Dr. Justin Lutz, CA Psychologist
Compassionate psychologist for anger and life change
Book with JustinWorks with
- Anger
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
How Justin works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- CA Psychologist
- Licensed in
- California
- Years in practice
- 23
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Justin
Dr. Justin Lutz is a California psychologist with 23 years of experience who focuses on helping people manage anger and related concerns. He offers a calm, compassionate presence and aims to make beginning therapy feel less overwhelming.
His approach centers on listening first and matching support to each person's needs. Dr. Lutz uses straightforward, practical methods to help people change patterns that cause distress.
He blends Client-Centered care with cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness to address problems like depression, bipolar mood shifts, ADHD, and addiction.
Background and approach
Sessions aim to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, and then build simpler ways to respond to triggers. His work includes supporting people coping with trauma, grief, family conflict, and major life changes. He also assists clients who are exploring gender identity and those navigating challenges related to being LGBTQ.
Dr. Lutz has experience with substance use concerns and with people who struggle with impulsivity and control issues. Across sessions, he focuses on clear goals and small, achievable steps.
Solution-Focused techniques are used to identify strengths and practical next steps. Clients can expect a mix of reflective conversation and concrete strategies they can try between sessions. Dr.
Lutz offers phone and video meetings as well as live chat and text-based messaging. He encourages an initial conversation to answer questions and to find a comfortable way to begin therapy.
What Justin works with
Everything Justin lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Justin's practice.
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Impulsivity
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Justin lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches used in online sessions and how they help
Dr. Lutz commonly combines Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and responding without judgment so clients can explore what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns.He also integrates Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice strong emotions without being carried away by them. Mindfulness practices can reduce impulsive reactions and support calmer choices when anger or stress arises.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will ask about goals, daily routines, and what has helped or not helped before. From that starting point, he will suggest approaches and invite feedback so the plan fits the client's preferences and needs.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions let you work face-to-face from different locations. Phone calls can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging offer brief check-ins and flexible ways to share progress between longer sessions. These options aim to make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.
Questions people ask about Justin
What kinds of problems does he help address?
He works with a wide range of concerns including anger, addictions, depression, bipolar mood issues, ADHD, trauma, grief, relationship and family problems, and challenges related to identity and life purpose.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He brings warmth and empathy and blends Client-Centered listening with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to create practical steps people can use between sessions.
How many years has he practiced?
He has 23 years of clinical experience working with adults and teens on issues such as substance concerns, trauma, and mood disorders.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a California psychologist with licence CA Psychologist 31972 and practices from California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
He meets by video call, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs.
How does pricing and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire.