Therapist profile
David Ackerman, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationship and Parenting
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- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About David
David Ackerman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 22 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, parenting, relationship concerns, grief, trauma and a range of other issues adults commonly bring from home life.
He works in a conversational, interactive way. Sessions typically focus on practical coping skills, clearer communication, and making daily life more manageable. He draws on approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered work, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy to guide the work.
In practice he helps people talk through relationship tensions, parenting strain, mood swings, addiction concerns, grief, and changes that come with illness or aging. He also supports people dealing with body image, eating and sleeping problems, anger, low self-esteem, and workplace stress. He frames the work around clear goals and steady problem-solving.
His background includes long-term clinical work with people who have chronic mental health conditions and complex life histories. That experience shapes a calm, steady approach to difficult material and to sorting through relationship patterns. He aims to build a working alliance that supports practical change and better day-to-day coping.
People interested in starting can expect a focused first session to set goals and outline next steps. David accepts international clients and works in English.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that fit their values. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes where practical steps matter.Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what a person says, so they can clarify goals and build self-direction. This approach supports work on self-esteem, relationship concerns, and coping skills.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on understanding emotional responses and how they shape relationship patterns. It can help people who want clearer emotional expression and steadier connections at home.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client will review options together and choose methods that fit the client’s goals and preferences. That collaborative decision may change as needs shift over time.
The biography does not list which session formats are used, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into work and family routines, or helpful when travel is difficult. Phone sessions can be a shorter check-in and use less bandwidth, while video sessions let the therapist and client read facial expressions and body language. Licensed professionals can adapt these methods so therapy fits everyday life without requiring long trips.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship tension, parenting strain, grief, trauma, addictions, bipolar concerns, and related issues adults bring from home life.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses an interactive, conversational style that combines client-centered work with goal-focused strategies and psychodynamic ideas.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 22 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns, including chronic mental health issues and relationship patterns.
What credentials and location apply to his practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York.
Does he conduct sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English, and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video or phone sessions are offered.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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