Ronald Wussick, LCSW

Therapist in California

Ronald Wussick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 40 years of experience.

Licensed inCalifornia
License8542
NPI 1578294377
Experience40+ years
LanguagesEnglish

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About Ronald

Ronald Wussick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 40 years of experience. He offers calm, practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and relationship struggles. He focuses on clear, respectful conversation to help people take the next step toward change.

Ronald adapts the way he works to each person's needs. Sessions focus on what matters now - coping strategies, habits, and small changes that add up.

Background and approach

He listens for patterns that create pain and helps people try new ways of responding. His approach draws on attachment ideas to look at how early bonds shape current relationships. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and make purposeful choices.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. People come to him for a range of concerns including grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, eating or sleeping problems, ADHD, and career or life transitions. He also supports those dealing with codependency, substance and process addictions, infidelity, and hospice or end-of-life matters.

Ronald keeps a straightforward style in sessions. He aims to be respectful, sensitive, and down-to-earth. He works with people to build practical plans and small steps they can try between meetings.

Credentials

LCSW (California): License 8542 · expires September 2026
NPI: 1578294377 · national provider identifier

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Ronald lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Depression
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Codependency
Dependent personality
Drug and alcohol addiction
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Jealousy
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Sex addiction
Sexual dysfunction

Approaches Ronald names

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Online support

How attachment and behavior work in online therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape how people connect now. It can help uncover patterns in close relationships and improve emotional safety and trust. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on values and committed action; it helps people notice painful thoughts and still move toward what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets specific thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression and to change unhelpful routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ronald collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their situation and goals. He combines techniques as needed and checks in regularly to see what is helping and what to adjust.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video allows face-to-face conversation when deeper interaction is helpful. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or messaging is useful for shorter check-ins, practicing skills, or fitting support into a busy day. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while balancing other responsibilities.

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Frequently asked

What concerns does Ronald address?

He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, sleep and eating problems, ADHD, career changes, and related issues.

What is Ronald's general style in sessions?

He keeps a respectful, down-to-earth approach and focuses on practical steps. Dialog and plans are tailored to each person's needs and goals.

What experience does he bring?

He has 40 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges.

Where is he licensed and located?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Work can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with Ronald?

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