Publications

• The Music Industry Must Do More To Protect The Mental Health Of Its Most Vulnerable Artists

Where Psychology & the Entertainment Industry Meet

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

Additional Information

David Andreone is a psychotherapist and entertainment industry executive whose career bridges the worlds of creativity and mental health. With a rare combination of clinical training and decades of frontline experience in the entertainment industry, he brings a uniquely integrated perspective to understanding and supporting the people behind creative work. Andreone is the founder of ArtistServices Therapy, a mental health practice dedicated to artists, creatives, and creative executives. His work as a psychotherapist is grounded in evidence-based clinical methods and a deep familiarity with the realities of life in the entertainment business. Having spent years working alongside artists and executives, he understands the pressures that define creative careers—unpredictable income, public scrutiny, identity challenges, and the constant demand for output in a highly competitive environment. At ArtistServices Therapy, Andreone works with artists, writers, directors, producers, actors, singers, composers and all other manner of creatives. He helps clients build sustainable careers and lives by integrating personal well-being with professional ambition. His ability to contextualize mental health within the culture of the entertainment industry allows him to connect with clients in a way that is both credible and effective. Before becoming a psychotherapist, Andreone established himself as a highly successful music executive (Warner Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, et al.), with artist signings exceeding 30 million units sold worldwide (Disturbed, Hoobastank, Michelle Branch, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, among others). His work spans multiple genres and eras of the industry, reflecting both strong creative instincts and a strategic understanding of how to build lasting careers. He remains active in the music industry today as a manager, advising and supporting artists with a perspective shaped by both his executive background and clinical training. This dual lens allows him to guide clients in a way that accounts for both the business and personal dimensions of their careers. In addition to his work in therapy and music, Andreone was the co-creator and executive producer of Rough Draft with Reza Aslan, a TV show that reflects his interest in culture, writing, and meaningful dialogue. He has also written extensively on the intersection of entertainment and psychology, with numerous articles published in respected outlets including Variety (https://variety.com/2026/music/opinion/mental-health-lmusic-industry-1236766140/), Psychology Today and Billboard Magazine (https://www.billboard.com/pro/music-industry-protect-mental-health-vulnerable-artists-david-andreone/). Andreone is frequently retained as an expert witness in entertainment-related legal matters. Drawing on his extensive industry experience, he provides clear, informed analysis on issues involving artist management, industry standards, professional conduct, and the inner workings of the music business. His background as a psychotherapist adds an additional layer of insight, allowing him to address the human and behavioral factors that often play a role in complex disputes.