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David Yadush

David Yadush

LPCC, LPC

California

Compassionate, practical support for life transitions

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At a glance

Credentials
LPCC, LPC
License
LPC, Pennsylvania / PC010452; LPCC, California / 10734
Experience
8 years
Languages
English
Location
California

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    • LGBTQ affirming
    • Goal focused
    • Evidence informed

    About David

    David Yadush is a licensed therapist based in California who focuses on helping people through major life changes and identity questions. He works with clients who are navigating mood struggles, anxiety, relationship stress, or questions about sexuality and gender. He explains things plainly and aims to make sessions feel like a steady, practical conversation.

    He uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change and to build motivation at a comfortable pace. He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client's lead, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to try practical steps for managing thoughts and behaviors.

    Over eight years of practice inform his approach, and he combines different methods to match each person's situation. Sessions focus on clear goals, workable tools, and understanding how past experiences affect today’s feelings. He pays particular attention to issues like chronic pain, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety.

    He offers an affirming environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer concerns and supports people working through gender dysphoria and related topics. He also helps with career stress, sleeping problems, guilt and shame, and compassion fatigue.

    People who choose him can expect a collaborative process that starts with where they are now and builds step-by-step plans. He encourages small experiments between sessions and regular check-ins on progress and goals.

  2. How therapy approaches translate to online work

    Motivational Interviewing focuses on eliciting a person's own reasons for change through open questions and reflection; it can help when someone feels stuck or unsure about taking the next step. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes listening and following the client's concerns, creating space for people to set the pace and topics of discussion. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers straightforward skills to try between sessions, which can feel useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. That choice can shift over time as needs change, and the therapist will check in regularly to make adjustments together.

    Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce commute time. They also let people use audio-only meetings when video is not convenient or try video when visual cues help the work. The focus is on making therapy practical and usable in everyday life while adapting methods like Motivational Interviewing and CBT to the online setting.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    LGBTSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

    Also works with

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesDepressionCoaching

    Additional focus areas

    Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    8+ years

    Listed in

    Pennsylvania, California

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

    He works with people facing anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, relationship stress, and career or life-change challenges. Additional focuses include chronic pain, gender dysphoria, PTSD, and social anxiety.

    What is the general therapy style used in sessions?

    Sessions are collaborative and practical, combining Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered techniques, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to set goals and try manageable steps between meetings.

    How much experience does the therapist have?

    He has eight years of clinical experience working with the listed concerns and adapting methods to each person's needs.

    What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?

    He holds LPCC and LPC credentials and practices in California.

    Which languages are sessions offered in?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can people outside the therapist's country seek sessions?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How is cost handled for sessions?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    What are the first steps to begin therapy?

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

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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