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Earl Liotti

Earl Liotti, LMFT

Therapist in California

Practical, compassionate therapy for life changes

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9 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English languages

  • Nonjudgmental listening
  • Goal focused steps
  • Mindful and relational

About Earl

Earl Liotti is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who brings nine years of clinical experience to sessions. He focuses on helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship struggles, grief, and questions about self esteem. Earl aims to meet each person where they are and begin from their lived experience.

He uses a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance in the room. Earl listens first and follows the person’s lead to figure out what matters most in their life. He draws on several methods to fit the situation, including cognitive-behavioral ideas, attachment-based perspectives, client-centered principles, existential questions, and mindfulness practices.

In practical terms his work often starts with clear goals and small steps. That can mean spotting thoughts and behaviors that keep a problem going, practicing new ways of relating to others, or building habits that reduce anxiety and cravings. He also helps people process loss, trauma, and big life changes in ways that feel manageable.

Earl’s background includes substantial work with addiction and trauma, and he says his own experience with mixed feelings about starting therapy shapes how he supports others. He invites people who want change to talk through options and next steps.

He practices in California and offers sessions in English. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details to match their needs.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Earl commonly draws on attachment-based work and cognitive-behavioral therapy to guide his sessions. Attachment-based work focuses on how early relationship patterns shape current connections and helps people improve how they relate to others. Cognitive-behavioral therapy looks at the thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them, which can be especially helpful for anxiety, depression, and addictive patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy itself. Earl works collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences. He listens to what matters most, tries different strategies, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Practical benefits of online work include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week, which can make it simpler to keep consistent appointments. Online work can also allow for shorter check-ins when life is hectic or for conversations without needing to travel. Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking to ensure they meet your needs and schedule.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGrief

Also works with

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Earl address?

Earl works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, anger, self esteem, bipolar challenges, and coping with life changes.

How would he describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach and starts from the client’s own experience. He mixes listening with practical steps to help people change thoughts, behaviors, and relationship patterns.

What is his professional experience?

He has nine years of clinical experience working in psychotherapy, with extensive work in addiction and trauma-related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, practicing in California.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

What session formats does he offer?

Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking to ensure they match your needs.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by clicking the continue button on this profile, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.

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