- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- ACT and CBT
About David
David Adames is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado with 18 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and major life changes. He also addresses issues such as addictions, relationship problems, parenting concerns, and questions around identity and LGBT matters.
David focuses on practical, person-centered conversations. He treats clients as the experts on their own lives and helps them notice strengths they already have. Sessions are straightforward and aim to clarify goals and next steps rather than relying on jargon.
His background includes long-term clinical practice across varied settings. That experience informs how he approaches concerns like grief, career stress, anger, and patterns such as codependency or avoidant tendencies. He works with people facing both sudden losses and slow-building stressors.
David uses a mix of approaches in session. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people identify values and take manageable steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps with shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Client-centered methods keep the work focused on the person's priorities.
He offers services in English and Spanish and does not accept international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that align with those values. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and feeling stuck as you move through early adulthood choices.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments. It is practical for stress, worry, and changing habits that get in the way of work or relationships.
Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the person's perspective and goals. The therapist listens and reflects so the client can decide the pace and direction of the work.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they will try methods that fit the person's needs and adjust as they learn what works.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also make it possible to continue work during life transitions like moving for school or a first job.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting, career, ADHD and related issues.
How does he approach therapy?
He combines Client-Centered methods with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to focus on practical steps and the client's goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has 18 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with a range of presenting concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Colorado.
Does he work in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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