David Bradshaw, LMHC

David Bradshaw is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Washington. He has practiced since October 2018 and brings an approachable, down-to-earth style to sessions. He uses practical strategies to help people manage thoughts and everyday habits that get in the way of daily life.

He draws on several evidence-informed approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to tailor work to each person. Sessions focus on small, useful changes in thinking and routine. He also uses motivational interviewing and client-centered care to support motivation and personal goals.

Before becoming a counselor, he spent five years working in corrections and law enforcement, experience that shaped his understanding of stress, trauma, and complex life challenges. He holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Social Sciences.

Outside of counseling he reads, practices yoga and meditation, trains in martial arts, and enjoys camping and backpacking. He mentions building desktop computers as a hobby and appreciates time spent in the Pasayten Wilderness Area.

People come to him for a range of struggles including anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, bipolar concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family stress, grief, and attention-related challenges. He aims to work collaboratively and to help people notice practical shifts they can make in daily life.

Approaches that shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connection between thoughts, behaviors, and moods and teaches concrete skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It often helps with anxiety, addictions, and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication, which can be helpful for intense moods and relationship strain.

Picking the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That planning happens together, and approaches can be adjusted as progress is made.

The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time for people who live far from a clinician. Licensed professionals can use online sessions to focus on skill practice, habit changes, and problem-solving in everyday routines, helping therapy fit into real-world schedules.