- Client-centered approach
- Practical tools
- Work on goals
About David
David Vaccaro is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Illinois. He uses client-centered care to help people sort through stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and changes in life. He keeps language direct and practical so people can understand next steps right away.
With ten years of practice, David draws on several common approaches. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and shift behavior. Mindfulness practices are used to build present-moment awareness and manage strong emotions. Motivational interviewing supports people who want to change addictive patterns or make difficult life choices.
He works with adults across a broad range of concerns including depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar challenges, sleep and eating issues, parenting strain, and ADHD. He also addresses caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, and relationship problems such as communication, infidelity, and commitment worries.
Sessions tend to focus on clear goals and practical tools. David will help set manageable steps, practice new skills between sessions, and adjust what’s working as people make progress. He emphasizes collaboration and keeps the work focused on what each person needs in the moment.
Outside of therapy he enjoys running, travel, and time with his wife and cat. People who reach out can expect straightforward conversation about goals and a plan for moving forward.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and shaping sessions around the person’s goals. Online sessions can keep that same approach by starting each meeting with what matters most that week and adjusting the plan as needed.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and practice new behaviors. In online sessions this often means identifying patterns together, trying short exercises during the meeting, and assigning small practices to do between sessions to test what helps.
Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills for managing stress and strong feelings. Those exercises can be guided in a session and then practiced daily to build steadiness and awareness over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, pace, and preferences. That choice can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins from different locations. It also supports concise problem-solving work and homework-focused CBT between sessions, helping people apply what they learn in everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar challenges, grief, sleep and eating problems, parenting strain, and relationship concerns.
How does he approach therapy?
He uses client-centered therapy to keep sessions focused on the person’s needs, and integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices to teach skills for managing thoughts and emotions.
What experience does he bring?
He has ten years of clinical experience working with adults on mental health and substance use concerns, plus work addressing caregiver stress and aging-related issues.
Where is he licensed and located?
He is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability.