David Russ, LCSW

CLINICAL APPROACH

As a therapist, I am experienced in taking a solutions-based approach to helping my clients achieve their mental health goals. From anxiety to depression to developing healthy boundaries, I use techniques in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and applied mindfulness tailored to fit the needs of my clients. I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Wraparound, and Aggression Replacement.

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS 

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) #79620

  • Masters of Social Work from University of Southern California

  • B.A. in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - TEAM Certified 

  • Trainings in Crisis Intervention, Motivational Interviewing, Substance Abuse Treatment and Recovery, Seeking Safety, Aggression Replacement Training (ART), and Wraparound

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

  • Founder of Destination Counseling (2020)

  • In-home teen and family therapist at Teen Therapy Center of Silicon Valley (2017-2021)

  • Community based therapist with Seneca Family of Agencies Wraparound and outpatient therapy programs (2015-2017)

  • Psychiatric social worker and therapist with the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Full Service Partnership (2014-2015)

  • Community based therapist intern at Pasadena Pacific Clinics (2013-2014)

  • Therapist intern at Los Angeles Leadership Academy - K-12 (2012 -2013)