- 40 years experience
- California LMFT
- Family and parenting
About Gregory
Gregory Putzka is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 40 years of professional experience. He focuses on relationship concerns, family strain, intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and self-esteem. He also addresses body image, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, men's issues, midlife concerns, self-love, and sexuality.
In sessions Gregory aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where people can say what they think and feel. He encourages clear talking and steady listening so concerns can be understood together. He keeps things direct and practical to help clients take small, doable steps forward.
He often helps people untangle communication habits that keep problems repeating. That may include looking at how conversations start, how boundaries get set, and how anger or fear shapes what people say. He supports parents who are worn out by daily conflicts and want clearer routines and calmer interactions.
When relationships end, he helps people sort practical matters while also addressing the emotional fallout. He pays attention to shame, guilt, and forgiveness work so people can move on without holding painful stories inside.
Taking the first step can feel scary, and he acknowledges that. Gregory invites prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session to see if his approach fits their needs.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Gregory uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear communication and practical change. One common thread is communication work, which examines patterns in how people speak and respond; this approach helps with repeated arguments, misunderstandings, and building healthier routines. Another frequent focus is emotion processing and forgiveness work, which helps people name painful feelings like shame or guilt and find ways to move forward without carrying those emotions alone.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gregory collaborates with each person to identify what fits their needs and goals, and he adjusts methods as those needs change. He aims to make decisions about technique together rather than prescribing a single path from the start.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing sessions during a work break or between family obligations. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when that's more practical and offering continuity when schedules shift. Ask about session options when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements match your daily routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Gregory help with?
He supports people facing relationship strain, family conflict, intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and self-esteem struggles. He also works on body image, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, men's issues, midlife crisis, self-love, and sexuality.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He creates an open, nonjudgmental space and favors clear talking and steady listening. Sessions tend to be practical and focused on small, doable steps that address daily life.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 40 years of professional work experience in the field. That experience includes helping people navigate both everyday family concerns and deeper relationship shifts.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT - licensed in California. His practice is based in that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start if I want to work together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.