- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Justin
Dr. Justin Lutz is a California psychologist with 23 years of experience. He works with adults on concerns such as anger, addictions, depression, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and grief. He also helps people who are navigating identity questions related to LGBT matters and supports those coping with trauma and life transitions.
His approach focuses on helping people speak plainly about what is happening in their lives. Sessions aim to identify patterns that lead to angry reactions, impulsive behavior, or recurring conflict. He uses practical conversation, problem solving, and skill practice to help people try different ways of responding.
Dr. Lutz blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques. That means he listens for what matters to each person, and then helps test out thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Mindfulness strategies are used to notice strong feelings without acting on them, and solution-focused work narrows in on small, achievable changes.
He has a background working with teenagers involved in the juvenile justice system and with adults facing substance use and family or childhood trauma. That clinical history informs how he handles impulsivity, anger, and substance-related concerns in adults.
People who reach out complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. The first conversations are practical and aimed at clarifying what to work on next and what methods might fit best.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Lutz uses client-centered therapy to focus on each person's goals and experience, listening carefully to what matters and shaping sessions around those concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy is used to spot thought and behavior patterns that feed anger and mood problems, then try practical changes to test what helps. Mindfulness practice is offered to increase awareness of strong feelings and create space before acting on them.Finding the right mix of approaches is treated as a collaborative process. He will discuss which methods seem most useful based on the client's goals, symptoms, and preferences, and then adjust over time as needed. The plan is practical and revisited as progress is made.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can help fit therapy into busy schedules by reducing travel and allowing shorter check-ins when needed, or by making it easier to schedule sessions around work or family commitments. It also lets therapists and clients practice skills and review worksheets during or between meetings to reinforce changes in day-to-day life.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He helps with losing temper in close relationships, workplace frustration, resentment that builds over time, and reactions tied to impulsivity.
What is his general therapy style?
He combines client-centered listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work to test new responses and habits.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Dr. Lutz has 23 years of experience working with people on mood, addiction, trauma, and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a CA Psychologist 31972 and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can I have sessions from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How do fees and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.