David Miller

Calm-focused therapy grounded in practical tools

LISW Ohio

Experience: 6 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About David

David Miller is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) based in Ohio who uses evidence-informed methods to help people manage intense emotions and life disruptions. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside acceptance-oriented and attachment-focused approaches to address symptoms of anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, and stress.

Background and approach

With six years of clinical experience, he blends practical coping skills and values-driven work to support clients in reducing distress and clarifying priorities. His practice attends to a broad range of related concerns, including relationship friction, codependency, communication difficulties, personality-related struggles, and substance use.

David aims to create a collaborative environment where clients explore patterns, learn concrete strategies for change, and build routines that reflect their goals. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English, working flexibly to meet different schedules and needs.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Access

David emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a core tool, using it to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors while building concrete coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and addictive patterns. He also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify personal values and practice acceptance-based skills that reduce struggle with difficult emotions. Attachment-Based Therapy is used to explore relational patterns and the ways early and current relationships influence emotional responses and communication.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to consider their goals, symptom profile, and personal preferences, and together they decide which methods or combination of methods fit best. This ongoing evaluation allows adjustments as progress unfolds so treatment stays aligned with the client's needs.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow clients to access evidence-informed approaches from varied locations, accommodate busy routines, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible.

Frequently asked questions

Which concerns does this therapist commonly address?

David supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, and he also works with related issues such as communication problems, codependency, and family difficulties.

What is the therapist's general therapeutic style?

He blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with acceptance and attachment-informed methods, focusing on practical skills, values clarification, and exploring relational patterns in a collaborative manner.

How long has he been practicing clinically?

David has six years of professional experience working as a licensed social worker in therapeutic settings.

Where is the therapist licensed and what are his credentials?

He holds the credential LISW and is licensed in Ohio with the designation OH LISW I.2203763.

Can clients who live outside the United States work with him?

Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.

Which session formats are offered for online work?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Pricing varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English