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Lawrence Goncalves Jr., LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Lawrence is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Lawrence. View 18 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Washington

Recent reviews

My Goncalves is very tentative and understanding and constantly checks in.

Reviewed May 2023

Lawrence makes you feel cared for and he goes above and beyond to help you with your issues. 5 stars ⭐️

Reviewed March 2023

More about Lawrence

  • 25 years' experience
  • Male
  • LICSW

Hello to All… and to all

My name is Lawrence, I really enjoy my career and I have made it my professional and personal goal to leave you feeling, thinking and/or performing better than you were when we first met. I have been working in the therapy world for over 25 years beginning the summer after I graduated from the University of Washington (U of W) with my B.A. in Juvenile Counseling. My first 10 years out of college began at a community mental health clinic as a youth and family counselor. I slowly but surely began gaining valuable experience working with youth and their families. Throughout my career I have worked in a variety of settings to include but not limit to juvenile offenders, domestic violence shelters, community center and youth group homes. After earning my Master of Social Work degree from the U of W, I went on to become a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) providing and specializing in mental health therapy. Over the years I have provided mental health treatment and/or services to an array of individuals, couples, families, groups, and communities all ages of different ethnic, cultural and/or racial backgrounds.

Frist and foremost I believe safety is paramount and the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and a client is the key component to attaining positive treatment outcomes. I use a multitude of clinical and/or therapeutic approaches when providing treatment to include but not limited to foundationally trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Multisystemic Therapy (MST), using a combination of treatments strategies serve as realistic and usable approaches to better manage, resolve or solve, tolerate and/or think differently about real life challenges and/or problems.

It will be my pleasure to be your therapist

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Bipolar disorder Depression Addictions Family conflicts Grief Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Coaching Abandonment Attachment issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Communication problems Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Impulsivity Infidelity Jealousy Men's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Lawrence Goncalves Jr.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427183409.

  • LICSW · Washington · LW00009741 · Expires April 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Lawrence Goncalves Jr.

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

18 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Easy Great Helpful Recommend Excellent Grateful Thoughtful Understanding Comfortable

My Goncalves is very tentative and understanding and constantly checks in.

Reviewed May 2023

Lawrence makes you feel cared for and he goes above and beyond to help you with your issues. 5 stars ⭐️

Reviewed March 2023

I had ended my sessions with him but I was able to come back to him easy. I just opened the app again and was able to reconnect with him again.

Reviewed January 2023

Gonsalves is thoughtful and reflects consideratively on our discussion. I enjoyed our discussion

Reviewed December 2022

Good guy

Reviewed December 2022

He was great, listened and offered guidance and provided helpful resources.

Reviewed November 2022

Lawrence is very well versed in multiple modalities of therapy and really takes time to listen to his patients and work through their needs, tailoring a treatment plan to the patients needs not to his strengths as a therapist.

Reviewed November 2022

Lawrence it's an excellent listener and he guides you through your thoughts so you can find and answer, also motivates you to do more for your self and makes you believe in your self when you are already lost your self

Reviewed January 2022

Lawrence is a great listener and I have found my sessions with him to be very helpful. He has helped me to have more insight into what I have been struggling with and good suggestions on ways to work through it.

Reviewed January 2022

Lawrence is absolutely phenomenal and I extend my highest recommendation for him as a therapist. He is personable, understanding, genuine, and absolutely willing to meet you where you are. Lawrence has helped me realize things that I didn't know about myself and solidified truth that has set aside my self doubt. This has been my best therapy experience. I'm grateful for the wisdom Lawrence has bestowed upon me.

Reviewed November 2021

He listened carefully to my goals. He gave me space to talk but also directed our talks so that it would be productive. I felt very safe talking about things that were difficult for me to say.

Reviewed November 2021

Lawrence is an excellent therapist. He helped me identify some negative patterns in my thinking which got me through a rough path in my life, and for that I am grateful. Thanks Lawrence!

Reviewed November 2021

Lawerence was immediately relatable. He approached as an expert listener and made me feel like I was talking to an old friend. He heard my story first, then gave me situation specific tools and strategies to work with. I found comfort in knowing these were tools and strategies he had also practiced in his own life. My situational awareness has improved. I feel less angry and more thoughtful when working with my stressors. I am thankful for the time I spent in therapy and proud I made the invested into my own mental health.

Reviewed September 2021

Lawrence is a fantastic counselor. He’s an active listener and has the ability to articulate complex ideas in a way that’s easy to understand. He’s great at asking questions, and I feel like he genuinely cares about helping me achieve my goals for therapy. 10/10 recommend!

Reviewed July 2021

I had the wonderful chance to work with Lawrence. He is knowledgeable, friendly, professional, funny, and very helpful for my situation. With his help, I was able to grow and learn more than I would have by myself. He was there when I needed counseling and support. I would highly recommend him to anyone, especially my loved ones. Thank you Lawrence!

Reviewed June 2021

It's important to me that my counselor meets me where I am at. I have had a few counselors in my life and it can always be hard rehashing my history out but Lawrence makes me feel comfortable and validated in my feelings. I appreciate his honesty, willingness to help me become more mentally competent and self aware.

Reviewed April 2021

Lawrence has an easy, disarming style, and quickly cut to the core of a lot of issues I've been having. It's only my third week working with him and I'm seeing positive results in my mental health.

Reviewed March 2021

Lawrence, through BetterHelp.com helped me through a difficult time. I won't hesitate to recommend the service.

Reviewed January 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lawrence Goncalves Jr. offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Lawrence Goncalves Jr. works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Lawrence Goncalves Jr. speak?

Lawrence Goncalves Jr. speaks English.

How many years of experience does Lawrence Goncalves Jr. have?

Lawrence Goncalves Jr. has 25 years of experience.

Where is Lawrence Goncalves Jr. licensed to practice?

Lawrence Goncalves Jr. is licensed to practice in Washington.

Does Lawrence Goncalves Jr. accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Lawrence Goncalves Jr. does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Lawrence Goncalves Jr. offer?

Lawrence Goncalves Jr. offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Lawrence Goncalves Jr.?

Lawrence Goncalves Jr. can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Lawrence Goncalves Jr.?

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