- Anxiety and depression
- Addiction and trauma
- ACT CBT DBT
About David
David Bradshaw is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with eight years of clinical practice. He holds an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Social Sciences. He works with adults on concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, trauma and abuse, bipolar symptoms, and issues around identity and relationships.
David blends practical, skills-based work with longer-term talking therapies. He uses methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered approaches. Sessions often focus on breaking problems into manageable steps and developing everyday skills clients can use between meetings.
His background includes five years in corrections and law enforcement before training as a counselor. That experience shapes a direct, matter-of-fact approach to problem solving. He also draws on interests in yoga, meditation, and martial arts to support clients who want behavioral tools for regulation and focus.
David often helps people dealing with life transitions common in early adulthood, like starting work, changing relationships, or handling financial and career stress. He also works with concerns such as grief, intimacy-related issues, ADHD-related challenges, parenting questions, and anger or communication problems.
He provides care in English and accepts international clients. Cost varies with location and sessions operate on a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches guide online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and commit to small steps that align with those values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and getting unstuck when decisions feel overwhelming. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful thinking and coping habits. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be useful for strong mood swings, anger, and relationship conflicts.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick strategies that match current needs and goals. That might mean using skills practice one week and values-focused work the next, depending on what feels most helpful.
The profile does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use approaches like ACT and CBT in between-session practice, with homework and quick skill refreshers that fit into everyday life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and related issues listed in his profile, including relationship and career concerns common in young adults.
What is his therapy style like?
He combines practical skills training with conversational therapy using ACT, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered methods to address thoughts, behaviors, and values.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience as a counselor, and previously spent five years working in corrections and law enforcement before entering clinical practice.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is an LMHC in Washington and lives in Birch Bay, Washington.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and services, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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