Gregory Kaufman, LICSW

Gregory Kaufman is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) who focuses on helping people move forward from hard moments. He emphasizes practical steps and steady support, and aims to make therapy feel understandable and usable for everyday life.

He draws on approaches such as cognitive behavioral work, acceptance and commitment ideas, and attachment-focused perspectives. In sessions he pays attention to current patterns and day-to-day experience while also exploring family of origin when it helps explain repeated reactions. He prefers plain conversation and concrete tools people can try between visits.

Gregory has worked in the mental health field since 2001 and has provided therapy since 2011, giving him 11 years of direct clinical experience. Much of his work has focused on substance abuse recovery, trauma, loss, and life transitions, and he also supports people facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship or intimacy concerns.

People often tell him they feel heard and not judged in sessions. He says there is usually a way forward and that therapy can help people notice what is already showing up in their daily lives. He meets with people in Massachusetts and offers services in English and Spanish.

To start, he asks people to share what brought them in and what they hope will change. From there he and the client set priorities and pick practical strategies to try, adjusting the plan as needed based on how things go.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice what matters most and take small values-based actions even when feelings are hard. ACT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and major life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and replace them with clearer, more effective actions; it is often used for worry, mood problems, and coping skills. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in relationships that developed early on and helps people try new ways of connecting and responding to others.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about what they want to accomplish, try strategies from these methods, and adjust based on what feels helpful. That process is collaborative and paced to the client's goals and preferences.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people use tools like worksheets and coached exercises between meetings to practice new skills in everyday settings.