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David Tymchyn

Collaborative, practical therapy focused on empowerment

LCSW New York

Experience
22 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English

About David

David Tymchyn offers a practical, respectful approach for adults seeking help with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, relationship challenges, mood concerns, and related life changes. He meets clients where they are and works collaboratively to identify goals and steps forward, emphasizing empowerment and increased self-understanding.

Background and approach

David frames therapy as a team effort that builds on strengths while addressing patterns that interfere with daily functioning. Trained with a master’s degree in Social Work from the University at Albany, David holds an LCSW and brings 22 years of practice experience across a range of human services settings.

Much of his work has involved supporting people with substance use disorders and their families, and he also focuses on trauma, compassion fatigue, ADHD, eating and personality-related concerns, and issues affecting LGBT clients. He values mutual respect and derives professional fulfillment from helping clients overcome obstacles and enhance their lives.

Based in New York, David offers a steady, client-centered stance paired with goal-focused techniques to help people develop insight and practical coping strategies. He is open to international clients and adapts interventions to fit each person’s needs and preferences.

Integrating evidence-based approaches into online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood; it often includes practical exercises and skills that can be practiced between sessions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration so clients can explore their values and build self-understanding; this approach supports personal growth and decision-making. Motivational Interviewing complements these methods by focusing on readiness for change and helping people resolve ambivalence when making shifts related to substance use, lifestyle, or other goals.

Choosing the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process and will be shaped by the client’s concerns, goals, and preferences. David works collaboratively with clients to tailor interventions, testing what fits and adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for scheduling and lets clients engage from different locations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and access support in ways that fit each person’s routine and comfort level.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does David commonly address?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family problems, eating concerns, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, and compassion fatigue, with additional focus on HIV/AIDS and personality disorders.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He uses a client-centered stance combined with goal-oriented approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to help clients explore change and build coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
David has 22 years of experience in human services and clinical practice, including significant work with people affected by substance use and their families.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is an LCSW licensed in New York with license number NY LCSW 073757-1 and practices out of New York.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and he does accept international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can meet with him via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability to set up the initial sessions.

Areas of expertise

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