- CBT methods
- ACT strategies
- Attachment focus
About David
David Porter is an LCSW - a licensed clinical social worker in Arizona with 10 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship struggles, and family of origin concerns. He also supports people dealing with grief, intimacy issues, ADHD, and LGBT-related challenges.
Porter blends practical therapies to help people change patterns that no longer serve them. Sessions focus on learning skills, trying new behaviors, and making clearer choices. He uses straightforward, skills-based techniques rather than long lectures or vague theory.
His approach often draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at thought and behavior links, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify values and take committed action. Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques are used when emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills are needed. Attachment-based ideas inform work on family of origin issues and relationship patterns.
In sessions he helps people name repeating roles and expectations that came from their family background. He pays attention to how those patterns affect communication, boundaries, and intimacy now. Work may include skill practice, role plays, and focused reflection on past interactions.
Clients can expect a practical focus aimed at changing daily routines and responses. Porter also brings experience with addiction recovery and relationship repair when those issues are part of the picture. He offers direct guidance alongside collaborative planning for next steps.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters to them and take action aligned with those values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and life changes where someone wants clearer direction rather than just symptom relief.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical exercises and homework to shift unhelpful patterns and build new habits for managing stress and mood.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at early relationship patterns and how they influence adult relationships. It can help people who notice repeating roles or difficulty with closeness and boundaries stemming from family of origin dynamics.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review your needs, goals, and preferences and then collaborate on which methods to try first. That plan can change as progress is made or new priorities emerge.
Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what is available for remote work. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow straightforward skills practice between meetings. They also let therapists and clients use exercises, worksheets, and real-time coaching in the moment to help apply new behaviors to daily life.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to family patterns?
He supports adults noticing how family of origin roles, expectations, and communication continue to shape their choices and relationships.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, skills-oriented style that emphasizes behavior change, values clarification, and improving communication.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of professional counseling experience working with adults on a range of issues including addiction and relationship problems.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in Arizona, and his practice is located in that state.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats does he provide?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for your situation.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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