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- CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- LGBT support
About David
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with five years of experience, David Alvarez helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, relationship and family concerns, addiction, career issues, and LGBT-related challenges. He offers talk-based care that focuses on practical steps and clearer thinking. Sessions use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy methods alongside motivational interviewing ideas.
David spent years working in hospital and residential settings with adults who had severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders. That work included supporting people with mood disorders, schizophrenia, personality disorders, PTSD, OCD, and other complex presentations. He has also worked with LGBTQ people and adolescents in earlier roles.
In the room he focuses on understanding what brought someone to therapy and identifying concrete changes to try. He uses motivational interviewing to build motivation for change and CBT techniques to test unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented, with time spent developing a practical action plan.
David explains clinical ideas in straightforward language. He aims to help people notice patterns, practice new skills, and track progress between sessions. He also runs group work as part of his background and has experience with both one-on-one and group formats.
People choosing to work with him should expect a collaborative process. He asks questions, listens to priorities, and works with each person to set achievable steps toward their goals.
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How CBT and motivational interviewing guide remote sessions
CBT helps people identify and test unhelpful thoughts and the behaviors that follow. In practice this means noticing a worry, examining the evidence for it, and trying small experiments to change responses. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation challenges.Motivational interviewing focuses on increasing a person's own reasons for change. The therapist asks open questions, reflects back what they hear, and helps people weigh pros and cons so they can commit to specific steps. This approach is useful when someone feels stuck or uncertain about change.
Choosing the right mix of methods is collaborative. The therapist will work with each person to decide whether CBT, motivational interviewing, or a combination fits their goals. That choice can change over time as needs and preferences become clearer.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist about how sessions can fit into your schedule and what to expect.
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Areas of expertise
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, addiction, relationship and family concerns, anger, career issues, compassion fatigue, and LGBT-related challenges.
What therapeutic style does he use?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside motivational interviewing strategies. Sessions focus on identifying thoughts and behaviors to change and on building motivation for those changes.
How long has he practiced?
He has five years of experience in his current role as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a longer history working in mental health settings dating back to the 1990s.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and holds a Master of Arts in Counseling from Montclair State University.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
International clients are accepted. Confirm any cross-border details directly when arranging sessions.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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