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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
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Leonard Szymczak

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW

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Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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For the past 40 years, I worked in Australia & America as a therapist and educator. I was Director of the Family Therapy Program in Sydney and later worked with the Family Institute at Northwestern University. Since I am also a writer, I see you as the main character in your personal story called to face & transform adversity into personal happiness. I help individuals overcome anxiety & depression & help couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and increase love & intimacy. I am the co-author of "Power Tools for Men: A Blueprint for Healthy Masculinity" & co-author of "Fighting for Love: Turn Conflict into Intimacy."
In therapy, I create a safe environment to help you rewrite your story. I empower you to discover thoughts, feelings, & behavioral patterns that create anxiety, depression, or relationship problems and create a story of healing and transformation. In couples therapy, I coach you to alter negative interactions, resolve conflict, & communicate in loving ways.
Having grown up in a household with domestic violence and family dysfunction, I became committed to personal and spiritual growth. My personal story and beliefs are contained in my books, "The Roadmap Home" and "Power Tools for Men," both Amazon bestsellers. To view my TEDx talk, "In the Age of Superheroes, Where Are the Fathers?" Google TEDx Szymczak.
Call or Leonard Szymczak now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 625-6704

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Leonard Szymczak

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

(949) 625-6704

27601 Forbes Rd

#49

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 map

My website
Clients living in Orange County can see me in my Laguna Niguel office. I also provide therapy on the phone and online video.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Men's Issues and Anxiety 
I see individuals, couples and families  
As a psychotherapist for 40 years, I offer individual and couple counseling that empowers you to change your story and your life.
Leonard Szymczak
Let's Connect (949) 625-6704
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Leonard Szymczak

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

(949) 625-6704

27601 Forbes Rd

#49

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 map

My website
Clients living in Orange County can see me in my Laguna Niguel office. I also provide therapy on the phone and online video.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Men's Issues and Anxiety 
I see individuals, couples and families  
As a psychotherapist for 40 years, I offer individual and couple counseling that empowers you to change your story and your life.
Leonard Szymczak

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Payment Methods

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Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I give a superbill to my clients who submit it to their insurance for reimbursement.
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Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 625-6704
"
I give a superbill to my clients who submit it to their insurance for reimbursement.
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 625-6704

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCSW23713 Leonard Szymczak
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of Illinois, Graduated 1971
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Guild of Hypnotists Hypnotherapy Training / 1997
  • Certificate from Family Institute at Northwestern 2 year Training in Marriage and Family Therapy / 1976
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Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (949) 625-6704
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (949) 625-6704

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Men's Issues
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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During the initial session, I help you clarify the problems you are having, whether they be emotional, mental, or relational. I then provide an assessment as well as a roadmap for treatment. That includes a concrete plan with tools that empower you to improve your life. Most of my clients see an improvement in their situation within the first month.
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 625-6704
"
During the initial session, I help you clarify the problems you are having, whether they be emotional, mental, or relational. I then provide an assessment as well as a roadmap for treatment. That includes a concrete plan with tools that empower you to improve your life. Most of my clients see an improvement in their situation within the first month.
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 625-6704

Endorsement

Cort Curtis
Cort Curtis
PsychologistPhD
I have direct experience with Leonard in working with a variety of issues and situations that bring people into therapy. He is empathetic, kind, and direct, and gets right to the heart of the matter. He is an expert on men's and couples' issues.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Imago
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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As a psychotherapist for over 40 years, I have incorporated many models and techniques. I tailor the therapeutic approaches to your individual needs to achieve the best results. By the end of the first session, you will come away with a roadmap that outlines steps to improve your life along with concrete ways to achieve that.
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 625-6704
"
As a psychotherapist for over 40 years, I have incorporated many models and techniques. I tailor the therapeutic approaches to your individual needs to achieve the best results. By the end of the first session, you will come away with a roadmap that outlines steps to improve your life along with concrete ways to achieve that.
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 625-6704

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Location

Primary Location

Leonard Szymczak

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

(949) 625-6704

Additional Location

27601 Forbes Rd

#49

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

(949) 625-6704
"
Clients living in Orange County can see me in my Laguna Niguel office. I also provide therapy on the phone and online video.
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Call for a free consultation now - (949) 625-6704
"
Clients living in Orange County can see me in my Laguna Niguel office. I also provide therapy on the phone and online video.
Photo of Leonard Szymczak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Call for a free consultation now - (949) 625-6704