Russell Bader, LCSW
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression and anxiety
- Relationship and family
About Russell Bader
His therapeutic style emphasizes understanding and empowerment, encouraging clients to explore difficult emotions and develop actionable skills for daily life. He takes a collaborative approach that balances insight with practical tools, helping clients identify patterns, practice forgiveness when appropriate, and reduce symptoms that interfere with work and family life. Russell provides a liberal, non-religious therapeutic perspective for those seeking a progressive, affirming environment.
With a focus on trauma-informed care and skill-based interventions, he supports clients through each stage of recovery and growth, helping them cultivate meaningful personal insights and more effective ways of relating to themselves and others.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Russell Bader have?
Russell Bader has 40 years of experience in clinical social work and providing therapy.
Is Russell Bader a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. His California license is listed as CA LCSW 7303.
In which languages does Russell Bader provide therapy?
Russell Bader provides therapy in English.
Where is Russell Bader located?
He practices in California.
How can I work with Russell Bader as my therapist?
You can work with Russell Bader through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Russell Bader work with international clients?
Russell Bader does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Russell Bader cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Russell Bader uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to guide online work in practical, approachable ways. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with skills that reduce anxiety, panic symptoms, and depressive patterns. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic memories and building coping strategies to reduce the ongoing impact of abuse or post-traumatic stress.Finding the right approach is part of the process, and treatment is collaborative. Licensed professionals and therapists work with each person to evaluate needs, goals, and preferences, and Russell helps determine which methods fit best for the client’s situation and pace.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into work and family schedules, maintain continuity of care when travel or relocation is a factor, and access consistent support from a therapist experienced in stress, relationships, and trauma-focused work.