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David Tymchyn , LCSW

  • Experience22 years
  • LocationNew York
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About David

David Tymchyn is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with more than two decades of practice who focuses on helping people manage symptoms such as stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, depression, relationship struggles, and ADHD.

Background and approach

He approaches clients with practical respect, beginning by understanding where each person is starting from and what they hope to change. David aims to empower clients through increased self-knowledge and clearer awareness of how life events and patterns influence current challenges.

He earned a master’s degree in social work from the University at Albany as a returning student in his 30s and has held his LCSW for the past 20 years.

His background includes work across settings with individuals, couples, and families, and a significant portion of his career has focused on supporting people with substance use disorders and their loved ones. David emphasizes collaboration and mutual respect, and he finds professional satisfaction in helping clients overcome obstacles to improve their daily functioning and overall well-being.

Approaches that translate well to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding the client's perspective and building a respectful, collaborative relationship; this approach helps clients clarify goals and feel heard during remote sessions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) uses practical, structured techniques to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for issues like anxiety, depression, and stress whether work happens in person or online. Motivational interviewing supports people who are ambivalent about change by exploring their values and strengthening motivation, a strategy that can be applied effectively through conversation over video or text.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques as the relationship develops to ensure the plan remains useful and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life or to maintain continuity across locations. These options support ongoing access to care, allow for a range of interaction styles, and make it possible to practice skills between sessions using the communication formats that suit each client best.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does David commonly address?
He works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, eating and parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related areas such as HIV/AIDS and personality disorders.
What is his general therapeutic style?
David uses a client-centered stance that prioritizes collaboration and respect, often integrating practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused approaches depending on client needs.
How long has he been practicing?
He brings 22 years of professional experience, including work with individuals, couples, families, and people affected by substance use disorders.
Which credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
He holds an LCSW with license NY LCSW 073757-1 and is based in New York.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are available for working together?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

HIV / AIDSPersonality disorders

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English

What David can help with

David Tymchyn works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression.

David works with couples, families, and individuals.

David works with people with substance use disorders and their families.

How David approaches therapy

David's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

David is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New York, with 22 years of clinical experience.