Giancarlo Pia, LMSW, LCSW
Licensed in Michigan · 19 years in practice
Giancarlo Pia is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Michigan who brings 19 years of experience to his work.
License and registration
- LMSW, Michigan
- 6801096847 · expires June 2027
- LCSW, California
- 24629 · expires May 2027
- NPI
- 1023113131 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 19
- Languages
- English
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About Giancarlo
Giancarlo Pia is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Michigan who brings 19 years of experience to his work. He emphasizes a straightforward, respectful approach and treats each person as the expert on their own life. Sessions focus on practical steps people can take to feel steadier and more able to manage daily stressors.
He helps people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, and substance use concerns. He also supports those facing parenting challenges, relationship issues, anger, and the effects of past trauma and abuse.
Background and approach
His experience includes working with people from LGBTIA+ communities and those who identify as gender fluid or non-binary. Giancarlo uses a mix of evidence-informed methods such as acceptance and commitment ideas, cognitive behavioral techniques, and client-centered conversation. He blends these so sessions match what each person needs in the moment.
Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are also part of his toolbox when they fit the goals. In the first meetings he listens for what matters most and helps set clear, manageable goals. He aims for practical changes - such as new ways to respond to stress, improve communication, or reduce avoidance.
Progress is tracked in small steps so people can see what’s working. People who want a calm, direct style and help translating insight into action may find his approach useful. He invites people to bring their real concerns and life details so work can be relevant to everyday life.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Giancarlo lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Guilt and shame
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Giancarlo names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Approaches that guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking small actions toward those values despite difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to shift unhelpful patterns, often helping with anxiety, mood problems, and behavior change.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist listens to what the person wants to achieve, discusses options, and tries methods that fit the person's goals and comfort level. Adjustments are made as progress is observed so work stays relevant and practical.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging lets people fit sessions into busy days. Video is helpful for in-depth conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging are useful for quick check-ins, shorter reflections, or keeping momentum between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent across life changes and schedules.
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Questions people ask
What kinds of problems does Giancarlo address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, parenting issues, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem concerns, bipolar and ADHD related challenges, and related family and career stresses.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is direct and practical while remaining supportive. He blends client-centered conversation with cognitive and acceptance-based techniques to help people set and reach small, useful goals.
What is his professional background?
He has 19 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns, including work with people from LGBTIA+ communities and those who identify as gender fluid or non-binary.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds a Michigan LMSW and a California LCSW and practices in Michigan.
Can clients meet in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He works with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to allow different ways to connect depending on needs and schedule.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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