David is great. I feel like writing him a review every week.
David Shaw, 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 1 review
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
More about David
- 45 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
Hello, I’m David Shaw. Thank you for being curious about me.. I would like to say a little about myself in order to help you imagine if we might be a good fit to work well together.
First the basics. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. I was first licensed in 1978. I have had many years of experience helping people address a variety of concerns.
It is my experience that therapy works best when the client feels the therapist is really interested in them and how they see the world. I believe we all have a deep need to have someone really understand our experience. I feel I do this well.
During our lives we evolve. Our needs change. We seek love, respect and security. We want to be valued for who we are. At times we find that things are not working out as we had hoped.
In sessions I encourage clients to talk as openly as they are able.
If what I have said is of interest please reach out to me so can explore ways I can be of help to you.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
David Shaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922169507.
- LMFT · California · 12943 · Expires September 2026
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 Shaw
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
David is great. I feel like writing him a review every week.
Frequently asked questions
Does David Shaw offer telehealth visits?
Yes. David Shaw 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 Shaw speak?
David Shaw speaks English.
How many years of experience does David Shaw have?
David Shaw has 45 years of experience.
Where is David Shaw licensed to practice?
David Shaw is licensed to practice in California.
Does David Shaw accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, David Shaw 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 David Shaw offer?
David Shaw offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with David Shaw?
David Shaw 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 Shaw?
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.