Licensed clinical social worker recordNew Mexico
Edward Davidson, LCSW
New Mexico
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New Mexico
- LCSW, licence C-12082
- NPI
- 1497271142
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New Mexico
These details come from information Edward supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Grief and loss
About Edward
Edward Davidson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Mexico with 15 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar concerns, and compassion fatigue. He also helps with life changes and caregiver strain.
Edward keeps sessions practical and focused. He uses approaches like cognitive behavioral work, acceptance and commitment strategies, attachment-informed ideas, and client-centered conversation to help people clarify what matters and try different ways of coping. Sessions often include hands-on skills, problem solving, and clearer planning for next steps.
His background includes work as a hospital social worker, hospice and bereavement specialist, behavioral case manager, and family consultant. That variety informs how he balances crisis response, ongoing support, and coordinated care with other providers. He has experience doing psychosocial assessments and helping people navigate services and resources.
Edward aims to reduce overwhelming feelings and improve everyday functioning. In practical terms that means identifying small changes, practicing coping skills, and reviewing what works between sessions. He encourages straightforward discussion about triggers, patterns, and goals.
People who have faced loss, substance issues, or long-term stress may find his experience relevant. He also supports those dealing with attachment concerns, codependency, family of origin issues, first responder stress, and guilt or shame. Sessions are in English and can include focused skills work or longer psychotherapy depending on the person’s needs.
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How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on what matters to them. It is often used when people want to change their relationship to pain, anxiety, or avoidance and commit to values-based action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, anger, and many stress-related issues. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns influence current reactions and relationships. It can be useful when attachment wounds, abandonment concerns, or family of origin patterns are part of the problem.Finding the right approach usually happens together. The therapist will listen to your situation, goals, and preferences and then try one or a mix of methods that fit. That collaborative process may include trying short skills work, practicing between sessions, and checking what helps as therapy continues.
The original biography lists messaging, live chat, phone, and video as session formats, so confirm which of those are currently offered when you book. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or other daily responsibilities. They can allow shorter check-ins, follow-up coaching, or regular therapy without travel. Ask about session length and format options to match them to your schedule and needs.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, anger, self-esteem problems, bipolar-related concerns, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, skills-based methods such as cognitive behavioral ideas, acceptance and commitment approaches, attachment-informed work, and client-centered conversation to focus on concrete steps.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional experience across hospital social work, hospice and bereavement care, behavioral case management, and family consulting.
Is he a licensed clinician and where is he licensed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Mexico.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography listed messaging, live chat, phone, and video as offered formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and services; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers