- Years in practice
- 22
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- New York
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
About David
David Tymchyn is a licensed clinical social worker with more than two decades of practice. He focuses on practical help for common parenting stresses and related challenges. He listens first and asks what you want to change.
Sessions aim to be respectful, straightforward, and focused on small, workable steps. He began social work as a returning student and earned a Master of Social Work degree from the University at Albany with honors.
Background and approach
He has maintained his Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential for about 20 years and has worked across community and clinical settings in New York. Much of his career involved supporting people affected by substance use and the ripple effects on those around them.
He also has experience addressing anxiety, grief, trauma, mood concerns, relationship problems, and other stressors that show up during parenting and family life. In sessions he centers the person's own goals and current situation. He uses clear, evidence-based methods that focus on thinking patterns, motivation to change, and practical problem solving.
He helps people understand how situations shaped their choices and builds skills to try different approaches. David aims to be steady and present during the work. He emphasizes mutual respect and straightforward communication.
His practice is aimed at helping people identify small, manageable changes that reduce strain and improve day-to-day functioning.
What David works with
Everything David lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else David helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- HIV / AIDS
- Personality disorders
Approaches David lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online parenting work
David often draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening closely and building a respectful working relationship so the parent's own priorities guide the work. This approach helps when someone needs to clarify goals and feel heard before trying changes.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts and actions influence feelings and behavior. CBT is useful for managing anxiety, mood concerns, and everyday parenting stress by teaching practical ways to shift unhelpful thinking and try new responses.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before, then pick methods that fit. Work is collaborative and adjusts as progress is made.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make scheduling easier. Video calls let people use visual cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging allows brief check-ins or ongoing support without formal session timing. These options aim to help parents fit therapy into busy routines and keep continuity over time.
Questions people ask about David
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, depression, relationship and parenting challenges, and related issues such as ADHD, bipolar concerns, eating problems, and compassion fatigue.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centered approach that focuses on the client's goals and current situation, combined with methods that address thought patterns, motivation, and practical solutions.
How much experience does he bring to sessions?
He has 22 years of experience in social work and clinical practice, including long-term work with people affected by substance use and family impacts.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds a Master of Social Work and the LCSW credential in New York and practices from that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he does accept international clients.
In what formats are sessions available?
He meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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