Faauuga Moliga-Puletasi

LCSW, 8 years of experience
Rated 4.9 stars out of 529 ratings
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Are you looking for someone you can trust? Do persistent fear, self-doubt, or emotional ups and downs keep you from living your full potential? You may feel stuck, frustrated, or disconnected from the life you want—struggling not only with your own emotions but also while working through relationships with partners, friends, or family. I understand—I’ve been there, and it doesn’t feel good.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

The first session is about getting to know you—no pressure, no judgment. We’ll discuss what brings you to therapy, including challenges with anxiety, trauma, or relationships, and what you hope to achieve. You set the pace, and I’ll explain my approach, answer questions, and ensure you feel comfortable. By the end, we’ll have a clear plan to move forward, helping you feel heard, supported, and empowered.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

One of my greatest strengths is my ability to create a calm, grounded space where boys and men feel safe enough to be real—even if they’re not used to opening up. I understand the pressure many men face to appear strong, hold it all together, or avoid vulnerability. I don’t expect clients to come in emotionally fluent or ready to dive deep right away. I meet them where they are, with patience, respect, and zero judgment. I’m direct but compassionate—I say the hard things when needed, but always in a way that honors your dignity and autonomy. I bring a steady, non-reactive presence to the room, which to help you feel anchored even when exploring difficult or overwhelming material. Another strength is my ability to translate therapeutic concepts into something practical and relatable. Whether it’s trauma responses, anxiety patterns, or emotional regulation, I break it down in ways that make sense and feel usable. Above all, I believe in the resilience of the people I work with—and I’m committed to helping you reconnect with your own strength, clarity, and confidence.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with boys, teens, and men who are struggling with anxiety, unresolved trauma, emotional shutdown, or difficulty expressing what they’re really feeling. Many of my clients have been taught to stay quiet, be tough, or “handle it themselves”—but that hasn’t brought them the peace or strength they hoped for. Instead, they feel overwhelmed, isolated, reactive, or disconnected. Whether you're young boy dealing with emotional outbursts or a grown man silently battling panic attacks or past trauma, I provide a supportive space that meets you where you are. I’m especially skilled at helping clients who: Feel pressure to appear strong but are falling apart inside Have experienced trauma—physical, emotional, or relational—that still lingers Struggle with anxiety, anger, or feeling emotionally numb Want to be present and connected in their relationships but don’t know how Are curious about healing, even if they’re unsure what that looks like yet

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Offers in-person in 3976 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94114Virtual
My treatment methods

EMDR

Used to help individuals process trauma they’ve encountered throughout their lives

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Used to help individuals build self esteem and heal trauma wounds

Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 29 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

July 11, 2025

It was great talking with Faauuga, he listened and help me make connections about things that I was bringing up and the way they affected me emotionally. From the first session I felt that we were heading down a path of healing and figuring out how to deal with the emotions and feeling I deal with.

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Faauuga

May 17, 2025

Really down to earth. Not judgmental, great first impression. Looking forward with working with him.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Faauuga