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DR Portrait of David Rowland

David Rowland

Compassionate, practical therapy for life's challenges

LCSW Missouri

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About David

David Rowland is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with ten years of practice who focuses on helping people navigate depression, anxiety, stress, anger, caregiver strain, compassion fatigue, and life transitions.

Background and approach

He brings a relational and person-centered stance to his work, aiming to understand clients' lives broadly rather than isolating single problems. David emphasizes empathy, warmth, and at times gentle humor as part of building a collaborative therapeutic relationship.

His clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), along with motivational and solution-focused strategies when useful. David often weaves these methods together with Rogerian, person-centered techniques to tailor sessions to each person's needs and goals.

He listens for patterns and life contexts that help explain current difficulties and partners with clients to identify practical steps forward.

Licensed in Missouri (MO LCSW 2017039593), David welcomes clients who are exploring concerns such as grief, relationship and family problems, sleep difficulties, bipolar mood issues, parenting and fatherhood concerns, attachment and adoption-related questions, aging and end-of-life matters, and broader questions about life purpose and meaning. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

David draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical coping skills; CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and mood regulation. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify personal values, accept difficult internal experiences, and take committed action toward meaningful goals.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to explore which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques as the work progresses to maintain a good fit.

Online formats offer flexibility for people juggling busy schedules or living far from a clinician. David provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so clients can choose the communication style that suits them. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and apply therapeutic tools in everyday contexts, with scheduling adapted to the client's availability.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
He works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, caregiver fatigue, relationship and family issues, trauma, sleep problems, bipolar disorder, and life transitions.
What is the therapist's general approach or style?
He describes his style as relational, warm, and caring, combining empathy and sometimes humor while using evidence-informed techniques to help clients find practical solutions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has been practicing since 2015 and brings ten years of professional experience to his therapeutic work.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He is an LCSW licensed in Missouri with license number MO LCSW 2017039593 and practices from that jurisdiction.
Does he work with clients who live outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Which session formats are available for remote work?
Sessions may be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference and availability.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are offered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in beginning therapy with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefParenting issuesAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Missouri

Languages

English