- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Gottman Method
About David
David Coalter is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Missouri with 20 years of experience. He works with adults on concerns such as trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, and challenges around parenting and fatherhood.
He uses a straightforward, science-informed style. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps rather than quick fixes. People come for help with emotional regulation, trauma recovery, and rebuilding relationships after harm or substance problems.
David draws from methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior. He also uses Client-Centered techniques to listen and respond to what each person brings to sessions. For relationship work he incorporates elements of the Gottman Method to address communication and conflict patterns.
His work often addresses the neurological impact of trauma and long-term dysregulation. That means attention to how stress and trauma affect thinking, feeling, and reacting, and building skills to manage those changes. He also assists people coping with life transitions such as divorce, job changes, or recovery from substance use.
People looking for a practical, direct approach that emphasizes measurable change may find his style fits well. Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients; confirm the current session options before booking.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on values-based actions. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and struggles with meaning or direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and anger.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. David will discuss different methods with each person and decide together which fits their goals and preferences. That collaborative planning helps make sessions relevant and focused on the changes someone wants to see.
The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people keep therapy consistent while they manage school, work, or parenting responsibilities.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with adults on trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting and related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He takes a direct, science-informed approach focused on practical steps and measurable change rather than quick fixes.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults on trauma, recovery and relational problems.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing in Missouri.
Can I work with him if I live outside the US?
He accepts international clients; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; confirm current options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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