Dave has helped me so much in getting back to feeling like my usual, happy self. At first I was worried I wouldn’t know what to talk about but he made it so easy to talk. I felt like he had a very good understanding of the stress I was feeling when I thought it would be difficult to explain. He taught me techniques of how to deal with the difficult situations I was facing and gave me lessons on how to get back to grounding myself again. I now feel as though I’m ‘back to normal’, I no longer feel completely out of my depth and feel so much more confident within myself. I looked forward to our weekly chats and felt as though I made a great friend in the process. I can’t thank him enough and would recommend talking to Dave to anyone!
Dave Boldebook, LCSW
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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Dave. View 23 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maine
Recent reviews
Very good therapist. Great listener & highly knowledgeable. I get a lot out of our sessions. Dave understands my challenges & always looks at our sessions as an opportunity to work together as a team to achieve new insights/ goals
More about Dave
- 20 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
Greetings! and thank you for visiting my bio page.
Do you find yourself seeking answers? Are you struggling with a challenging situation?
Are you grieving the loss of something or someone? Are life changes creating worry?
Not sure which way to turn? Losing hope? Are you thinking it is time for self-exploration?
Are you needing to examine the situations or factors in your life that hold you back?
I am a licensed clinical social worker, counselor/therapist and received a master’s degree in
social work in 1998 from the University of New England in Maine. I have worked in both
community based and residential settings with clients ranging in ages from 5 to 95.
My practice embraces an integrative holistic approach bridging the connection of physical,
mental, emotional and spiritual health and the impact on overall health and wellbeing.
My style is informed from a wide range of practice modalities including humanistic therapy,
person-centered approaches; cognitive behavioral therapy; psychodynamic; and strengths
based/solution focused therapies.
Here are some of my learning takeaways from 20 years of counseling and therapy practice.
• It’s about relationship
• Be authentic
• Listen and hear
• Be empathic
• Be gentle
• Lean into fear and resistance, not away
• Challenge with care
• Encourage
• Instill hope
My goal is to provide a safe space for you to explore a greater understanding of yourself and
the issues and challenges you may be facing. To offer a trusting, counseling connection.
A relationship that supports you in gaining new tools and strategies, finding solutions and
setting new goals to enhance your life. The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
With gratitude, caring and unconditional positive regard.
Dave
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dave Boldebook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588853725.
- LCSW · Maine · LC6510 · Expires February 2025
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 Boldebook
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dave has helped me so much in getting back to feeling like my usual, happy self. At first I was worried I wouldn’t know what to talk about but he made it so easy to talk. I felt like he had a very good understanding of the stress I was feeling when I thought it would be difficult to explain. He taught me techniques of how to deal with the difficult situations I was facing and gave me lessons on how to get back to grounding myself again. I now feel as though I’m ‘back to normal’, I no longer feel completely out of my depth and feel so much more confident within myself. I looked forward to our weekly chats and felt as though I made a great friend in the process. I can’t thank him enough and would recommend talking to Dave to anyone!
Very good therapist. Great listener & highly knowledgeable. I get a lot out of our sessions. Dave understands my challenges & always looks at our sessions as an opportunity to work together as a team to achieve new insights/ goals
If you're looking for a caring, passionate, kind, and experienced supporter as you navigate your internal world, then look no further because Dave is your guy. I worked with Dave for a couple months and he equipped me with the tools needed to better understand myself and challenge the thought patterns that were not moving me forward towards my goals. Most importantly though, I truly got the sense that he actually cared about me and my life. He learned about my family, my history, and what made me tick before he offered any feedback at all. He also thought about me and my situation throughout the week, not just during our calls. He always brought a positive attitude and infectious optimism while also not coming across as shallow or fake, and respecting any pain that I subjectively experienced. I highly, highly recommend Dave for anyone looking for the type of support that he lays out on his profile. I will always be grateful that our lives crossed paths.
Dave is very kind and understanding. His warm demeanor helps to feel welcome and open. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge and I hope he and I can work together to make change for the future
Professional, well educated, experienced, warm hearted, enduring, patient, never giving up one someone in need or struggle that lasts longer than one thought, always there, always 100% with YOU and YOUR thoughts worries problems, and one of the best human beings I have met. RECOMMEND BIG TIME
Dave is a compassionate caring man who helped me greatly through a dark time. His knowledge in this field is vast that is coupled with genuine real life personal experiences. With these skills he has helped greatly on this platform despite being on the other side of the world! I would highly recommend Dave’s practice
Dave is kind, warm and invests much into his work. He is an exceptional therapist.
When I first met with Dave I was not sure what I wanted from life or where to go, aimless. After the first few sessions with Dave I knew that he really cared to help get me to the place I wanted to be, or at least in that direction. The insight that Dave provided me with allowed me to look at the world just a little bit different to the point that I now have a different outlook. He engages with topics on a collaborative sense in a way that makes it feel like you are working together to reach a goal. I appreciated my time with Dave and definitely recommend speaking with him if you are in a similar situation as me!
Dave helped me really grow as a person. He is always a very positive individual and helped me talk about some of the worst of things. Dave helped me make sense of a very challenging couple of years. He helped me just talk, when I felt I couldn’t talk to anyone. Thanks Dave
He is very competent, expert and friendly. His advice and wisdom helped me to change my view of myself.
David is the second therapist I spoke to on this platform and it was obvious very early on that he genuinely cared about me and helping me with my journey. I came to David with social anxiety issues and it is perhaps one of the best decisions I have made as I feel a lot more aware of myself and who I am now. I was with David for 5 sessions and that was enough to make the difference for me. I would definitely recommend others to give David a shot.
So far from all experience in the past - top of the list favourite human being /therapist. Already recommended to friends!!!
I have been working with Dave for 9 months and he has been the biggest support for me during this journey. I couldn’t have asked for a better therapist. Dave is really great in creating a connection and trustworthy relationship. He would go the extra mile to make sure that you are comfortable while working on yourself. I would recommend anyone to work with him.
I appreciate Dave’s patience, non-judgmental listening, and advice. I also value the techniques that he was taught me to better handle life’s stressors and navigate the often-stormy waves of life’s tides.
I've been really enjoying our discussions and his help. He genuinely cares and is helpful
Dave has an incredibly humble approach of counseling and I think it is his greatest strength. He is naturally nurturing and drives the sessions with creativity and humor, helping me look forward to talking to him rather than dreading it, even though we can dig deep into hard places.
All perfect so far very helpful
I went through a triple challenge of social isolation due to a pandemic, job loss and a divorce after 27 years of marriage. It was literally the most challenging time emotionally of my life. Dave helped me sort through all of it in a kind and gentle manner, while also providing clarity and direction that I very much needed. I am grateful for his help, expertise, patience and constant support. I feel very safe knowing that I can access his help if I face further struggles that I cannot manage on my own.
Dave has been God sent for me. I was in a very lonely dark spot and slowly he has not only taken me out of the space but now he is helping me explore other dimensions of life. Discussions with him as very intense and spiritual. Very highly recommended.
Dave is always very patient, empathetic, and supporting. The tools he’s given me have been very helpful so far, and I’ve gotten through some difficult circumstances with his help.
Awesome counselor who helped my mental health a lot
Dave is a great listener, easy to talk to and help me work through concerns I have.
Dave has helped so much already. I'm looking forward to continuing my journey with him and finding myself in the process.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dave Boldebook offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dave Boldebook 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 Boldebook speak?
Dave Boldebook speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dave Boldebook have?
Dave Boldebook has 20 years of experience.
Where is Dave Boldebook licensed to practice?
Dave Boldebook is licensed to practice in Maine.
Does Dave Boldebook accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dave Boldebook accepts 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 Boldebook offer?
Dave Boldebook offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dave Boldebook?
Dave Boldebook 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 Boldebook?
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