- CBT
- DBT
- Mindfulness
About Gustavo
Gustavo Nava is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Connecticut with 24 years of experience. He works with adults who face anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, and relationship struggles, and he lists family of origin issues among his focus areas. Gustavo speaks English and Spanish and supports people dealing with life changes, grief, sleep problems, and mood concerns.
He helps clients identify what keeps certain patterns repeating and teaches practical skills to manage intense feelings. Sessions use evidence-informed techniques to build emotion regulation and clearer decision making. Early meetings focus on getting to know the client and setting straightforward goals for therapy.
Gustavo combines relational work with experiential methods. In practice that means talking through current problems while noticing how earlier family roles still affect choices and reactions today. He draws on approaches like CBT and DBT to offer concrete strategies and on mindfulness and ACT to increase awareness and values-based action.
People who come to him often want to understand how their family of origin shaped expectations, closeness, or conflict. He also works with concerns such as substance misuse, panic, social anxiety, caregiver stress, and issues related to immigration and aging. Sessions are practical and focused on skills and insight.
Gustavo aims to create steady, respectful therapeutic relationships where clients can explore difficult feelings without judgment. He frames therapy as a collaboration and helps people set achievable steps toward clearer boundaries, improved coping, and better day-to-day functioning.
How Gustavo uses evidence-based approaches in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action even when uncomfortable feelings are present. It can help when old family expectations get in the way of chosen goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behavior patterns tied to anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. It tends to involve practical exercises and homework to build new habits.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Gustavo will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their situation, goals, and preferences rather than insisting on a single method. That collaborative choice can change as therapy progresses.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let someone attend from a quieter location without being on camera if they prefer. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, ACT, and DBT skills for virtual meetings to keep sessions practical and focused.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship problems, family of origin issues, grief, sleep problems, anger, and mood disorders.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He combines relational and experiential methods, focusing on skills and increased awareness while exploring how past family roles affect current life.
How much experience does he have?
Gustavo has 24 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is a CT LCSW based in Connecticut.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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