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Dr. David Goodman, Psychologist

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

David is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with David. View 58 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Wisconsin

Recent reviews

I have worked with Dr. Goodman for over a year now, and true to his name he is a good man. He is a great listener and has helped me decipher many of the confusing challenges that life as thrown my way. He checks in regularly with me to make sure I'm doing ok even if we don't have an appointment scheduled. He is a great, diligent therapist.

Reviewed September 2024

Dr. Goldman has provided valuable insight into a significant medical concern of mine that other health care providers did not address. He also joins up with me as I explore the spiritual nature of my medical concern, and my interest in mind-body matters.

Reviewed August 2024

More about David

  • 29 years' experience
  • Male
  • Psychologist

Welcome to a space of transformation and growth, where your journey towards a more fulfilling life begins. As a seasoned licensed psychologist based in Wisconsin, and a proud member of the esteemed National Register of Health Service Psychologists since 2007, I've dedicated over 15 years to assisting adults (18+) in navigating a multitude of mental, emotional, and interpersonal challenges.

My commitment to your well-being is unwavering. A cornerstone of my approach is my genuine ease of collaboration and a profound understanding of your unique needs and concerns. With utmost respect and compassion, I'm here to walk beside you as you embark on this transformative path.

In our partnership, I'll not only provide unwavering support but also serve as a catalyst for your growth. I approach our work with an optimistic and uplifting perspective, empowering you to triumph over the obstacles that may stand in the way of your ideal life.

My therapeutic method is an integration of cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic principles, seamlessly tailored to your individual requirements. I'll explain these concepts in relatable terms and weave them into a treatment plan meticulously designed for you. Rest assured, my strategies are grounded in evidence-based interventions, ensuring that our efforts are guided by solid research.

To enhance the precision of our journey, I utilize a user-friendly electronic testing platform. This innovative tool ensures a thorough assessment of all facets of your concerns and allows us to quantifiably track your progress, offering you a clear sense of achievement.

In recognition of the changing times, I have embraced telehealth since 2020, after obtaining my certification from the Telebehavioral Health Institute in 2016. Many of my clients have discovered the convenience and flexibility that telehealth offers, and I'm pleased to share that they've reported no difference in the quality of counseling whether virtual or in-person.

Taking that initial step towards seeking help is a courageous endeavor, and I applaud your readiness for change. If you're prepared to embark on this transformative journey, I'm here to offer unwavering support and empowerment. Your decision to work with me will not only create positive change but also open the door to a more fulfilling life. I eagerly anticipate the privilege of joining you on this incredible voyage of self-discovery and growth.

Let's begin this journey together!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Parenting issues Anger management Bipolar disorder Depression Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Antisocial Personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant Personality Blended Family Issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain illness and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Dependent Personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Drug and Alcohol Addiction Eating and Food-Related Issues Emptiness Expats Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fatherhood Issues Forgiveness Gender Dysphoria Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and End of Life Counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual Disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and Veterans Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Narcissism Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality Disorders Phobias Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-Harm Self-love Sex Addiction Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexuality Smoking/Vaping Cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic Brain Injury Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. David Goodman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649380924.

  • Psychologist · Wisconsin · 2581-57 · Expires September 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Dr. David Goodman

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

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58 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Helped Recommend Understand Comfortable Amazing Helpful Great listener Easy

I have worked with Dr. Goodman for over a year now, and true to his name he is a good man. He is a great listener and has helped me decipher many of the confusing challenges that life as thrown my way. He checks in regularly with me to make sure I'm doing ok even if we don't have an appointment scheduled. He is a great, diligent therapist.

Reviewed September 2024

Dr. Goldman has provided valuable insight into a significant medical concern of mine that other health care providers did not address. He also joins up with me as I explore the spiritual nature of my medical concern, and my interest in mind-body matters.

Reviewed August 2024

Dr. Goodman has helped me a lot over the past few months

Reviewed August 2024

Dr. Goodman is an excellent listener. He is helping me through the most difficult time in my life, while at the same time helping me work on lifelong issues. I would highly advise anyone who is going through identity, mood and relationship issues to see Dr. Goodman.

Reviewed July 2024

Great listener and therapist!

Reviewed June 2024

Dr. Goodman is a good guy. Great doctor and listens very well. He helped me through a very difficult moment. I’m very appreciative

Reviewed April 2024

Dr. Goodman has helped me with so many obstacles. Balancing my life. My problem with obsessions. Relationship issues. Self value. Overthinking. He has a very good and honest approach. Gives different views and makes you think outside of your inner box.

Reviewed March 2024

Doc Goodman has been a great help. Excellent listener, constructive feed back and glaringly honest responses which I value above all else. I would certainly recommend him and his services to anyone

Reviewed March 2024

Listens, has experience. Wants you to succeed

Reviewed December 2023

I just started therapy for anger management with Dr. Goodman. So far our sessions have went very well he listens to understand my situation and has stated providing pathways for a positive solution. I look forward to continuing our therapy and becoming a better person for the people around me and also for myself.

Reviewed November 2023

I have been working with Dr. Goodman for some time now, and I can confidently say that he is an exceptional therapist. From the very beginning, he made me feel comfortable and welcomed, creating a safe space for me to explore my thoughts and feelings. What truly stands out about Dr. Goodman is his unwavering kindness and sensitivity. Despite my struggles with English, Dr. Goodman never let that hinder our sessions. He has an incredible ability to truly listen, understanding the essence of what I am trying to express. This made me feel valued and heard, and it reassured me that language barriers were never an issue. Dr. Goodman's proactive approach to therapy has been instrumental in my growth journey. He consistently goes the extra mile by sending me relevant materials, documents, and exercises that have helped me develop new skills and gain a deeper understanding of myself. His commitment to my progress is evident through his personalized guidance, tailored to my individual needs. I appreciate how Dr. Goodman takes the time to explain concepts and strategies, ensuring I am comfortable and engaged in the therapeutic process. His patience and dedication have fostered an environment where I feel empowered to address my challenges and work towards positive change. In conclusion, I am truly grateful for Dr. Goodman's expertise and compassionate guidance. His kind demeanor, active listening, and proactive approach make him an outstanding therapist. If you're seeking a therapist who genuinely cares about your well-being and is committed to your growth, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Goodman. Thank you, Dr. Goodman, for being an integral part of my journey towards self-discovery and healing.

Reviewed August 2023

My experience with Dr. Goodman has been amazing so far (7months working together and counting). He listens and is very professional as well as personal. It can be hard for me to be comfortable and open up with therapists but Dr. Goodman makes it very easy. I'm able to ask questions and he answers them or guides my thought process to help me understand and get what I'm looking for. I really appreciate the tools he has for diagnosis and the occasional homework he has for me to do. If you're looking for someone understanding who is able to help you understand and work with new aspects of yourself discovered during the process, I highly recommend Dr. Goodman

Reviewed August 2023

Great listener and able to understand a wide range of issues

Reviewed July 2023

Dr. Goodman is a great listener! He listens, asks, affirms, and provides suggestions when needed. Highly recommend him!

Reviewed July 2023

I have been with Dr. Goodman for several weeks and have found him to be very helpful. He does his best to make the most of the time we have, and offers resources to do on my own time. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking help.

Reviewed June 2023

Dr. Goodman has helped me to identify the root cause of my issues and address then. H has literally helped me become the person I am meant to be.

Reviewed June 2023

He's amazing

Reviewed May 2023

I have discovered many things about myself in only two sessions. Information that I didn’t know in over 30 years in treatment. I love his assessment based approach as I have not had such detailed assessments since I was a teenager, probably not even then. May be some of the most important moments in my health. I could not recommend him more.

Reviewed May 2023

I have seen several. Dr. Goodman is the first to actually understand, listen, and engage rather than spew sentences out of a text book. It's crazy but I think he might actually take notes because he remembers what we talked about in our past sessions. What a concept.

Reviewed May 2023

Dr. Goodman is incredible! He's kind, personable, easy to talk too, and gives honest/realistic exercises to help you. From the first time I talked to him he put me at ease, he really listens and talks to you like a person. I am so happy to work with him and feel better than I have in a long time!

Reviewed May 2023

He makes me feel heard, understood and cares greatly about my mental health.

Reviewed April 2023

Dr. Goodman, is awesome. He listens and works with me I never get the feeling I'm talking at him or him me, which is huge. It's a teamwork a give and take of information and input. I chose him because his profile talked about assessment tests for various things which I was really interested and very happy with how he's arranged everything so easy to use and understand. I'm not easily impressed and have been to several therapists over the years and Dr. Goodman is in the top 2 if not number one in my experience

Reviewed March 2023

Dr Goodman was a port in a storm during a very difficult period for me. His empathetic, pragmatic approach; along with his personable approach made it a very comfortable environment for me to dissect my issues. I worked with him for approx 12 weeks and during that time a grew in to a new man with his gentle guidance and Socratic approach. I have CPTSD and ADHD and he helped me following a break down and even kept me afloat during ther breakdown of my long term marriage. I have nothing but admiration and respect for this man. Dont take my word - reach out - its good to talk xx

Reviewed March 2023

Fantastic listener, prompt advice, applicable tools, positive, comforting, genuine

Reviewed March 2023

I have been working with Dr.Goodman since a year and the way he helped me processing my thoughts is unbelievable. I couldn't expect to get so much from a remote therapist, but I did. Also, being a non native English speaker is a concern of mine, but Dr.Goodman is extremely patient and makes me feel comfortable even with my typos and weird pronunciation.

Reviewed March 2023

Very personable listens to everything you say even if you're like me and ramble on about random things but always brings you back on track happy I found him as my therapist

Reviewed April 2023

Dr.Goodman is absolutely wonderful. He’s without a doubt the best phycologist I’ve ever had! He’s so kind and caring. He really truly listens to everything. He’s honest and works his hardest to insure that you grow and improve. I brag about him constantly. I feel listened to, seen, and like I’m truly being helped and cared for by him. I never feel like he judges me. He’s absolutely wonderful! I recommend him and better help to everyone I know.

Reviewed December 2022

Thoughtful, helpful, and resourceful

Reviewed November 2022

The session with dr goodman was really authentic, worm, empathic and challenging, both in the humane and the professional aspect!

Reviewed November 2022

I have been in therapy on and off for 10 years. Dr. Goodman has been my favorite therapist by far. I feel as though he understands my goals. He provides such valuable feedback and is very real as a person. I have grown more in the past few months than I have in years thanks to him.

Reviewed November 2022

I have made huge strides thanks to my work with Dr. Goodman.

Reviewed November 2022

I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Goodman! Knowledgeable, experienced, professional, and truly cares. He really listens and has excellent insight. Two thumbs up!!!

Reviewed September 2022

My mental health has improved tremendously with Dr. Goodman’s help. He listens and understands my issues and provides great advice on how to solve them. I want to say I owe a lot to Dr. Goodman and anyone seeking therapy wouldn’t go wrong with choosing him as their therapist.

Reviewed February 2022

Dr goodman’s expertise and knowledge behind his focus topics is amazing. He has solutions to your problems instead of solely relying on coping mechanisms.

Reviewed August 2022

He’s a great therapist! I appreciate him being a great listener. He asks good questions that will help you reflect and see things in a different light. He gives great advice and does not hold back on honesty.

Reviewed August 2022

Great guy extremely helpful.

Reviewed August 2022

From the very start I felt comfortable and willing to share. He’s warm, inviting, interested, calming, understanding. I could go on and on. He’s a great therapist.

Reviewed August 2022

Dr. Goodman is a true expert in this field. Precise questions, great communication, empathy! Highly recommend!

Reviewed July 2022

Excellent! One of the best therapists I've had.

Reviewed July 2022

Dr. Goodman is amazing! I saw him 6+ years ago and he helped me through a very tough time in my life. I was so happy to be recently reconnected with him on BetterHelp. He's easy to talk to, always listens and has great advice. I always leave feeling much better!

Reviewed June 2022

Dr. Goodman was attentive and hears me out. I feel comfortable with him and I am looking forward to more sessions with him.

Reviewed June 2022

David is a fantastic therapist. I had my doubt about therapy generally but after a couple of sessions with Dr Goodman I really started to understand why I was feeling the way I was. I really benefited from our weekly sessions and have learnt skills that will help me deal with some of my challenges for years to come! Thank you Dr Goodman.

Reviewed May 2022

Dr. Goodman has been very responsive and helpful. He has provided me with valuable insight as I look to find solutions for the challenges I am facing.

Reviewed May 2022

Dr. Goodman is very empathetic and listens closely to my concerns and offers tools to help me handle daily stressors as well as be a better version of myself.

Reviewed April 2022

My first session with Dr. Goodman went much better than I had expected. He made me feel very safe and allowed me to express my thoughts and concerns freely. I needed someone to listen to me, and he did that wonderfully. I am more hopeful now, that Dr. Goodman will be able to help me with my issues.

Reviewed April 2022

I was abandoned by a long time therapist and came to Dr. Goodman afterwards. He's done an amazing job at making feel safe in therapy as I try to unwind a mess of issues.

Reviewed April 2022

Great insight, experience, very positive and supportive!

Reviewed April 2022

He made me feel heard and validated. He’s the right fit for anyone that’s need self help. Very kind and accepting.

Reviewed March 2022

Dr. Goodman is so validating and reaffirming of my newfound autistic identity. I feel really heard and understood during our sessions.

Reviewed February 2022

Dr. Goodman is amazing! Tries to understand your background so he can help you with your issues in a way that's actually doable for you! He has great insight as to why some things happen and is very comforting when discussing difficult topics. Great therapist and person!

Reviewed February 2022

My mental health has improved tremendously with Dr. Goodman’s help. He listens and understands my issues and provides great advice on how to solve them. I want to say I owe a lot to Dr. Goodman and anyone seeking therapy wouldn’t go wrong with choosing him as their therapist. Unfortunately the platform’s predatory billing practices made me decide to quit therapy. Again, I’m very thankful to Dr. Goodman and I wish him all the best.

Reviewed February 2022

Dr. Goodman has is incredibly helpful, supportive and reliable. I am very grateful for his help in my mental health journey.

Reviewed January 2022

Very warm, caring, intelligent, insightful and with a variety of approaches and tools, Dr. Goodman has the background, experience, education and expertise to assist you in your journey on improving your mental health! I highly recommend this provider.

Reviewed December 2021

Dr. Goodman is one of the best! I feel like he really truly cares. He is always able to remember my main concerns and really helps me stay on track for the week!

Reviewed November 2021

Wonderful listener. Took time to understand and provide valuable feedback and suggestions moving forward. Highly recommend.

Reviewed November 2021

So far Dr.Goodman has been the most helpful therapyst I have ever met in my life. I am very glad to have begun this journey with him

Reviewed September 2021

He's so great!

Reviewed September 2021

He’s so good. He’s been incredibly perceptive and attentive. Dr. Goodman is an incredibly gracious and kind therapist.

Reviewed September 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. David Goodman offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. David Goodman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. David Goodman speak?

Dr. David Goodman speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. David Goodman have?

Dr. David Goodman has 29 years of experience.

Where is Dr. David Goodman licensed to practice?

Dr. David Goodman is licensed to practice in Wisconsin.

Does Dr. David Goodman accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. David Goodman accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. David Goodman offer?

Dr. David Goodman offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. David Goodman?

Dr. David Goodman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. David Goodman?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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