George Francis Giles, LCSW

Licensed in California · 10 years in practice

George Francis Giles greets people who are feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck.

License and registration

LCSW, California: 130418 · expires May 2027
NPI: 1346902194 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 10
Languages: English

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About George

George Francis Giles greets people who are feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck. He helps individuals sort through stress, anxiety, changes at work, identity questions, relationship concerns, and grief so they can take clearer next steps. He is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - practicing in California with ten years of experience.

Sessions are straightforward and practical. Conversations focus on what matters most to the person in front of him and on simple tools that can be used between meetings.

Background and approach

His work often centers on LGBTQ+ concerns, gender identity, sexuality, and the effects of prejudice and isolation. He also supports people facing addiction, bipolar mood challenges, end-of-life and hospice issues, and the strain of aging or caregiving. When relationship or intimacy issues come up, he helps people clarify needs and communicate more directly.

George blends talk and action. He uses client-centered listening to understand the story someone brings. He adds elements from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to teach coping skills and to change patterns that cause pain.

People who prefer a collaborative style will find his approach steady and practical. He works with clients to set small goals, practice new skills, and track progress over time. His aim is to make therapy useful in daily life, not just in the therapy room.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything George lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Bipolar disorder
Aging and geriatric issues
Communication problems
Gender dysphoria
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Sexuality

Approaches George names

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Online support

How his approaches work online

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client's lead to understand what matters most. This approach helps people feel heard and build clarity about goals and values. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns and reduce anxiety or low mood. Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, emphasizes building skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for intense emotions and relationship stress.

Choosing the right approach is something he does together with each person. He will ask about needs, goals, and daily life and then recommend ways of working that fit those priorities. If an approach doesn't feel right, it can be adjusted during the process so the work stays useful and manageable.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let people have face-to-face conversations without travel, while phone sessions can fit into a work break or be easier when less bandwidth is available. Live chat and text-based messaging support shorter check-ins, quick skill practice, or ongoing coaching between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent even with busy schedules or changing commitments.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does he commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career issues, addictions, grief, intimacy-related problems, bipolar mood challenges, and many LGBTQ+ related concerns including gender identity and sexuality.

What is his therapy style like?

His style is collaborative and straightforward, combining attentive listening with practical skills teaching from approaches like CBT and DBT to help with day-to-day coping.

How much experience does he have?

He has ten years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life challenges.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He holds an LCSW, which is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted; services are provided to people located in California.

What session formats are available?

He meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.

How does pricing and getting started work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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