David is an understanding therapist who you can tell makes an effort. I was able to work through stuff over some months thanks to David's guidance. Good experience.
Dave Bardach, LICSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Dave is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.6 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Dave. View 5 reviews
- Great news, Dave is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in District of Columbia
Recent reviews
Great therapist. Able to make sessions feel like a conversation and very natural. Actively listens and asks questions to gain deeper understanding and responds accordingly.
More about Dave
- 21 years' experience
- Male
- LICSW
I am licensed in District of Columbia with over 25 years of professional work experience and 6 years as a licensed independent clinical therapist. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence.
My therapeutic approach is one based on mutual respect and together we will form a partnership in treatment. I utilize a strengths based and cognitive behavioral approach and have been trained in various others. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
My goal is always to create a safe environment where your thoughts and feelings can be shared openly without fear of judgment. A place where we can do some great work and have great conversations aimed at helping you to accomplish your therapeutic treatment goals. Thank you for taking the first step to sign up for therapy.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Personality disorders
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia
- BCBS Federal Employee Program
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dave Bardach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427506260.
- LICSW · District of Columbia · LC50080786 · Renews December 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dave Bardach
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
David is an understanding therapist who you can tell makes an effort. I was able to work through stuff over some months thanks to David's guidance. Good experience.
Great therapist. Able to make sessions feel like a conversation and very natural. Actively listens and asks questions to gain deeper understanding and responds accordingly.
Wonderful listener great with giving advice and
Outstanding!
Dave is very understanding and a great listener.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dave Bardach offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dave Bardach works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dave Bardach speak?
Dave Bardach speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dave Bardach have?
Dave Bardach has 21 years of experience.
Where is Dave Bardach licensed to practice?
Dave Bardach is licensed to practice in District of Columbia.
Does Dave Bardach accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dave Bardach accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dave Bardach accept insurance?
Yes, Dave Bardach accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia, BCBS Federal Employee Program, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Dave Bardach accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dave Bardach does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dave Bardach offer?
Dave Bardach offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dave Bardach?
Dave Bardach can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dave Bardach?
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