I have been working with Mr. Pia for more than a year, and to say his therapy has been transformative is an understatement. He is kind, patient, supportive, and has helped me become a more calm, focused, and confident person. As a gay man, I've found his insights particularly helpful and I feel like he understands me deeply. I look forward to our weekly sessions, and his thoughtful guidance has helped me live a more balanced and fulfilling life. He's the best!
Giancarlo Pia, LMSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Giancarlo is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Giancarlo. View 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Michigan and California
Recent reviews
Giancarlo offers a friendly conversation and many tools I’ve been able to use to increase my overall well-being. Highly recommend
More about Giancarlo
- 19 years' experience
- Male
- LMSW, LCSW
I am licensed in Michigan (LMSW-Clinical, in 2014) and California (LCSW, in 2008). I have experience supporting clients with anxiety, trauma, & depression, family conflict, coping with grief and loss, parenting challenges & needs, and substance use/recovery. I also have also worked significantly with members of the LGBTIA+ community and with those who identify as gender fluid or non-binary.
I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change.
I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Body image
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Guilt and shame
Men's issues
Mood disorders
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Giancarlo Pia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023113131.
- LMSW · Michigan · 6801096847 · Expires June 2027
- LCSW · California · 24629 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Giancarlo Pia
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have been working with Mr. Pia for more than a year, and to say his therapy has been transformative is an understatement. He is kind, patient, supportive, and has helped me become a more calm, focused, and confident person. As a gay man, I've found his insights particularly helpful and I feel like he understands me deeply. I look forward to our weekly sessions, and his thoughtful guidance has helped me live a more balanced and fulfilling life. He's the best!
Giancarlo offers a friendly conversation and many tools I’ve been able to use to increase my overall well-being. Highly recommend
He has been an amazing therapist thus far. Very understanding and flexible with rescheduling needs when something comes up. Has been very helpful with neurodivergent forms of thinking, lgbt+ issues, living with a disability, and working through trauma. All around, couldn’t have asked for a better match
I have enjoyed my sessions with Giancarlo. He is very friendly and asks good questions in order to provide effective suggestions and work for me to do. Thank you!
so far he has been amazing. very helpful and cares about me.
I cannot express how grateful I am to have met Giancarlo and worked with him. As someone who is really trying to grow into my own skin a bit more, and accept and understand parts of my identity, I couldn't have found a better person or professional to help.
I found he is very thoughtful and working on exactly what my needs are. His listening skills are brilliant, and ability to bring aspects that provoke thought are very good for me. It’s been a great experience.
Mr. Pia is a great listener, and seemed to understand me pretty much off the bat. He's currently offering me a ton of ways to help myself slow down and shut off the world for a while, which is something i desperately need and suck at lol. Our talks never feel like a full session, time flies by so fast. I get everything I need, we're able to just chat, and I trust him completely.
Frequently asked questions
Does Giancarlo Pia offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Giancarlo Pia works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Giancarlo Pia speak?
Giancarlo Pia speaks English.
How many years of experience does Giancarlo Pia have?
Giancarlo Pia has 19 years of experience.
Where is Giancarlo Pia licensed to practice?
Giancarlo Pia is licensed to practice in Michigan and California.
Does Giancarlo Pia accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Giancarlo Pia does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Giancarlo Pia offer?
Giancarlo Pia offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Giancarlo Pia?
Giancarlo Pia can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Giancarlo Pia?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.