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David Morris

Practical, client-centered therapy grounded in CBT

LPCC Ohio

Experience
27 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About David

David Morris draws on 27 years of clinical practice to help people address a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. He uses a collaborative, client-focused style that encourages honest sharing and practical skill building.

Background and approach

David emphasizes approaches grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered techniques to help clients understand how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and to build more adaptive responses. His work covers many areas including addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse, stress, self-esteem, career concerns, sleep disturbances, anger, and attention-related challenges such as ADHD.

Additional focus areas include blended family dynamics, infidelity, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and process addictions like gambling or pornography. David is licensed as an LPCC in Ohio (OH LPCC E.0002481-SUPV) and offers services in English.

He approaches each client without judgment and aims to create an environment where practical strategies and personal values guide progress. Prospective clients choose their session format and begin by completing a short matching questionnaire, then scheduling according to availability.

Integrating CBT and Client-Centered Care Online

David uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; this approach is often useful for concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, and addictive behaviors because it pairs insight with practical skills. He also employs Client-Centered Therapy practices that prioritize empathic listening and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore feelings and values at their own pace.

Choosing the most helpful approach is part of the therapeutic process, and David works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs and goals. He tailors interventions based on what a client brings to sessions, adjusting techniques and pacing as progress and preferences emerge.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it possible to engage in regular work on goals from home or work while preserving continuity when life requires adjustments to timing or location. Licensed professionals can use these tools to deliver clear skill teaching, reflective conversation, and practical problem solving in ways that accommodate varied lifestyles and responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
David works with a broad set of concerns including addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, sleeping problems, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD among others.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Sessions combine client-centered therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focusing on understanding clients' experiences while teaching skills to change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns.
How much experience does the therapist have?
He brings 27 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and helping people manage a variety of life challenges and behavioral concerns.
Where is the therapist licensed and what are the credentials?
David is licensed in Ohio as an LPCC with the license reference OH LPCC E.0002481-SUPV.
Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients join?
Services are provided in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered for online work?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide a range of ways to engage in therapy according to client preference.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCommitment issuesDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purposeParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionTraumatic brain injury

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English