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David Miller

Compassionate, practical therapy for meaningful change

LMFT California

Experience
4 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About David

David Miller is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with four years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, LGBTQ concerns, relationship difficulties, and challenges related to self-esteem and motivation.

Background and approach

His approach centers on respectful, sensitive interaction and building a treatment plan that reflects each person’s individual needs and circumstances. He draws from several evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns, and mindfulness-informed practices to increase present-moment awareness and emotional regulation.

David also uses client-centered principles to create a nonjudgmental space where clients guide the pace and priorities of therapy. He aims to help clients navigate life transitions, address attachment and communication struggles, and reduce feelings of isolation or shame.

David invites those ready to begin the work of change to take the first step; he emphasizes collaboration and tailors sessions to the client’s goals. Prospective clients can expect a compassionate, structured approach that blends practical strategies with attention to personal values and long-term growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Access

David integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into online work to offer practical tools and values-focused guidance. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and improve coping with stress. ACT emphasizes clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility, useful for navigating life changes and increasing motivation.

He approaches treatment as a collaborative process, recognizing that finding the right method often involves some exploration. The therapist will work with clients to determine which combination of techniques and pacing fits their goals, adjusting the plan as progress and preferences become clearer.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, this practice aims to make therapy more accessible and adaptable to busy schedules. These formats allow continuity of care across different settings and make it easier to use therapeutic tools when they are most needed, while preserving a focus on clear goals and skill-building with licensed professionals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ matters, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, with additional attention to issues such as attachment, body image, guilt, and isolation.
How does he typically approach therapy?
His style blends client-centered listening with evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness, aiming to tailor interventions to each person’s needs and goals.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns and draws on multiple therapeutic approaches in practice.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He holds a California LMFT license, listed as CA LMFT 149514, and provides services while based in California.
Can sessions be provided in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on his availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersSelf-loveSexuality

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English