David Potts

David Potts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 14 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship troubles, parenting strain, career concerns, and addiction issues. He also supports those coping with ADHD, bipolar challenges, and major life changes.

David uses a practical, down-to-earth style in sessions. He listens first, then helps clients spot patterns that keep them stuck. He focuses on small, doable changes rather than perfection. Progress is the goal, not an ideal outcome.

Over his career David has worked across outpatient and residential settings. He has experience with teens, young adults, and adults who have faced trauma, loss, or unstable family situations. That background informs how he helps people manage strong emotions and rebuild routines.

Clinically he draws on cognitive-behavioral methods plus dialectical and emotionally-focused ideas. He mixes these with existential and mindfulness approaches to match what each person needs. He adapts plans based on a person’s goals, priorities, and life demands.

Sessions emphasize clear steps people can try between meetings. David often looks for root causes while teaching skills for stress, sleep, anger, and self-esteem. He encourages steady progress and supports people as they make changes at home, school, or work.

How these approaches translate to online therapy

David commonly uses cognitive-behavioral therapy, which helps people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress-related concerns. He also draws on dialectical behavior therapy, which teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills useful for strong emotions and relationship strain.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to focus on in sessions and between meetings.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around school, work, or caregiving. It can also let someone choose a shorter check-in when time is tight or try audio-only conversations when video is difficult. Ask about available session types when you schedule so you can pick what fits your routine and needs.