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David Sprouse

Focused, practical counseling for daily challenges

LCPC, LPC Virginia

Experience
5 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About David

David Sprouse is a licensed counselor who emphasizes practical, evidence-informed work with clients. He integrates cognitive behavioral techniques alongside client-centered and emotionally focused ideas to help people unpack stressful patterns, manage anxiety, navigate addiction concerns, and address relationship and trauma-related difficulties.

Background and approach

With five years of counseling-specific experience, he pairs structured problem-solving with attention to emotions and personal meaning to support change. He brings a straightforward, approachable manner to sessions, aiming to create a nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored.

His background includes substantial experience with addictions and medical stressors, and he draws on that work when supporting clients facing substance concerns, career pressures, caregiver strain, sleep and eating issues, or complicated life transitions. David holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices from Virginia, offering services in English.

Clients who prefer a blend of practical tools and empathic listening will find his style accessible. He frames therapy as a collaborative process and encourages people to take steps toward greater well-being at a pace that fits their goals and circumstances.

Integrating therapeutic methods for online care

David often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; this approach can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and many practical problems. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and creating a collaborative space so clients can explore feelings and priorities at their own pace. Emotionally-Focused Therapy appears in his toolkit as well, focusing on understanding and reshaping emotional responses to improve relationship and attachment-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He collaborates with each person to select methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds so therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and use tools and exercises between meetings. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, client-centered, and emotionally focused strategies effectively across these remote formats to support ongoing growth.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
David works with many concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, family and parenting challenges, sleep and eating issues, anger, self esteem, career stress, ADHD, and related areas.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral tools and emotionally focused methods, offering both practical strategies and attention to emotional experience in sessions.
How long has he been practicing?
He has five years of licensed counseling-specific experience, built on additional long-term healthcare work prior to his counseling career.
What credentials and location are listed?
David holds LCPC and LPC credentials and provides services based in Virginia; license details are NV LCPC CP5585-R and OR LPC C5991 as documented.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
He provides services in English and is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for remote work?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is cost handled for ongoing sessions?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy with this clinician?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Hawaii, Oregon, Oklahoma, Alabama, Arizona, Nevada, Virginia

Languages

English