Giovanni Bass, LCSW

Giovanni Bass is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, and midlife crisis concerns. He also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, addictions, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. Giovanni presents in a straightforward, practical way so people can talk through what is happening and find clearer next steps.

He emphasizes listening first. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, managing impulses, improving communication, and shifting unhelpful thoughts. Giovanni uses tools from cognitive behavioral approaches and emotionally-focused work to work on relationships and difficult memories.

His style includes client-centered attention that looks at values and what matters most. That can include exploring attachment and family dynamics, addressing codependency or control issues, and rebuilding trust after infidelity or separation. He also brings experience supporting men with questions about purpose and direction.

Giovanni has 14 years of experience as an LCSW and has worked with people from diverse backgrounds. He practices in North Carolina and conducts sessions in English. His background includes helping people create realistic plans for change and practicing skills between sessions so progress continues outside the appointment.

People who choose him can expect practical steps, calm listening, and focused work on clear goals. To begin, readers should confirm session formats and scheduling details before booking.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often useful for life changes, midlife questions, and worry about the future. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going, which can help with anxiety, depression, sleep, and impulse control. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on emotions in relationships and helps people improve connection and communication with important others.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and then together they will try methods that fit the client. That collaborative process can include small experiments between sessions and check-ins on what helps most.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example by reducing travel time, allowing a shorter check-in during a work break, or offering alternatives when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Licensed professionals can use the approaches above adaptively in virtual sessions to practice new skills, try communication exercises, and work through difficult memories in a way that matches each person’s needs.