Dave Boldebook, LCSW

Licensed in Maine · 20 years in practice

Dave Boldebook is a licensed clinical social worker who brings 20 years of experience to his practice in Maine.

License and registration

LCSW, Maine: LC6510 · expires February 2027
NPI: 1588853725 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 20
Languages: English

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About Dave

Dave Boldebook is a licensed clinical social worker who brings 20 years of experience to his practice in Maine. He offers straightforward, compassionate support for people facing big life questions and painful changes. Dave aims to create a calm space where someone can talk through what feels stuck and decide practical next steps.

He trained in social work at the University of New England and has worked in community and residential settings.

Background and approach

That background means he is used to helping people with a wide range of issues, from mood and anxiety to caregiving and end-of-life concerns. In sessions he focuses on the therapeutic relationship first. He listens closely, mirrors what he hears, and asks questions that help people notice patterns.

He tends to balance gentle encouragement with respectful challenges to help clients move past avoidance and fear. Dave draws on a mix of approaches such as cognitive behavioral ideas, acceptance and commitment techniques, and client-centered listening. He helps people build simple skills for coping with stress, sleep problems, grief, addiction issues, and life transitions.

Practical goals matter in his work. Clients often leave with tools they can use between meetings, clearer goals, and small steps to practice. He emphasizes steady, doable progress rather than quick fixes.

People who want a calm, experienced listener who also offers practical strategies may find his style helpful. He approaches work with gratitude, care, and an emphasis on honest connection.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Dave lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Aging and geriatric issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Hospice and end-of-life counseling

Approaches Dave names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Dave uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice what matters to them and take small actions toward those values even when thoughts or feelings feel overwhelming. ACT is often useful for anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions because it emphasizes action alongside acceptance.

He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening without judgment and meeting people where they are. That approach supports emotional exploration and helps people feel heard before deciding on practical steps.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Dave will collaborate with each person to match techniques to their goals and preferences. He checks in on what is and isn’t working and adjusts the plan together based on needs and progress.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls let people read facial cues and share screen-based worksheets. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging support brief check-ins, skill practice, or quick follow-up between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while still working toward clear goals.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns can he help with?

Dave works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, addiction, trauma, sleep problems, parenting challenges, career questions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on aging, cancer-related issues, caregiver stress, co-morbidity, and hospice and end-of-life topics.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style centers on building a strong relationship, listening closely, and offering both empathy and gentle challenge. He mixes practical skill-building with acceptance-based and client-centered approaches.

What is his professional background?

He earned a master’s degree in social work from the University of New England and has about 20 years of counseling and therapy experience in community and residential settings.

Where is he licensed and based?

He holds a Maine LCSW license and practices from Maine.

Can sessions be held in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be done by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

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