Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
3099 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705
Let's Connect (510) 662-6114
With compassion and humor I provide a safe place for adults to get help with personal situations such as relationship/work stress, break-ups, retirement, chronic/ life-threatening illness and disability, depression, anxiety, dementia, care-giving of people of all ages, and "coming out". Life transitions have a common thread - loss, grief, and opportunity. Even joyful experiences can be difficult. You may feel stuck, out-of-control or have worrisome regrets and anxiety. You may feel "at a loss", you can't just "shake it off", or feel "it's taking a toll" on you.
I help people deal more effectively and safely with the challenging or overwhelming personal or professional situations. I have extensive experience working health professionals. With guidance, clients find that they can identify patterns that are not useful anymore, re-gain hope, and learn more useful ways to manage emotions/behavior and relate to others.
Clients state that they appreciate the depth of my knowledge, accepting stance and humor. I believe that my diverse work history, training (see LinkedIn), personal experiences and explorations allow me to find and hold onto hope when it appears there isn't any and the fortitude to guide clients on their respective journeys.
Call or Email Monica Z. Nowakowski now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 662-6114
Let's Connect (510) 662-6114
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $230
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, ZelleInsurance
- Medicare
- PPO plans
- Out of Network
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 662-6114
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCS13419 Monica Z. Nowakowski
- In Practice for 27 years
- Attended University of California, Berkeley, Social Welfare , Graduated 1985
- Licensed by State of California / LCS13419
- Certificate from International Critical Incident Stress Foundation
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (510) 662-6114
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Life Transitions
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- critical incident stress management
- Dementia
- Depression
- Divorce
- family caregiving
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Lesbian
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (510) 662-6114
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Polish
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Polish
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Critical Incident Stress Management
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (510) 662-6114
Location
Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Neighborhoods
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 662-6114