness and meditation strategies are often integrated to support emotional regulation and present-moment awareness.

Based in California, Frank works with adults and families on issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflict, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, parenting concerns, and life transitions. He is comfortable delivering sessions by video, phone, live chat, or messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger management

Also Specializes In

AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Frank Pavone have?

Frank Pavone has 17 years of experience.

Is Frank Pavone a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details include CA LCSW 87967 and AZ LCSW LCSW-2279.

In which languages does Frank Pavone provide therapy?

Frank Pavone provides therapy in English.

Where is Frank Pavone located?

Frank Pavone is located in California.

How can I work with Frank Pavone as my therapist?

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

Does Frank Pavone work with international clients?

Yes, Frank Pavone works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Frank Pavone 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Frank Pavone



Frank draws from Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, collaborative space where the client's perspective and goals guide the work. This approach emphasizes active listening, empathy, and building on personal strengths to support change and growth.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and skill-based, often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life transitions.

Mindfulness techniques are integrated to help increase present-moment awareness and improve emotional regulation through simple breathing and attention practices that support stress reduction and resilience.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Frank works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend sessions from different locations, fit therapy into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care with licensed professionals and therapists regardless of geographic constraints.

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