Therapist profile
Geoffrey Faustman, LMFT
South Dakota
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, South Dakota / LMFT11525; LMFT, California / 96882
- NPI1659809655
- Experience11 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationSouth Dakota
About
- ACT
- CBT
- Gottman Method
About Geoffrey
Geoffrey Faustman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 11 years of clinical experience in South Dakota. He focuses on helping adults who feel stuck by addressing anxiety, anger, depression, shame, and related concerns. His approach is direct and goal oriented, aimed at identifying what clients want to achieve, preserve, avoid, or eliminate.
Geoffrey works in short, focused steps. He looks at how thoughts, choices, and actions interact to produce real outcomes. He helps people notice strengths they already have and put those strengths to use. Values are used as a guide in making decisions that feel meaningful.
He draws on evidence-based methods to address core fears and practical problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a regular part of his work to shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and solution-focused tools when they fit the client’s goals.
Sessions move from identifying clear, achievable goals to practicing specific skills. Geoffrey aims for measurable progress rather than open-ended talk. He says he does not want clients in therapy forever and concentrates on steps that lead toward living a fuller life.
He works with a wide range of concerns including relationships, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, career stress, and men’s issues. Sessions are conducted in English and follow the professional requirements for an LMFT in South Dakota.
How sessions work
How ACT and CBT are used in online sessions
Geoffrey commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present; it can help with issues like anger, avoidance, and life changes. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill practice; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger management.Choosing which approach to use is part of the work. Geoffrey discusses goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. He helps clients decide together which methods to try and adjusts the plan as progress is made.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
South Dakota, California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, trauma and related life changes.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses a direct, active, goal-oriented style that highlights what you want to achieve, preserve, avoid, or eliminate.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of experience working as a clinician in South Dakota.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) licensed in South Dakota and practices in South Dakota.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Session cost varies by location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the see online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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