Profile / United States
Dave Boldebook, LCSW
Maine
LCSW - Stress and Life Changes
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT
- Mindfulness methods
- Caregiver support
About Dave
Dave Boldebook is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20 years of experience in counseling and therapy. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, and a range of life changes. He also supports people dealing with caregiver strain, aging and geriatric issues, cancer-related challenges, and end-of-life matters.
He trained in social work at the University of New England in Maine and has worked in community and residential settings. That background means he is used to practical, everyday problems as well as complex health and caregiving situations. He has worked with people across a wide age span and with overlapping medical and emotional needs.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered methods, existential ideas, and mindfulness-based techniques. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, examining values and goals, and trying different ways of responding to stressful situations. He emphasizes clear, actionable steps rather than abstract theory.
In practice he pays attention to the therapeutic relationship. He aims to listen, to challenge when useful, and to offer tools for coping and problem solving. This can include strategies for sleep, managing anger, addressing addiction-related behaviors, or building self-esteem.
People who contact him can expect a straightforward, grounded style that balances practical exercises with conversations about meaning and values. He asks about daily life and current stressors, then works with each person to set small, achievable goals.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dave commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in session. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors through small experiments. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing stress. ACT emphasizes clarifying values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or emotions appear, which helps with grief, caregiving stress, and life transitions.He also integrates client-centered and mindfulness elements to keep sessions grounded in the person’s experience. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the early work. He collaborates with each person to match techniques to their goals, needs, and what feels doable in daily life.
The biography does not specify exact session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let therapy continue when caregiving or medical appointments make in-person visits difficult. Licensed professionals adapt exercises and homework for remote sessions so practical skills can be practiced between meetings.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on caregiver stress, aging and cancer-related issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, structured style that combines cognitive behavioral techniques with acceptance and mindfulness practices. Sessions focus on noticing thoughts and habits and trying concrete changes.
What is his background and experience?
He has 20 years of counseling experience and earned a master’s degree in social work from the University of New England. He has worked in both community and residential settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Maine. His practice is based in Maine.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know how sessions are conducted.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the selected plan and region.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process starts the intake and initial planning.
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