David LaRocco is a psychotherapist who works with adolescents and adults in both individual and group settings. Drawing from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches, David helps clients better understand the roots of their emotions while developing practical strategies to manage them. He has a particular interest in supporting those navigating grief, depression, and anxiety, and strives to create a compassionate, grounded space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward healing and growth.
David LaRocco, LCSW
Psychotherapist
In a hectic world full of ubiquitous decisions, mounting responsibilities and the demands and complexity of relationships, therapy may seem more of a luxury than a necessity. I am passionate about helping clients experience the necessity and fulfillment of a therapeutic relationship. The richness of a well-examined life, a sense of inner calm in a relentless maelstrom of stress and self-doubt.
I work with clients facing a myriad of concerns, including the pressure of perfectionism, the overreliance of intellectual reasoning that discounts the value and perspective of one’s subconscious feelings and emotions, imposter syndrome, and an overall lack of professional satisfaction. My other focuses include clients experiencing role transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, and concerns about self-worth.
My experience also encompasses working with male clients who struggle with evolving role expectations in the family and the workplace. I seek to help men find a safe outlet for the vulnerability and emotions often discouraged by society.
Working from a psychodynamic perspective, we don’t rehash your history, we begin to reinterpret your experiences in a framework that distills and challenges previous assumptions and explores new meaning and context. I am a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker who completed my master’s studies at Hunter College, Silberman School of Social Work.