About David
David Gibbs offers straightforward support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, or big life changes. He keeps sessions focused and practical so clients can find relief and make steady progress. He brings 20 years of clinical experience and holds two licenses: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Ohio.
That background includes work with mental health and substance use concerns, and he has supervised other clinicians in Florida.
How David works
Sessions blend practical therapy skills with a respectful, person-centered stance. He often uses approaches that help people change unhelpful thinking and build new coping habits. EMDR is also part of his repertoire for addressing trauma when appropriate.
David has worked in many settings over his career, from home-based crisis stabilization to nonprofit and independent practice. He has also presented at local and national conferences on mental health and substance use topics. He wrote and self-published a book, Humbug to Happiness, which reflects his long-held view that everyone deserves a life with more satisfaction and meaning.
In sessions he helps clients set clear goals, practice new skills, and track small steps forward. People who prefer direct, experienced guidance often find his style useful. He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different routines and needs.
David lists 9 ways of working on the entry:
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
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
Also listed
- Abandonment
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Attachment issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family conflicts
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Grief
- Guilt and shame
- Intimacy-related issues
- Jealousy
- LGBT
- Life purpose
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Sleeping disorders
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trauma and abuse
Training and background
| Registers | LMHC, LPCC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 20 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Florida |
Memberships and registers are shown as supplied; they are not licences, and this directory does not verify them.
Online support options
Approaches that translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and take action toward them. It supports coping with anxiety, depression, and life changes by teaching skills to accept difficult feelings while committing to meaningful steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps reduce the intensity of disturbing memories and the reactions they cause when chosen as part of the plan.Figuring out the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to goals and try methods that fit each person’s needs and comfort. Over a few sessions, the plan can be adjusted so the work feels useful and manageable.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people work face to face from different locations. Phone sessions are a good option when bandwidth is low or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging provide shorter, more frequent check-ins or support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives while keeping the focus on practical progress and skill building.
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