As a licensed therapist with extensive experience in California, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma recovery. I bring a compassionate and nuanced approach to helping clients work through social anxiety, communication difficulties, panic disorders, and healing from past traumatic experiences.
My therapeutic style emphasizes understanding, empowerment, and collaborative growth. I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful personal insights. Drawing from decades of clinical experience, I am committed to helping individuals find pathways to emotional well-being and personal transformation.
I welcome clients seeking a thoughtful, progressive approach to mental health support, with a particular sensitivity to those seeking a liberal, non-religious therapeutic perspective. My goal is to provide a safe, affirming space where you can explore your experiences and develop effective strategies for personal growth.
Additional areas of focus: Communication problems, Forgiveness, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
CA LCSW 7303
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Russell Bader. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Russell is always on time, follows through with requests like sending me his notes, and checks in on past conversations. He communicates directly without beating around the bush, which I really value. He also challenges my thinking and recommends helpful readings. I feel supported, I am making great progress towards my goals and would definitely recommend him.
Written on Sep 12, 2025 after therapy with Russell for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and intimacy-related issues
Russell has been a keen listener and contributes valuable insights. He has made me feel at ease when sharing my thoughts and concerns, and always gives me room to finish my thoughts and sentences in a way that demonstrates deep empathy, genuine concern, and a desire to find paths that move me in the direction of awareness and self-care.
I am so grateful for his professionalism and support during the moments that I felt I needed it.
Thank you, Russell.
Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Russell for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great
Written on May 08, 2025 after therapy with Russell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Great talking to Russell. He understands and has a back ground in trauma. I think he is well suited for what I’m going through, would definitely recommend him to anyone who has experienced or think is experiencing PTSD
Written on Mar 17, 2025 after therapy with Russell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse