Greg Zuk , LICSW

Greg Zuk is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 25 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of mental health and life challenges. He earned a master's degree in mental health from West Virginia University in 1991 and has worked extensively in both inpatient and outpatient settings, offering group, individual, and family therapy in hospitals, treatment centers, and residential units before expanding his practice to online care.

He works with adults and children of all genders and brings experience addressing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, intimacy-related difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. His practice also includes coaching support for clients seeking practical steps toward change.

In treatment he draws on common-sense problem solving alongside evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered work, solution-focused techniques, family therapy, human development perspectives, and trauma-informed approaches. LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, indicating advanced clinical social work training and a license to practice independently in clinical settings.

Prospective clients can expect an initial evaluation to review history and goals, collaborative development of a personal treatment plan, and an action phase focused on taking concrete steps toward the changes they want to make. He aims to meet each person where they are and to work alongside them toward measurable progress.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Through Online Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that helps clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Trauma-informed treatment focuses on understanding the impact of traumatic experiences and creating a safe, paced approach to processing trauma and related symptoms. Solution-focused techniques concentrate on identifying goals and small, achievable steps toward change, helping clients move forward when they face specific problems or transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Greg Zuk works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time to find the best fit for each person.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, family, and other commitments, increase access for those who cannot travel to appointments, and allow follow-up and coaching between sessions to support ongoing progress.