Giovanni Bass, LCSW

Giovanni Bass is a Licensed Clinical Social-Worker who works with people facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, and borderline personality concerns, and who also provides marital counseling and family consultation. He develops individualized treatment plans that address impulse control, anger management, communication skills, self-awareness, self-esteem, perspective, and persistent negative thought patterns.

With more than five years of clinical experience, he has treated individuals across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, bringing a global perspective to his work. Giovanni offers spiritually integrated psychotherapy that emphasizes self-knowledge and the cultivation of a relationship with a higher power for those who wish to include spirituality in their healing process.

He has military experience and has had the opportunity to work with veterans and active duty service members dealing with trauma and adjustment difficulties. Giovanni draws from several clinical modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, rational emotive therapy, and psychodynamic therapy, tailoring each plan to the needs of the person in front of him.

He approaches care with support and encouragement, helping individuals discover internal resources and greater clarity of purpose. Giovanni frames therapy as a collaborative journey and invites people to take the first step while he accompanies them through the process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Giovanni often integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into his work, helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values to guide meaningful action. ACT can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and the behaviors that maintain them. CBT is commonly applied for depression, anxiety, impulse control, and sleep-related concerns because it offers practical strategies for change.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is another approach Giovanni draws on when relationship patterns and emotional bonds are central to the work. EFT focuses on emotions and interactional cycles and can support couples and families in improving connection and resolving recurring conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Giovanni works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with licensed professionals like Giovanni offers flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and people can also connect through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from wherever one is located.