- Relationship focus
- Money and finances
- Practical skills
About David
David M Poles practices therapy with an emphasis on building secure connections and clearer thinking. He uses approaches that focus on how relationships shape emotions and on practical steps people can take to feel better. David is a licensed mental health counselor, LMHC, with 24 years of experience in Massachusetts.
He helps people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and trauma find steadier ground. He also supports those facing stress, grief, anger, addiction concerns, and struggles with self-esteem. Money and financial issues are listed among his focus areas when these stressors affect daily life or relationships.
David draws from attachment-based methods to look at how early bonds affect current behavior. He also uses client-centered work to listen closely and shape treatment around each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is part of his toolkit for changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Sessions tend to be direct but respectful, with clear feedback when it helps clients learn and change. He likes to help people make meaning from hard experiences and build skills they can use between sessions. Progress often comes from steady practice and clearer communication.
David works from Massachusetts and conducts sessions in English. To begin, prospective clients use the site's Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
How these approaches guide online work
Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships shape current reactions and patterns. It helps people understand why they respond the way they do to closeness, conflict, and stress. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person leads the pace and direction of change. It helps when someone needs acceptance and space to make sense of their feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, targets thinking and behavior patterns with practical exercises and coping strategies to reduce symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person's goals and preferences. That means checking in about what helps, adjusting techniques, and combining approaches when needed.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when that suits someone's day. It can also make it simpler to practice skills between sessions and bring real-life situations into conversation. Ask about available formats when scheduling so sessions match practical needs and goals.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, grief, addictions, anger, self-esteem, stress, and related issues such as parenting strain and relationship conflict.
What is the therapist's style in sessions?
Sessions are direct but caring, combining careful listening with honest feedback and practical steps to change thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does the clinician have?
The therapist has 24 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an MA and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, practicing in Massachusetts.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English only, and international clients are not accepted at this time.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin work?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.