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David Vaccaro, LCSW
Illinois
LCSW - CBT-focused therapist, anxiety and addiction
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
- Motivational interviewing
About David
David Vaccaro is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Illinois with ten years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, relationship strain, trauma and depression. He also supports people with sleep and eating problems, parenting challenges, grief, anger, and attention concerns.
He uses straightforward, skills-based work to notice patterns that keep problems going. Sessions often focus on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with client-centered and mindfulness approaches to shape exercises people can try between sessions.
David also brings motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques when people want clearer short-term goals. That can mean setting specific steps for reducing substance use, managing mood swings, or improving sleep routines. He aims for concrete, measurable changes rather than abstract talk.
His background includes training in trauma-focused work and experience with aging and caregiver stress. He has worked with adults across the life span and addresses practical problems such as codependency, divorce and separation, hoarding, and coping after disasters.
Outside of his clinical work he enjoys running, travel, and time with his wife and cat. Prospective clients should note sessions are offered in English and that international clients are not accepted. To begin, follow the site's booking steps and complete the short matching questionnaire.
How CBT and related approaches work in online sessions
David uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice thought patterns, try small behavior experiments, and track what changes. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing urges related to substance use.He also uses client-centered techniques that emphasize the person's perspective and clear motivational interviewing to set achievable steps when change feels difficult. Mindfulness practices are introduced as short exercises for stress, cravings, and emotional regulation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client will review goals and try methods that fit the person's situation and preferences. That collaborative process helps decide whether to focus on skills practice, short goal-driven steps, or mindfulness exercises.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people try therapy without major schedule disruption.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and substance use, plus issues like sleep, parenting strain, grief, and ADHD-related concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test practical behavior changes. Sessions include skill practice to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He is an LCSW with ten years of clinical experience and training that includes trauma-focused and mindfulness-based work.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds an Illinois LCSW credential and provides services based in Illinois.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the U.S.?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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