Dr. David Wilcox
Compassionate trauma-informed LMHC in Florida
LMHC Florida
- Experience
- 34 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Languages
- English
About David
Dr. David Wilcox brings over three decades of clinical experience to his counseling practice in Florida.
Background and approach
As an LMHC licensed in Florida (FL LMHC MH9617), he has spent much of his career working with trauma and its ripple effects on individuals and loved ones, addressing how traumatic experiences intersect with mood, stress, and relationship dynamics.
He also works with difficulty related to substance misuse when it has emerged as a coping strategy for intrusive thoughts and feelings. His approach draws on cognitive behavioral techniques alongside elements of dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work.
He emphasizes a holistic view that considers biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions, adapting interventions to the needs and timing of each person. Over 34 years he has helped clients navigate anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, caregiving stress, and complex relationship issues such as infidelity and divorce.
Dr. Wilcox frames therapy as a collaborative process aimed at practical skills, clearer communication, and healthier coping patterns rather than quick fixes.
Using Evidence-Based Approaches in Online Care
Dr. Wilcox commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques and elements of dialectical behavior therapy to guide online sessions. Cognitive behavioral methods focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Dialectical behavior therapy provides practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, useful for relationship strains and impulse-related difficulties.Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. He works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then adapts methods over time so the therapy fits the person rather than forcing a single model onto every concern.
Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging supports flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain regular contact, practice skills between sessions, and engage in treatment from varied locations while still working with licensed professionals committed to evidence-informed care.
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Experience
34+ years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English