- Addictions and trauma
- Mood and self-esteem
- Practical problem solving
About David
David believes each person knows their story best and brings their own strengths to therapy. His work is collaborative and straightforward. He emphasizes practical steps and clear goals while honoring what feels important to the person in front of him.
In sessions he listens for what is working and what gets in the way. He offers guidance to rebuild confidence, manage mood swings, reduce compulsive behaviors, and address patterns like codependency or avoidance. He also helps people handle impulsivity, jealousy, infidelity fallout, and the emotional effects of separation or divorce.
David has experience addressing concerns that affect daily routines, such as hoarding, sleeping problems, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. He supports people dealing with compassion fatigue and those navigating challenges linked to intellectual disability or veteran and armed forces issues.
People can expect a practical, respectful approach focused on small changes that add up. David offers help with immediate problems and longer-term life planning, and he encourages people to take the next step when they feel ready.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
David uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical work in session and coping skills between meetings. One common approach is structured skill-building that teaches concrete strategies for managing mood swings, reducing compulsive behaviors, and improving sleep. This helps people with bipolar disorder, panic, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms practice tools in daily life.Another useful approach emphasizes trauma-informed pacing and stabilization. That means focusing first on safety, symptom reduction, and building coping skills before addressing painful memories, which can help people dealing with trauma, dissociation, or domestic violence-related stress.
Finding the right fit is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose approaches that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration helps tailor the techniques and pace to what feels useful and manageable.
If you prefer online care, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists can adapt exercises, homework, and skill practice to everyday routines so sessions fit into real life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does David commonly address?
He works with addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, low self-esteem, and LGBT-related issues, along with many related concerns such as relationship strain, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and parenting stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is collaborative and practical. He listens for strengths, sets clear goals, and focuses on small steps that lead to change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional work experience as a licensed clinician in Florida.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida and practicing there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
