Therapy with David
About Therapy with David
“It is in Allowing Myself to Be Known by Others That I Can Know Myself.”
(an Ubuntu Principle.)
About David
I’m a therapist, counselor educator, and someone who deeply understands what it means to carry both visible and invisible weight.
I hold a PhD in Counseling and work with graduate students training to become therapists themselves. My work is grounded in both research and real human experience.
But more than anything, I show up as a human being in the room with you.
No performance.
No pretending.
Just honest, meaningful work.
You don’t have to keep carrying this alone.
There is a way forward.
Not through force.
Not through fixing.
But through understanding, connection, and honest work.
When you’re ready, I’m here.
PSYCHOTHERAPY
IN AUSTIN, TX
AND ONLINE
Therapy with David
My Approach
This isn’t clipboard therapy.
This is two human beings sitting in the truth together.
We won’t rush to fix you.
Because you are not broken.
Instead, we’ll begin to understand:
- How your patterns were formed
- What your nervous system has learned to protect
- How shame has shaped the way you see yourself
- What parts of you have gone into hiding
And slowly, together, we create space for something new to emerge.
Therapy that goes deeper.
My work integrates:
- Relational therapy, healing through authentic connection
- Somatic awareness, understanding the body, not just the mind
- Identity-focused work, exploring who you are beneath the roles and expectations
- Shame-informed therapy, working directly with the core wounds that keep you stuck
This isn’t about quick fixes.
It’s about lasting transformation, the kind that changes how you relate to yourself and others.
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy with David
What is your overall approach to counseling services in Austin, TX?
My approach is collaborative and rooted in building a strong, trusting relationship with you. I focus on creating a warm, non-judgmental environment where you feel truly heard and respected. I integrate various evidence-based techniques, drawing from cognitive, emotional, and relational frameworks to suit your specific needs and goals.evidence-based techniques
What specific struggles do you help your clients navigate?
Most of the people I work with aren’t “falling apart” on the outside.
They’re functioning. Showing up. Carrying responsibility.
But internally, something feels off.
I help clients navigate:
A persistent sense of not being enough, even when life looks “successful”
Shame that feels difficult to name but quietly shapes thoughts, choices, and relationships
Feeling disconnected, from themselves, from others, or from a sense of meaning
Patterns in relationships that repeat, even when they try to do things differently
Overthinking, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm that won’t seem to settle
Questions around identity, sexuality, and authenticity
A sense of being “stuck” without fully understanding why
Often, these struggles are not random.
They are rooted in experiences, relationships, and adaptations that once made sense—but no longer serve you.
Our work is about understanding those patterns with compassion…
and creating space for something more aligned, more honest, and more freeing to emerge.
Is your therapy process one-size-fits-all?
No, I strongly emphasize that effective therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. I tailor my counseling services and techniques to suit your specific needs and goals.
What is the primary goal of counseling with you?
My primary goal is to provide a dedicated time where you can slow down, gain clarity, and come home to yourself. I aim to help you move toward a more fulfilling, balanced, and vibrant life.
Who is this therapy best suited for?
This work is designed for men and women dealing with shame, trauma, and feelings of disconnection from themselves.
What makes this approach different from traditional therapy?
The focus is on relationship, mutuality, and depth, not quick fixes. Therapy unfolds through real connection rather than detached observation.
Do you offer individual counseling only?
Yes. The work is intentionally focused on individual therapeutic processes to allow for depth, safety, and trust.
How do I get started?
Reach out through the contact form to schedule an initial conversation and see if this therapeutic relationship feels like the right fit.
