Donald Lavezzo, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Donald Lavezzo

Focus areas

Coping Mechanism Development

Men's Mental Health Issues

Stress

Drug Addiction

Relationship Struggles

Stress Management

Life Transition

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Existential

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Donald Lavezzo

Hi there, I'm Donald! My name is Donny Lavezzo. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in the Bay Area, CA. I approach all of my work with kindness, compassion, and genuine presence, aiming to meet my clients exactly where they are. I believe healing comes through creating a trusting and safe therapeutic container, where clients can show up as their authentic selves without judgment or fear. I earned my Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley, which laid the foundation for my commitment to mental health and human connection. My approach is heavily influenced by CBT, DBT, somatic therapy, and tending to the care of the nervous system. I provide practical skills and tools to help clients establish safety and regulation in their bodies and nervous systems. I also draw on attachment theory, psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness to illuminate unconscious patterns and bring greater awareness and insight. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, existential dread, or relationship issues, I can walk with you through these challenges and help you gain clarity. My intention is always to create safety and foster openness, acceptance, and nonjudgment. I offer a compassionate and encouraging stance to promote agency and empowerment for my clients. In many ways, I feel my work as a therapist was chosen for me. My personality, early family experiences, and personal struggles with addiction and depression have guided me toward this profession. Working on my relationship with myself and improving my mental health has created a solid foundation for building a meaningful life. It is a privilege and an honor to share this with others and support them on their healing journey.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

University of California, Berkeley (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1730864422

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What practice does Donald Lavezzo work with?

Donald Lavezzo works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Donald Lavezzo?

Donald Lavezzo frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Donald Lavezzo on their profile.