Therapist profile
David Vaccaro, LCSW
Illinois
LCSW in Illinois - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Illinois / 149.022307
- NPI1548852437
- Experience10 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIllinois
About
- Client-centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
- Motivational interviewing
About David
David Vaccaro is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Illinois with 10 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, relationship struggles, and anger. He also supports issues like grief, sleep and eating problems, parenting concerns, and coping with life changes.
He works in a straightforward, client-centered way that focuses on what people want to change. David uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and small behavior shifts that ease daily frustration. He also brings mindfulness practices into sessions to help people notice their bodily reactions and calm reactivity.
Sessions often include clear goal-setting and practical steps. Motivational interviewing is used when people want to find the energy to change habits, including substance use. Solution-focused tools are used to identify what is already working and to build on those strengths.
David draws on a mix of approaches for trauma-related concerns and aims to keep sessions paced to each person's needs. He has experience with older adults and caregiver stress, and with a range of family-related problems such as communication breakdowns and separation. He also addresses issues like codependency, forgiveness, and coping after natural or human-caused disasters.
Outside of practice he spends time with his wife and cat, runs, and travels. To get started he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session so they can clarify goals and plan next steps.
How sessions work
How his therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and shaping sessions around what matters most to the person. Online work using this approach emphasizes clear goals, regular check-ins, and adapting homework or skills practice to daily routines.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. In a virtual setting CBT sessions typically use brief exercises, thought records, and behavioral experiments people can try between meetings to reduce anger and anxiety.
Mindfulness therapy trains attention and bodily awareness so reactions cool down sooner. Online mindfulness practice often includes short guided exercises and simple daily practices that fit into busy schedules.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to pick methods that match their goals, preferences, and what feels manageable. That plan can change as progress is made or new challenges come up.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into a commute, a break at work, or a day with caregiving duties. It can also support shorter check-ins or regular skill practice without needing extra travel.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, trauma and related problems like grief, sleep or eating issues.
What is his overall approach in sessions?
He uses a client-centered style combined with practical methods such as CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of professional experience as a licensed clinical social worker.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is an LCSW licensed in Illinois and practices there.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.