Gustavo Nava, LCSW

Gustavo Nava is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 24 years of experience based in Connecticut. He works with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship strain, and stress. Gustavo also lists codependency, family of origin issues, and sleep problems among the concerns he addresses.

He focuses on helping people name the patterns that keep them stuck. Sessions look at where strong emotions come from and what keeps them going. Gustavo teaches evidence-based skills to manage emotions and handle difficult moments with more control and clarity.

Early sessions are used to build trust and set clear goals. He and the client map out specific objectives and practical steps to work toward them. The emphasis is on learning concrete techniques and on noticing what does and does not help in daily life.

Gustavo blends relational and experiential methods in his work. That means he pays attention to how people relate in close ties while practicing skills in session. He uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to shape the work.

He offers therapy in English and Spanish and brings nearly a quarter century of clinical practice to each conversation. Clients can expect straightforward talk, skill practice, and steady attention to the goals they set together.

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