Brian Kaufman

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Brian Kaufman, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in CA More info Licensed Clinical Social Workers, LCSWs, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepting patients

Licensed in CA

Accepts insurance

Hi there, I'm Brian!

Hello. My name is Brian Kaufman. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, & bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

My approach

I have no defined approach. Every client is different and so my approach will be different. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

My focus

I have worked with those wit severe mental illness for over 16 years. I have also worked for many years with employment or job or career related issues. I work mostly with men working with them on men's issues and relationships from the male perspective.

My communication style

My communication style is very direct. But at the same time, I let my clients guide the session.

My journey to mental healthcare

I'm a social worker at heart. I'm here to help others.

My goals for you

Whatever goal a client wants to work on we will work on.

My first session with you

I am here to listen and understand, and that's what I will be doing a lot of in that first session.

About Brian

Specialities

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Autism or Asperger's Syndrome
  • Cultural Stress
  • Job Stress
  • Marital/Pre-marital
  • Men's Issues
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Schizophrenia

Methods

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Solution Focused

Practice

License

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) More info Licensed Clinical Social Workers, LCSWs, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Carelon, Cigna, Decent, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), MHN, Optum, and Tricare West

Languages spoken

  • English

Education

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) - California State University, Long Beach (05/2005)

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

Book the first session


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No slots on Monday, Oct 14.

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No slots on Wednesday, Oct 16.

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No slots on Saturday, Oct 19.

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No slots on Monday, Oct 21.

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All times are shown in Pacific Time (PT)

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No slots on Saturday, Oct 26.

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No slots on Monday, Oct 28.

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No slots on Saturday, Nov 02.

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All times are shown in Pacific Time (PT)

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No slots on Saturday, Nov 09.

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  • Video session
  • 55 minutes
  • Covered by Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Carelon, Cigna, Decent, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), MHN, Optum, and Tricare West Session cost depends on your insurance, most people pay $5-40 per session after meeting their deductible. There aren't any fees for using Rula.

Next Appointment Sunday, October 13

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