Dave Rich, LCSW-C

Credentials

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C), licensed in Maryland and New York
• Masters of Social Work, Columbia University
• Adjunct Professor, Columbia University School of Social Work (2018-2023)
• Bachelors of Art, Colgate University (2002)

Services Offered

• Individual Therapy (ages 10 and older)
• Parent Training
• Family Therapy
• Group Therapy (beginning Fall 2024)
• Crisis Management/Phone Coaching

Specializations

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – Intensively Trained (2014-present), part of weekly DBT Consultation Team
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – ACT trainings (2015-present), part of monthly ACT Consultation Team
• Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) – Part of CFT Consultation Teams and Annual Trainings

Approach to Therapy

I think that a relaxed approach to therapy is crucial. Therapy can be both serious and fun in solving life’s problems, and we all have the capacity to feel contentment and joy no matter what the circumstances. I hope to help bring on these positive emotions while we work on tolerating the negative and focus on any needed change.

I use skills found in the DBT Skills Manual 2nd Edition (Linehan, 2015) with individuals, families, and also in specific skills groups beginning Fall 2024. DBT skills can help improve many moments, especially at times when we are overwhelmed and are not sure what to do. DBT skills are best practiced in daily situations and can be relied on when life gets tough.

Using discernment counseling to work with couples on the brink who are deciding to stay or go and/or couples where one is leaning in, and the other is leaning out.