Giancarlo Pia , LMSW, LCSW

Giancarlo Pia is a licensed social worker with clinical credentials in both California and Michigan. He earned his Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential in California in 2008 and his Licensed Master Social Worker - Clinical credential in Michigan in 2014. LMSW refers to Licensed Master Social Worker and LCSW refers to Licensed Clinical Social Worker, indicating advanced training and clinical practice authority in social work.

He has extensive experience supporting people facing anxiety, trauma, and depression, as well as those dealing with family conflict, grief and loss, parenting challenges, and substance use and recovery. He has also worked significantly with members of the LGBTIA+ community, including individuals who identify as gender fluid or non-binary, bringing familiarity with the unique concerns that can accompany identity and relationship issues.

Pia approaches therapy from the perspective that each person is the expert on their own story and possesses strengths that can be mobilized to address life’s challenges. He emphasizes the courage required to seek change and aims to support and empower people as they take steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

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