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David Krych

David Krych

LCSW

Therapist · Wisconsin · 19+ years of experience

Practical, experienced support for life changes

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  • 19 years experience
  • LCSW clinician
  • Focus on recovery

About David

David Krych is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Wisconsin. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, grief, and other life changes by listening closely and focusing on practical next steps.

He draws on nearly two decades of clinical experience and earlier years working with adolescents. That background shaped his understanding of how behavior, relationships, and past hurts affect daily life. He also speaks from personal experience in recovery, which informs his view of change as gradual and realistic.

In sessions he starts by getting to know a person's goals and history. He works with clients to identify strengths and small skills they can use right away. Conversations aim to build self-acceptance, reduce shame, and create habits that support better days.

David uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. He leans on client-centered work to follow the client’s lead, cognitive behavioral ideas to test unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and emotionally focused ways to address relationship and intimacy concerns. He also uses motivational strategies to support change and solution-focused steps to set clear goals.

His style is direct but compassionate. He emphasizes realistic, achievable steps and the value of self-compassion in recovery. People who want a practical, steady process for managing anger, addiction, anxiety, or major life shifts may find his approach helpful.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

19+ years

Credentials

Wisconsin

Languages

English

Approaches that guide online work

David commonly uses client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing in his practice. Client-centered work means the conversation follows the client’s priorities and pace, which helps people feel heard and choose what to tackle next. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors to find patterns that keep problems going and then tests small changes to shift those patterns. Motivational interviewing focuses on a person’s own reasons for change and helps build commitment when someone feels stuck.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. He will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. That way the work can be adjusted as progress is made or priorities change.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They can also support continuity of care for people who travel or live far from a clinician. Licensed professionals often combine practical strategies from the approaches above to tackle anger, addiction, anxiety, and relationship concerns in an online setting.

At a glance

Listed location
Wisconsin
Experience
19+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Wisconsin)
LCSW · No. 3003-123
NPI
1528483088

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does David help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, and other life changes.

What style of therapy is used in sessions?

Sessions blend client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and emotionally focused ideas, plus motivational and solution-focused steps to set goals and try new habits.

How much experience does he have?

He has 19 years of clinical experience and additional earlier work with adolescents, along with lived experience in recovery that informs his approach.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, WI LCSW, practicing from Wisconsin.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

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Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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