Understanding and helpful
David Bales, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
David is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with David. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Helpful
More about David
- 9 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
I am licensed in California with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Coping with life changes
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Licenses
David Bales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154654069.
- LMFT · California · 127648 · Expires August 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 David Bales
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Understanding and helpful
Helpful
Very caring and helpful.
Frequently asked questions
Does David Bales offer telehealth visits?
Yes. David Bales 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 David Bales speak?
David Bales speaks English.
How many years of experience does David Bales have?
David Bales has 9 years of experience.
Where is David Bales licensed to practice?
David Bales is licensed to practice in California.
Does David Bales accept clients outside of the United States?
No, David Bales does not accept 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 David Bales offer?
David Bales offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with David Bales?
David Bales 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 David Bales?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.