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Dr. Lou Bordisso, LMFT

Stress, Anxiety LGBTQ+ Relationships Grief Depression
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

Lou A. Bordisso, Ed.D. has been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 1987. He graduated from California State University with a B.A. in social welfare, the University of San Francisco with an M.A. in marriage and family counseling, and Ed.D. in Educational Psychology and Franciscan School of Theology at the Graduate Theological Union with an M.Div.
His professional profile includes, but is not limited to, Employee Assistance Program Administrator for a government program; Outpatient Supervisor for insurance firms, Outpatient Supervisor for Forensic Mental Health for a government program; Hospice Spiritual and Pastoral Care; Substance Abuse, Process Addictions, and Co-dependency Counselor for various Inpatient and Outpatient treatment facilities; Social Service provider among populations underserved; LGBTQ (GAY MEN), Sexuality, and Sexual Orientation Behavioral Health in private practice.
Dr. Bordisso has a reputation for being a warm, compassionate, and empathetic provider with a listening ear and caring heart. His counseling and therapy modalities include, but are not limited to, supportive therapies; existential/philosophical life issues, client-centered counseling; spiritual and/or pastoral care concerns; LGBTQ (GAY MEN) and sexuality issues and concerns; work/employee-related issues and problem-solving utilizing an Employee Assistance Program modality; cognitive-behavioral orientation; Early-stage Alzheimer's, Mild Cognitive Impairment and related memory issues and caregiving concerns, all according to assessment and counseling modality needed, given preferences due to presenting issues.

Professional experience

35yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety LGBTQ+ Relationships Grief Depression

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Aging and geriatric issues, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

CA LMFT 22768

Reviews

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He listens well and offers lots of great advice.

Written on Aug 10, 2024 after therapy with Lou for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

Dr. Bordisso has been an exceptional therapist for me. His expertise is evident in his attentive listening, insightful questions, and ability to pinpoint core issues. He consistently provides valuable guidance during sessions, and even shares relevant articles afterwards to reinforce our discussions. Dr. Bordisso's genuine care for my progress, combined with his professional skills, has empowered me to make positive and lasting changes. These changes have led to stronger relationships, reduced stress, and a more fulfilling life. Thank you, Dr. Bordisso!

Written on Jul 06, 2024 after therapy with Lou for 11 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes

Dr. Bordisso is very kind and knowledgeable. Thank you and look forward to our next session.

Written on Jun 05, 2024 after therapy with Lou for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes

Trustworthy Dr! Who listens and cares about his patients

Written on May 03, 2024 after therapy with Lou for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse

Dr. Bordisso seems to have a firm grasp on my mental health complications, and takes that into account when making recommendations. I have come to trust him more than any of the other therapists I've been too.

Written on Mar 23, 2024 after therapy with Lou for 2 months on issues concerning lgbt, grief, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd

Very knowledgeable and very easy to talk to!

Written on Jan 08, 2024 after therapy with Lou for 1 month on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues