David Lassoff , LMHC

David Lassoff is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Massachusetts with more than seven years of clinical experience. He holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health and Behavioral Medicine from the Boston University School of Medicine, a graduate credential focused on clinical approaches to emotional and behavioral concerns.

He has provided care across educational, residential, and outpatient settings and has worked with clients of all ages. His clinical work has included treatment for depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

His therapeutic style is supportive and solution-focused. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and avoids stigmatizing labels. Clinically, he draws from cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and motivational interviewing methods, blending techniques to suit individual needs. Treatment conversations and plans are tailored to the client’s unique circumstances and goals.

Seeking change can take courage, and he frames his role as a supportive, empowering partner in that process. He looks forward to collaborating with clients who are ready to take steps toward greater well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

David Lassoff uses several well-established approaches to help clients address a variety of concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a collaborative relationship so clients feel heard and understood; it is often helpful for people working through life changes and relationship challenges.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, making it a practical choice for anxiety, depression, and many everyday stresses. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions and difficulties with relationships.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to identify goals, try strategies, and adjust the plan based on what fits the client’s needs and preferences. This collaborative process helps guide which methods are emphasized in treatment.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility by allowing sessions via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, access support from home, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver structured, goal-oriented care that aligns with each client’s situation.