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MD, LCSW-C

David Albert, MD, LCSW-C

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationMaryland
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About David

David Albert brings a practical, compassionate approach to work with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem struggles, relationship and family concerns, sleep and parenting difficulties, anger, career questions, and life transitions.

Background and approach

He frames challenges as understandable responses to difficult circumstances and helps clients identify manageable steps toward clearer thinking and steadier mood. With attention to additional areas such as body image, communication problems, isolation, men's issues, workplace stress, and sexual subcultures including BDSM and kink, he offers a broad lens on common and complex concerns.

He practices from a blend of well-established methods, drawing on cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking, psychodynamic ideas to explore deeper patterns, and client-centered and solution-focused strategies to tailor conversations and goals to each person.

Licensed in Maryland and holding both an MD and the LCSW-C credential, he combines clinical training with six years of experience supporting people through change. His style is empathetic and interactive, emphasizing active listening, respect, and collaboration as clients work toward more satisfying daily life and relationships.

Therapeutic approaches and what online work looks like



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then identify personal values to guide meaningful action. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and motivation struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns through practical exercises and skill building, which often helps with anxiety, mood, sleep, and workplace stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-discovery and growth.

Finding the right approach is collaborative rather than fixed. The clinician will work with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and can blend elements from different models as progress unfolds. That flexibility is part of the plan for tailoring care to what actually helps the client.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging so people can connect in ways that suit their schedules and comfort. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, to practice new skills between sessions, and to access therapy from home while still working toward meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can be addressed here?
Work commonly focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, sleep and parenting challenges, anger, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is the overall therapeutic style like?
The approach is empathetic and interactive, combining active listening with practical techniques to tailor sessions to each person's needs and goals.
What experience and training does this therapist have?
He has six years of clinical experience and applies a background that integrates clinical skills gained through practice over that time.
What credentials and location describe this clinician?
The clinician holds MD and LCSW-C credentials with licence details MD LCSW-C 23893 and is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Are services offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are provided in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what best fits their needs.
How are fees or subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionADHD

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

Licensed

Maryland

Languages

English

What David can help with

David Albert works with clients on stress and anxiety, self esteem, depression, and ADHD.

David works with individuals with mental health issues.

David works with clients with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.

How David approaches therapy

David's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

David is an MD practicing in Maryland.