Dr. David Lustig, 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.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, David is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
More about David
- 34 years' experience
- Male
- Psychologist
Hello. I'm a licensed psychologist, based in South Florida, and have been in private practice for more than 30 years. I work with a remarkably-wide range of age groups, from 4-year-olds up to geriatrics, although my specialties are children and adolescents, with whom I typically build nearly-instant rapport. I'm the co-author of a best-selling parenting book, and have done a tremendous amount of media work, including more than 800 television appearances (everything from CNN to the CBS Morning Show, and from Nightline to Oprah Winfrey). I was a college professor for years, and have traveled the country doing workshops, training, and lectures in a variety of venues.
I practice primarily cognitive-behavioral therapy, which has the twin advantages of seeming to be 'common sense' based, as well as efficient and effective. I'm intrinsically a warm, empathic, supportive, encouraging, and enthusiastic individual, and-- when appropriate-- incorporate a sense of humor into my work. You'll be able to tell quickly that I truly enjoy psychology, and very genuinely strive hard to be of help to the people with whom I work.
Over the years, I've gained experience and expertise with a majority of the issues that challenge people most often, and nearly always find success in helping them to alleviate or overcome whatever prompted them to talk with a psychologist. I certainly hope to be of service to you!
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. David Lustig's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932286424.
- Psychologist · Florida · PY3358 · Renews May 2028
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. David Lustig offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. David Lustig 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 Lustig speak?
Dr. David Lustig speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. David Lustig have?
Dr. David Lustig has 34 years of experience.
Where is Dr. David Lustig licensed to practice?
Dr. David Lustig is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Dr. David Lustig accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dr. David Lustig accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dr. David Lustig accept insurance?
Yes, Dr. David Lustig accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Dr. David Lustig accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. David Lustig does not accept 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 Lustig offer?
Dr. David Lustig offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. David Lustig?
Dr. David Lustig 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 Lustig?
Just tap the BOOK 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.
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