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Monica Z. Nowakowski

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

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Available both in-person and online
3099 Telegraph Avenue Berkeley, CA 94705
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 Monica Z. Nowakowski now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 662-6114

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3099 Telegraph Avenue

Berkeley, CA 94705 map

 (510) 662-6114
What a time we're living in! I am available to you via phone and in-person. I have daytime hours available on Wednesday and Fridays.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and LGBTQ+ 
$230 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (510) 662-6114
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3099 Telegraph Avenue

Berkeley, CA 94705 map

 (510) 662-6114
What a time we're living in! I am available to you via phone and in-person. I have daytime hours available on Wednesday and Fridays.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and LGBTQ+ 
$230 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $230
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Zelle

Insurance

  • Medicare
  • PPO plans
  • Out of Network
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At this time I am accepting direct payment . I accept cash, checks, or Zelle. I use a medical billing service for Medicare and other insurances- complementary for clients. To verify insurance I will ask you to contact Nor Cal Medical Billing 1530-622-1017.
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 662-6114
"
At this time I am accepting direct payment . I accept cash, checks, or Zelle. I use a medical billing service for Medicare and other insurances- complementary for clients. To verify insurance I will ask you to contact Nor Cal Medical Billing 1530-622-1017.
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 662-6114

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCS13419 Monica Z. Nowakowski

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 28 years
  • Attended University of California, Berkeley, Social Welfare , Graduated 1985

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from International Critical Incident Stress Foundation
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I may be available for crisis response to the field, in office or on zoom for EMS providers and the community. I provide initial response and follow-up one time debriefing group per protocol. This may fall under my volunteer availability.
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 662-6114
"
I may be available for crisis response to the field, in office or on zoom for EMS providers and the community. I provide initial response and follow-up one time debriefing group per protocol. This may fall under my volunteer availability.
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 662-6114

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Cancer
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • critical incident stress management
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • family caregiving
  • First Responders
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (510) 662-6114
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Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (510) 662-6114

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Blind Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Polish

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Blind Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
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
  • Flash Technique
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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I assess to determine what treatment type might work best for you. I do answer questions you may have.
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 662-6114
"
I assess to determine what treatment type might work best for you. I do answer questions you may have.
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 662-6114

Location

Primary Location

3099 Telegraph Avenue

Berkeley, CA 94705

(510) 662-6114

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What a time we're living in! I am available to you via phone and in-person. I have daytime hours available on Wednesday and Fridays.
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 662-6114
"
What a time we're living in! I am available to you via phone and in-person. I have daytime hours available on Wednesday and Fridays.
Photo of Monica Z. Nowakowski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Monica Z. Nowakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 662-6114