Therapist profile
David Albert, LCSW-C
LCSW-C therapist - Parenting and family concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- CBT and ACT methods
About David
David Albert is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW-C (Maryland), with six years of practice experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, ADHD, relationship and career concerns. He also supports people dealing with sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, and life transitions.
David keeps sessions direct and conversational. He listens first, then uses practical interventions drawn from cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and psychodynamic ideas. Sessions often include concrete steps to try between meetings and time to talk about what did or did not help.
Parents and adults worried about family conflict or parenting strain will find a focus on communication and problem solving. He also offers support around body image, sexual culture topics such as BDSM and kink, isolation, and issues many men face. Discussions can cover work stress, social anxiety, and moving toward clearer goals at home and work.
His style balances listening with active feedback. He avoids labels and focuses on what the person wants to change. That might mean practicing a new habit, testing a different way to talk with a partner, or tracking sleep and mood to spot patterns.
David asks practical questions about daily routines and relationships. He and the client then choose which techniques to use, such as acceptance and commitment ideas to notice thoughts, or cognitive behavior strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. The work aims to make daily life feel more manageable and to help people take small steps toward the changes they want.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
David commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. ACT helps people notice thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values instead of getting stuck on every passing thought. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, behaviors, and moods, and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try techniques, and adjust based on what feels most useful. Decisions about which methods to use are guided by the client's needs and preferences.
Confirm the current online session options before booking, since the biography does not list formats. Online work can make fitting therapy into daily life easier by reducing travel time and allowing sessions during a lunch break or after work. It can also let a person choose shorter check-ins when needed or use video when face-to-face interaction is helpful. Licensed professionals typically discuss practical details like scheduling, session length, and whether to use video or audio at the first appointment so the plan fits everyday routines.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of home and family concerns does he address?
He helps adults with stress, parenting strain, relationship problems, family conflict, and communication issues.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses an interactive, listening-first approach with practical feedback and steps to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of practice experience as a licensed clinical social worker.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He holds LCSW-C licensure in Maryland and provides services from that state.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are used?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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