David Gibbs is a licensed mental health professional who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, grief, and life changes.
01About David
David Gibbs is a licensed mental health professional who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, grief, and life changes. He brings a calm, straightforward style that aims to make conversations feel safe and practical for someone worried and short on time.
He has practiced for 20 years in settings that range from home-based crisis stabilization to independent practice and nonprofit programs. That range shaped a hands-on approach to common problems like sleep trouble, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with major transitions.
Background and approach
David uses several practical therapies to match what a person needs in the moment. He often draws on cognitive behavioral tools to shift unhelpful thinking, acceptance and commitment ideas to reduce struggle with painful feelings, and client-centered methods to keep the work grounded in the person's own goals.
He has worked with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns and has presented at local and national conferences about those topics. He also wrote a self-published book, Humbug to Happiness, which expands on his view that people deserve to build happier lives. David holds credentials as LMHC and LPCC and practices in Florida.
He offers sessions in English and provides a mix of video, phone, live chat, and text messaging options for people who need flexible ways to connect.
02Credentials
- LMHC (Florida)
- License MH6495 · expires March 2027
- LPCC (Ohio)
- License E.1100008 · expires August 2026
- NPI
- 1063600674 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything David lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Methods David names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods David names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting controlled by them, then choose actions that match personal values; this can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which is often helpful for stress, sleep problems, and mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where the person guides the goals and pace of work.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and then try techniques together. That collaborative process makes it easier to adjust methods if something isn’t working.
Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video is useful for deeper conversations and skills practice, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat can fit quick check-ins, and messaging is helpful for short updates or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to keep consistent contact over time.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of concerns does David help address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is his general therapy style like?
Sessions are practical and client-focused, mixing skills practice with reflection. He aims to keep tools simple so they can be used between sessions.
What background does he bring to therapy?
He has 20 years of counseling experience across home-based crisis work, nonprofit programs, and independent practice, with a focus on mental health and substance use issues.
What credentials and location are associated with his practice?
He holds LMHC and LPCC credentials and is based in Florida.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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