David Kaplan , MD, LCSW-C

David Kaplan is a Maryland-based licensed clinician with 15 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and life changes. He holds an MD, a medical degree, and is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C) in Maryland, credentials that inform his approach to care. He believes clients are the experts of their own stories and that their strengths play a central role in overcoming challenges.

He takes time to understand each person's needs and works collaboratively to explore approaches aimed at improving quality of life. His practice emphasizes practical coping strategies for stress and loss, supportive work around grief, and addressing symptoms of anxiety and depression in the context of life transitions.

David acknowledges that beginning therapy can take courage and affirms people for taking that first step. He maintains a respectful, strengths-based stance and tailors his work to individual goals and pace, helping clients build skills and resilience over time.

Evidence-informed approaches and online care with David Kaplan

David Kaplan draws on evidence-informed, skills-oriented techniques that teach practical coping strategies for managing stress and reducing anxiety, focusing on concrete tools people can use in daily life. He offers grief-focused supportive work that helps clients process loss and navigate the emotional adjustments that follow, creating space to explore feelings and build healthy routines. He also employs collaborative problem-solving to address life changes, helping clients break down challenges into manageable steps and identify attainable goals.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and David works together with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative stance allows adjustments over time so the work stays relevant and effective for the client's situation.

Online therapy with David is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make scheduling more flexible and help therapy fit into busy or changing lives. These options support ongoing access to therapists and allow people to engage in care from locations that are convenient for them.