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David Albert

David Albert

Maryland

Practical support for stress and sleep

  • 6 years' experience
  • English
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Credentials
LCSW-C
License
LCSW-C, Maryland ยท 23893
NPI
1306339940
Based in
Maryland
  • Goal focused
  • Collaborative style
  • Evidence informed

About David

David Albert is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and life transitions. He uses a practical, down-to-earth style to talk through concerns like depression, ADHD, parenting strain, workplace stress, and relationship or family conflicts. David keeps language simple and direct so parents and busy adults can understand next steps quickly.

He draws on several ways of working rather than one roadmap. Sessions typically include careful listening, collaborative goal setting, and short exercises to test what helps between meetings. David mixes cognitive behavioral ideas with solution-focused strategies to break problems into manageable steps.

He also brings psychodynamic and client-centered perspectives to explore patterns that keep problems repeating. That can help when past experiences are shaping current relationships, work habits, or sleep routines. He aims to create a respectful space without labels or judgment.

David has six years of clinical experience and holds the LCSW-C credential in Maryland. He uses that background to support people as they try new approaches and build routines that fit everyday life.

If someone wants practical tools for sleeping better, coping with anxiety, or improving self-worth, David works collaboratively to set clear goals and track progress. He encourages small changes that add up over time.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

David commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in straightforward ways. ACT helps people clarify what matters most and take small steps toward those values even when thoughts and feelings feel heavy. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior, then trying practical exercises to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and change unhelpful routines.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and together they will choose which methods to try. This happens as a collaborative process so the plan fits the client's life and priorities.

Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can focus on practicing new skills. Licensed professionals can use video or phone sessions in ways that match what a person needs that day and help keep momentum between meetings.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

BDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCommunication problemsFamily problemsIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesNarcissismSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

Maryland

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does David help with?

He supports people coping with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, parenting and career challenges, and related issues like body image or isolation.

What is his therapy style like?

The approach is interactive and respectful, combining active listening with practical exercises and goal setting to make change manageable.

What background does he bring to sessions?

David has six years of clinical experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns and uses that experience to tailor care to each person.

Where is David licensed and based?

He holds the LCSW-C credential in Maryland and practices with that state licensure.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided consistent with his Maryland licensure.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a therapy relationship?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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