- 30 years experience
- Focus on sleep issues
- Practical goal work
About David
David Johnson is an LPC with three decades of counseling experience. He works in South Dakota and focuses on practical help for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life changes. He emphasizes respectful, sensitive care and aims to meet each person where they are.
He prefers clear, person-centered conversations. He listens first, then tailors a plan to real needs and goals. Sessions are described in everyday language and focus on what a person wants to change in their life.
His work includes coaching around career and parenting concerns, help for grief and relationship strain, and support for issues like addictions, eating or sleeping problems, and self-esteem. He also addresses more specific concerns such as abandonment, family of origin patterns, and first responder issues.
David uses a mix of approaches that match the situation. That can mean looking at thought patterns, setting small goals, or focusing on trauma recovery steps. The tone is practical and collaborative rather than technical.
Taking a first step can feel risky. He aims to make it straightforward and respectful. People who want direct talk and applied strategies may find his approach a good fit.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's priorities. The approach aims to create an open conversation where the therapist follows the person's lead and helps clarify what they want to change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact. It uses simple, practical exercises to shift unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.
Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to make changes. It is useful for coaching around addictions, career moves, or starting new habits.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose strategies that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That collaborative planning can change as progress is made.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week. It can reduce travel time, allow quicker check-ins, and let people use quieter surroundings or shorter sessions when needed. Because formats are not specified here, confirm current session options before booking so arrangements match everyday life and scheduling needs.
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
South Dakota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, eating and sleeping worries, parenting strain, and related life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centered style that emphasizes listening and tailoring the plan to each individual. He combines practical strategies and collaborative goal-setting.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He brings 30 years of professional counseling experience, working with a wide range of mood, trauma, and life-transition concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in South Dakota.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy match?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.