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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Supports LGBT concerns
About David
LCSW, licensed in New Jersey, with 24 years of experience. David Rice focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, LGBT issues, family and parenting topics, and related struggles like panic, social anxiety, and caregiver stress.
David speaks plainly and keeps sessions straightforward. He centers conversations on the person in front of him and uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow a client's concerns. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thought and behavior and to practice concrete changes. He mentions Biblical knowledge that may be integrated when it fits the client's preferences.
His background includes long-term clinical work in New Jersey settings. He has a history assisting with school-related and parenting problems and previously worked extensively with children, teens, and their parents; his current practice focuses on adults. The LCSW credential stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and reflects state licensure in New Jersey.
In session, David aims for clear goals and practical steps. He will listen to what's most urgent and then propose approaches that match the client's situation. Sessions combine open listening with CBT tools when useful, such as tracking moods, testing thoughts, and practicing new responses.
If you want to start, follow the platform's matching flow to schedule an initial meeting. That first conversation is used to clarify goals and decide whether to continue and which methods to use.
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Therapeutic approaches used for remote work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. The therapist pays attention to what matters most to the client and reflects that back to help clarify feelings and priorities. This approach can help when someone needs a steady, nonjudgmental space to sort through emotions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It uses practical exercises such as mood tracking, testing unhelpful thoughts, and behavioral experiments. CBT is often used for anxiety, panic, low mood, and patterns that interfere with daily life.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the issue, and adjust plans based on what helps. Clients and the therapist decide together which tools to use and how to apply them.
Confirm current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific online options. Many people find remote sessions helpful for fitting appointments into work or caregiving schedules, for shorter check-ins, or for avoiding travel time. If you have a practical need - less screen time, quicker sessions, or a quieter hour - mention it when you schedule so the therapist can suggest a suitable plan.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, LGBT issues, and related problems such as panic and social anxiety.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He practices Client-Centered Therapy and uses CBT techniques. Sessions mix listening with concrete exercises to test thoughts and try new responses.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 24 years of professional experience working in clinical settings in New Jersey.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW, which means Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and is licensed in New Jersey.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.