David Bradshaw, LMHC — Therapist in Washington

Hi there, I'm David!

I am from Washington State, and I currently live in Birch Bay, WA. I was born in 1990. I'm an avid reader, and I also enjoy chess, meditation, backpacking, hunting, and boxing. I'm a bit of a nerd as well, and I build my own desktop computers. I would say the Pasayten Wilderness Area is one of my happy places.

My focus

For me, there is no ideal client. Adlerian Therapy, CBT, and DBT are evidence-based treatments for just about every mental health diagnosis. I have practiced since October 2018 and have never discriminated in the type of problem I am willing to help resolve. At this point in my career, I’ve seen just about everything at least once.

My approach

I practice Adlerian Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Adlerian theory focuses on an individual's thoughts, discouragement, and how one interprets the world around them, as well as the impact that early life experiences can have on an individual. Adlerian theory is a psychology of use.

My communication style

Once I have a good sense of who someone is, I tend to be fairly direct. What that looks like varies greatly from person to person, but I don't think much is gained from hiding what I am thinking. I also like to use humor in my therapy sessions.

My journey to mental healthcare

Before becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I worked in corrections and law enforcement. I realized I didn't want to be doing that job until I was 60, so I moved over to being an LMHC. Afterward, a family friend pointed out I had chosen not one, but two, helping professions. That hadn't occurred to me. I suppose I like to help people.

My goals for you

This can't be answered in a broad sense, in my opinion. I meet people where they are at, and not everybody is the same. Some people like a very structured therapy session; others do not. I tailor my approach to the person in front of me, not some top-down, one-size-fits-all angle.

Our first session

It's fairly basic; I just need to get to know my client. I also need information about what's been going on. It is usually a lot of me listening and asking questions. I have to have a map before I can know which way to go.

Hi there, I'm David!

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