David Rasmussen

David Rasmussen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 20 years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and major life changes. He also supports those facing compassion fatigue and concerns like loneliness, self-love, and questions about life purpose.

Rasmussen focuses on clear, practical conversation. He helps clients name what feels most urgent and then breaks problems into manageable steps. Sessions often include talking through feelings, noticing patterns that get in the way, and trying small changes between meetings.

He uses straightforward feedback and slow pacing when needed. The work can include examining how loss and repeated stress affect motivation and confidence. He helps people practice responses to social anxiety and phobia in everyday settings rather than relying on abstract ideas alone.

David emphasizes collaboration about what to work on next. He helps set short-term goals and checks progress in concrete ways. For those wrestling with life purpose, he offers focused discussion and practical exercises that explore values and next steps.

Appointments begin with a simple intake to identify priorities and match a plan. He asks about current routines, stressors, and supports, then proposes approaches that fit the client’s schedule and goals. The overall aim is calmer decision making, clearer priorities, and steadier coping with change.

Approaches for practical change and online sessions

David uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on clear, practical work. One common approach is short-term problem-solving that identifies a specific difficulty, breaks it into steps, and tests small behavioral changes. This helps with stress, low motivation, and immediate anxiety triggers.

Another frequently used method emphasizes exposure-style practice for social anxiety and phobia. It involves gradual, repeated facing of social situations paired with coaching on coping responses. This approach is aimed at reducing avoidance and building confidence in real settings.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. He will review your goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before, and then suggest methods to try. The plan can shift based on what feels most useful as you work together.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online work helps fit sessions around busy days, allows shorter check-ins during a break, or removes travel time. If needed, formats can be chosen to suit quieter surroundings, reduced camera use, or a shorter focused meeting to address a specific concern.