- Relationship help
- Parenting support
- Men's wellbeing
About Gregory
Gregory Putzka is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 40 years of professional experience. He focuses on relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, and self-esteem problems. He also addresses men's issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, body image, and feelings of guilt and shame.
His sessions aim to be open and nonjudgmental. He creates a space where people can talk through thoughts and feelings without fear. He encourages taking small steps and recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage.
In session he listens first and then works collaboratively to identify practical steps. Conversations usually focus on clearer communication, repairing strained connections, and managing the emotional fallout of separation. He helps people practice ways to set boundaries, express needs, and rebuild self-respect.
Parenting topics are addressed with straightforward guidance and problem-solving. He helps parents talk through discipline, co-parenting, and how to balance care with personal needs. For men facing midlife questions, he offers a direct, respectful approach to sorting priorities and values.
Gregory draws on long clinical experience to tailor the work to each person. He supports people as they test new behaviors between sessions and reflect on what works. Taking the first step is often the hardest part, and he aims to make that step feel manageable.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to guide the work. One common approach focuses on improving communication skills by identifying unhelpful patterns and practicing clearer ways to express needs and feelings; this helps with conflict, intimacy, and parenting conversations. Another approach emphasizes problem-solving and behavioral changes, breaking larger issues into manageable steps and testing new actions between sessions; this is useful for building self-esteem and navigating separation or midlife decisions.Choosing the best approach is part of the process. The therapist and client will look at the person’s goals, preferences, and the issues at hand and decide together which methods to try. That collaborative decision is revisited as progress is made and needs change.
Confirm the current session options before booking since session formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life and reduce travel time. It also allows for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight and can help people maintain continuity of care despite relocations or changing routines. Licensed professionals can adapt techniques to work well in remote sessions while keeping the focus on practical steps and real-life practice.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Gregory help address?
He focuses on relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and self-esteem concerns. Additional areas include men's issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, and body image.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He creates an open, nonjudgmental space and listens first. Work is collaborative and emphasizes practical steps and clearer communication.
How much experience does he have?
He has 40 years of professional work experience in mental health and therapy practice.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, and practices in California.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.