- CBT based methods
- Emotionally focused work
- Solution focused steps
About David
Dr. David Lustig is a Florida psychologist (FL Psychologist PY3358) with 34 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and issues common in young adulthood. He practices in Florida and conducts work in English.
He uses cognitive behavioral approaches along with client-centered, emotionally-focused, and solution-focused methods to address everyday problems. Sessions focus on clear goals, practical strategies, and improving day-to-day functioning. Dr. Lustig favors straightforward techniques that patients can try between meetings.
Across his career he has worked widely in public forums, written a parenting book, and taught at the college level. That background informs how he explains concepts and offers short-term tools as well as longer-term change strategies. He draws on examples that people recognize from real life to make the work easier to follow.
In the room he aims to be direct and encouraging. He often blends problem-solving steps with attention to feelings and relationship patterns. This can help with mood problems, coping with life transitions, and issues like addiction, ADHD, or grief.
For people in their late teens and twenties feeling behind or overwhelmed by early adult responsibilities, he helps unpack priorities, manage anxiety, and build habits that support work and relationships. To begin he asks about current struggles, goals, and what has or hasn’t worked so far.
How his approaches are used in online work
Dr. Lustig commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered methods in therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought patterns and learning practical skills to change behavior and mood, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes understanding a person's perspective and building a collaborative conversation to explore goals and values, useful for relationship concerns and self-esteem.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what has worked before, then suggest an approach or combination of approaches. This is a collaborative process where adjustments are made as needs change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around school, work, or caregiving responsibilities. It can also support shorter check-ins, allow sessions without needing travel, and help people keep therapy consistent during life transitions.
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Experience
34+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, ADHD, addiction, grief, and other mood or coping issues.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses cognitive behavioral methods alongside client-centered and emotionally-focused approaches, with an emphasis on practical tools and clear goals.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 34 years of clinical experience in psychology, including private practice and academic work.
What are his credentials and where does he work?
He is a Florida Psychologist, credential FL Psychologist PY3358, and practices in Florida.
Can he work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does he offer?
Confirm current session options before booking to learn which formats are offered for consultations and therapy sessions.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
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