- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Guilt and shame focus
- CBT and mindfulness
About David
David Yadush is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) and a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in California with eight years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with issues like anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and questions about sexuality and identity, including LGBTQ+ concerns and gender dysphoria. He also focuses on guilt and shame and the ways those feelings show up in daily life.
David's approach is collaborative and practical. He listens first, then helps people name what is most troubling. Sessions often focus on thinking through patterns, learning tools for stress and mood, and practicing new ways to respond in relationships and at work.
He uses several therapy methods to suit different needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test them against real situations. Client-Centered Therapy keeps the client's perspective central and respects pacing. Mindfulness practices are offered to calm intense feelings and improve focus.
David also draws on psychodynamic ideas to notice repeating patterns that come from past experiences. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone wants to change habits or move toward a clearer goal. He blends these approaches so the work stays practical and grounded in the client's immediate concerns.
People come for help with mood disorders, stress, sleep problems, coping with illness or chronic pain, and career questions. The aim is to build clearer choices and daily practices that reduce the weight of shame and guilt over time.
How his approaches translate to online work
David commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test the thoughts that keep them stuck, which can be done through discussion, homework exercises, and brief in-session experiments. Client-Centered Therapy keeps the focus on the client's priorities and pace, letting the therapist follow what matters most in each meeting. Mindfulness Therapy provides simple attention and breathing practices to reduce overwhelm and improve sleep and stress management.Choosing which approach to use is part of the work together. He will talk with clients about their goals and try different methods to find what fits best. That collaborative process helps decide whether to emphasize thought-focused work, skill practice, or deeper exploration of past patterns.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, or reduce the need to travel. Licensed professionals often use web or phone sessions to help people keep therapy consistent with daily life and responsibilities.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexuality and identity questions, mood disorders, and guilt and shame among other concerns.
How would he approach shame or guilt in sessions?
He uses practical methods like CBT to examine unhelpful thoughts and mindfulness to ease intense feelings while talking through how those feelings affect daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience working with adults on mood, identity, and stress-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LPCC and LPC credentials and practices in California.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does he offer?
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location; 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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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