- Goal focused
- Practical skills
- Values centered
About David
David Sullivan is a licensed counselor who focuses on helping people move forward when life feels stuck. He brings a calm, practical approach to concerns such as anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, and major life changes. David uses clear, direct conversations to help people set goals and try small steps that make a difference.
He has a Master of Arts in Counseling and a Master of Divinity. David holds the Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential and the Licensed Professional Counselor credential. He draws on cognitive behavioral ideas as a base, while also using client-centered, existential, mindfulness, and motivational methods to match each persons needs.
Sessions usually involve looking at how thoughts, habits, and relationships affect daily life. David helps people notice unhelpful thinking, practice different responses, and build routines that reduce stress. He also works on relationship concerns, intimacy issues, career direction, and the practical parts of recovery from substance problems.
David has more than two decades of experience in the mental health field. He works with people across many regions and is open to international clients. The focus is on setting realistic goals, learning new skills, and making steady progress at a comfortable pace.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a time that fits their life. David aims to tailor the work to each person's values and goals, and he encourages ongoing feedback so sessions stay useful.
Approaches used in online counseling and how they help
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a working relationship so the client feels understood and can set their own direction. This approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to sort values, relationships, or life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that feed into addictions or poor sleep.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and increase focus. It can help with stress, chronic worry, and managing urges tied to addictive behavior.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each client to choose methods that match goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean trying one approach first and adjusting over time based on what helps most.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow more flexible scheduling. Because the profile does not list specific session formats here, confirm which online options are available before booking. Many people find remote sessions useful for regular check-ins, skill practice, and planning steps for change without needing to rearrange a full day.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What issues does David help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma recovery, career questions, ADHD, and related life adjustments.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He blends client-centered care with cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness. Sessions focus on practical steps, goal setting, and making small changes that add up.
How much experience does he have?
David brings 23 years in the mental health field working with a wide range of concerns and life transitions.
What credentials and region are listed?
He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices from Michigan.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients from multiple regions.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.