David Stewart

Experienced counselor blending evidence-based care

LPC Colorado

Experience: 20 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About David

David Stewart is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with two decades of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulties, grief, and other life transitions.

Background and approach

He draws on a broad set of tools to tailor care to each person's situation, combining practical skills training with compassionate, goal-oriented support. His style blends cognitive and acceptance-based methods with attention to attachment and relational patterns, inviting clients to explore how thoughts, values, and early bonds shape current struggles.

Working from Colorado, he offers care that aims to increase self-awareness, build coping skills, and promote meaningful change without judgment. David emphasizes collaborative planning so treatment aligns with each client's priorities and pace.

Over 20 years in the field have informed his work with people facing addiction, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and abuse, intimacy- and identity-related concerns, sleep and parenting challenges, and career or life-purpose issues. He accepts international clients and provides multiple remote session options to make therapy accessible for a range of schedules and needs.

How cognitive, acceptance, and attachment approaches work online

David routinely uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. CBT focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which emphasizes clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility so people can live toward meaningful goals even while sitting with difficult emotions. Attachment-Based Therapy is another influence in his work, concentrating on how early relational experiences shape current patterns in intimacy, trust, and communication.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and he partners with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative stance guides treatment planning and ongoing adjustments so interventions remain relevant and usable.

Online therapy with him is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to engage in the same therapeutic methods from a distance, allowing clients to receive care that fits into their daily lives while working toward clearer thinking, stronger relationships, and more consistent coping skills.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career struggles, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and coping with life changes.

What therapeutic approach does he use?

His practice uses several evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to tailor work to individual needs.

How much experience does he have?

He brings 20 years of professional experience to his work, drawing on long-term clinical practice to inform interventions and case formulation.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the license CO LPC LPC.0006302 and practices from Colorado.

Can people who live outside the country work with him?

Yes, he accepts international clients and is able to offer sessions to people located outside the United States.

Which session formats are offered?

Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How much does therapy cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also works with

LGBTTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Colorado

Languages

English