- Direct and active
- Values driven
- Practical tools
About Geoffrey
Geoffrey Faustman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who takes a direct, active approach to help people move past what keeps them stuck. He focuses on practical goals and clear steps so clients can feel relief from anxiety, anger, depression, shame, or other barriers to daily functioning.
He begins by clarifying what a person is trying to achieve, preserve, avoid, and eliminate. That simple framework helps make sense of how thoughts, choices, and actions interact in real life. Sessions emphasize using a person's existing strengths and tools while aligning actions with personal values.
Geoffrey draws on evidence-based methods and adapts them to fit each person's situation. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other approaches to address common problems and different levels of distress. The aim is not long-term dependence on therapy but reaching clear goals and returning to ordinary life.
His practice covers a broad set of concerns, including stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, and addictions. He also notes a focus on men's issues and supports LGBT-related concerns and career or intimacy-related struggles.
With 11 years of experience, Geoffrey works from South Dakota and conducts sessions in English. He asks people to consider what matters most to them and then helps design steps that match those priorities.
Using ACT, CBT, and Practical Methods in Online Sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts without getting ruled by them and then move toward actions that match their values. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and when decisions feel stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change patterns that cause distress. It can be useful for anxiety, anger, and mood problems. The Gottman Method offers structured ways to address relationship patterns and improve communication in close partnerships.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative process may shift over time as goals change or progress is made.
Confirm the current session options before booking, since specific formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so appointments are simpler to keep. It also lets people work with licensed professionals from where they live in South Dakota without having to commute, while the therapist and client together find a rhythm that fits the client's routine.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
South Dakota, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Geoffrey address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, anger, intimacy-related issues, career concerns, and family and LGBT issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a direct, active, goal-oriented approach that clarifies what you want to achieve and what you want to avoid. Sessions focus on practical steps and using your personal strengths.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Geoffrey has 11 years of experience working with people in therapy settings.
What credentials and region are listed for this clinician?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, listed as SD LMFT and CA LMFT, and is based in South Dakota.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.