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David Stuart

David Stuart

LMHC Florida

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Compassionate counselor who guides practical change

  • Warm and nonjudgmental
  • Guides not directs
  • Practical skill-building

About David

David Stuart is a personable Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who focuses on helping people through stressful life moments. He offers a warm, nonjudgmental presence and aims to create a straightforward, supportive space where clients can talk things through and find their own solutions.

He approaches sessions with openness and honesty. He listens first and helps people reflect on what they already know about their situation. He leans toward guiding rather than giving direct advice, so clients can build problem-solving skills that fit their lives.

David brings about 20 years of experience working with issues such as anxiety, stress, addictions, anger, and intimacy-related concerns. He also addresses relationship difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching for practical goals. Additional focuses include aging and geriatric issues, attachment concerns, divorce and separation, and smoking or vaping cessation.

His work draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which centers the client's perspective and pacing. He also uses mindfulness techniques to help people stay present and Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small, realistic steps toward change. These approaches are applied in everyday language and with clear, practical aims.

Sessions are offered in English and conducted from his Florida practice. David asks people to begin by using the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to his availability.

How his approaches work for online sessions

David uses Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize each person's pace and concerns, helping clients feel heard and respected while they figure things out. Mindfulness Therapy is used to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and help manage anxiety or stress. Solution-Focused Therapy helps identify small, clear steps clients can try between meetings to build momentum and see practical change.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to goals, try different strategies, and adjust based on what helps. Together they decide which mix of listening, mindfulness practice, or solution-focused steps fits the client's needs and preferences.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as options are set by the therapist. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets clients use mindfulness exercises and homework between meetings to reinforce progress. The focus is on practical, usable tools that fit everyday life rather than technical jargon.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoaching

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesJealousySmoking / vaping cessation

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does David commonly address?

He helps with anxiety, stress, addictions, anger, intimacy-related issues, and relationship tensions. He also focuses on coping with life changes and coaching for practical goals.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He works in a person-centered way, listening first and supporting clients to find their own answers. He combines mindfulness and solution-focused methods to create simple, doable steps.

What is his professional background?

He has about 20 years of experience providing emotional support through difficult times and helping people develop problem-solving skills.

Which credentials and region apply to this therapist?

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, practicing in Florida.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients seen?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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