Adriene Faust, LCSW
Seasoned LCSW for trauma and families
- Addictions and trauma
- Family and relationships
- International teletherapy
About Adriene Faust
Adriene Faust is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with two decades of experience supporting people through difficult life transitions and persistent challenges. She has worked extensively with individuals and families affected by addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and the interpersonal strains that can arise in relationships and family systems. Adriene applies a compassionate, respectful approach to each person she meets, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect the client’s unique circumstances and goals.
With a focus on empowerment, Adriene encourages clients to take courageous steps toward greater well-being and a more satisfying life. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and blended family issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, and problems related to intimacy, communication, and codependency. She also supports people coping with chronic illness, caregiving demands, adoption and foster care questions, and substance use challenges.
Adriene emphasizes collaboration and sensitivity, meeting clients where they are and adjusting therapeutic work to fit individual needs. Her experience includes working with LGBT clients, those facing career or life-change stressors, and people managing conditions such as bipolar disorder and ADHD. Throughout her work she aims to create a supportive environment that helps clients build skills, clarify values, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
With a focus on empowerment, Adriene encourages clients to take courageous steps toward greater well-being and a more satisfying life. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and blended family issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, and problems related to intimacy, communication, and codependency. She also supports people coping with chronic illness, caregiving demands, adoption and foster care questions, and substance use challenges.
Adriene emphasizes collaboration and sensitivity, meeting clients where they are and adjusting therapeutic work to fit individual needs. Her experience includes working with LGBT clients, those facing career or life-change stressors, and people managing conditions such as bipolar disorder and ADHD. Throughout her work she aims to create a supportive environment that helps clients build skills, clarify values, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Adriene Faust have?
Adriene Faust has 20 years of professional experience in the field.
Is Adriene Faust a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 16527.
In which languages does Adriene Faust provide therapy?
Adriene provides therapy in English.
Where is Adriene Faust located?
Adriene is located in California.
How can I work with Adriene Faust as my therapist?
You can work with Adriene Faust through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Adriene Faust work with international clients?
Yes, Adriene Faust works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Adriene Faust cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approach-Focused Online Therapy with a Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Adriene integrates therapeutic methods that emphasize values, relationships, and the client's own goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and build practical habits that align with those values; it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating rooted in early relationships and supports healing around trust, connection, and family dynamics; it can be especially helpful for attachment issues, adoption and foster care concerns, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy places the client’s experience at the center of sessions, using empathy and nonjudgmental listening to foster self-awareness and personal growth; this approach suits those seeking a supportive, collaborative space to process grief, self-esteem challenges, and major life changes.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Adriene works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts her approach over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic limitations. These modalities make it easier to maintain regular sessions, access licensed professionals from different locations, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for the client.