About David
David Covey is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 24 years as an LMFT in California. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He also addresses trauma and related concerns like post-traumatic stress and recovery from abuse.
David uses clear, practical steps in sessions. He listens first, then helps people build skills to reduce reactivity and manage difficult feelings. Sessions move at a pace set by the person seeking help and focus on what is useful day to day.
How David works
His background includes long experience working in mental health settings where he saw many treatment approaches in action. That history shaped his preference for techniques that produce noticeable change in mood and behavior. He emphasizes approaches that target traumatic reactions and anxiety when those are present.
People who work with him can expect straightforward discussion, skill-building, and attention to patterns that keep problems going. He encourages small experiments between sessions so new habits can form. The aim is to reduce symptoms and increase confidence in handling stressors.
David is based in California and conducts sessions in English. He combines practical tools with consistent support so people can move past limits that have felt stuck for years.
What David works with
The areas below are the ones David selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | LMFT |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 24 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
David often uses therapies that target traumatic reactions and anxiety with the goal of reducing reactivity and improving day-to-day coping. One approach focuses on processing trauma to lower intense emotional reactions; it helps when past events trigger present anxiety or flashbacks. A second approach uses cognitive and behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and build practical skills for managing stress, anger, and low mood.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss different options, consider the person's needs and goals, and tailor methods as treatment progresses. The plan can change if something is not working or if priorities shift during therapy.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging let people share thoughts in writing and fit support around a busy schedule. These options make it easier to attend sessions from different locations and at varied times while still working with licensed professionals to address concern areas.
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