David Rothman, LCSW
Welcome!
It’s my privilege to be in the room with you to try to help you navigate this point in your life. I’ll do my best to bring my expertise, warmth, and even a touch of humor to help you reach your goals for therapy.
I provide therapy to adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, stress, autism, intellectual disability, grief/loss, life transitions, LGBTQ+-related stigma, dating/relationship issues, and more. I work collaboratively with patients primarily utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to empower them to effectively manage symptoms, gain self-insight, learn healthy coping skills, and improve quality of life. I provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy, backed by years of training and experience in working with neurodivergent people.
I’m licensed to practice clinical social work in Virginia (License #: 0904012360) as well as Washington, DC (License #: LC200002712). I am also a Board-Certified Supervisor of Social Work in Virginia and a Professional Social Worker Telehealth Provider in South Carolina (License #: TLS 747 CP).
Just think of me as another human in the room
I’m a father of two, so if you’re a parent I know your pain (and joy!). In the spare time I have, I love: spending time with my family, playing guitar, and watching sci-fi.
My Story
I knew from a young age that I wanted to become a therapist. I suppose it started because enough of my friends told me I was a good listener and said I’d make a good therapist, so I decided to listen to that advice by majoring in psychology. After earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, I opted to pursue a career in Social Work and earned my Masters of Social Work degree from George Mason University. While at GMU, I was inducted into Phi Alpha Honor Society, GMU Chi Chapter, for outstanding academic performance.
While earning my Master’s Degree, I worked full-time for a provider of residential services for people with developmental disabilities. I then began working at Arlington County Department of Human Services where I gained extensive clinical experience in working with patients and clients who live in Arlington County. I also received specialized clinical training in providing therapy to people with autism, intellectual disabilities, and other developmental disabilities.
I then joined a local private practice based in the Courthouse neighborhood of Arlington, working primarily with adolescents and adults of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other issues. From there, I decided to launch my own private practice, working side-by-side with several of my colleagues in our new, shared office space in Rosslyn.
