Lydia Piutau

Welcome to the first step of the rest of your life. Deciding to begin your therapeutic journey can feel overwhelming and sometimes impossible. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m passionate about helping people feel heard, understood, and empowered. I strive to create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and build the tools they need to move forward. My approach is collaborative and grounded in respect for each person’s unique story and strengths.

My goal is to create a safe environment for you to grow, succeed, and explore the things that you have been struggling with. This could be feelings of anxiety, trauma, communication issues, difficulty establishing boundaries, toxic relationships with family or friends, or a major change in your life that has left you feeling “what do I do now?” Our work together will include identifying triggers and patterns of behavior, as well as recognizing roadblocks and reframing negative thoughts.

I specialize in trauma, adoption, substance use, grief and loss, foster care, anxiety, relationships, parenting, and divorce.

In our first session, we will take time to get to know one another and discuss what brings you to therapy. We’ll explore your current concerns, goals, and what you hope to gain from the therapeutic process. I will also review confidentiality, discuss how sessions are structured, and answer any questions you may have about therapy.

Together, we will begin identifying patterns, strengths, and areas for growth to help guide our work moving forward. This session is designed to be collaborative and supportive, allowing you to share at your own pace as we start building a foundation of trust and understanding.