- ACT
- CBT
- Motivational interviewing
About David
Dr. David Engstrom is an Arizona psychologist (AZ Psychologist PSY-002048) with 22 years of clinical experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, sleep problems, and anger. He also helps with relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and several long-term health and aging issues.
He trained in clinical health psychology and has long experience with the psychological side of chronic illness, chronic pain, and insomnia. His background includes work with chemical dependency and motivational approaches to behavior change. He mentions using motivational interviewing to support people who find change difficult.
In sessions he combines clear, practical strategies with attention to a person’s goals and life context. He uses cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thinking and habits. He also draws on acceptance and mindfulness methods to reduce tension around difficult feelings.
He makes time for learning about each person’s routine and what gets in the way of change. That can mean working on sleep habits, coping with long-term pain, or breaking patterns of anger and frustration. Sessions often include exercises, straightforward skill practice, and discussion about how to apply those skills between meetings.
Dr. Engstrom practices in Arizona and offers services in English. International clients are accepted through the service. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on recognizing unhelpful struggles with thoughts and feelings and choosing actions that match personal values. It can help with ongoing anger, anxiety, and problems that keep recurring. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and uses practical exercises to change patterns that cause distress. It is often used for anger, mood problems, and sleep issues.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with clients to decide whether ACT, CBT, or a mix makes the most sense based on goals, day-to-day routines, and what has or hasn’t worked before. This is a step-by-step process that can change as progress is made.
The profile does not specify which online formats are used, so confirm available session types before booking. Many people find online sessions fit into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to attend brief check-ins or regular meetings. Online work can include skill practice, guided exercises, and planning how to use new strategies between sessions to manage anger, sleep, or chronic pain.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, sleep problems, anger, relationship concerns, grief, and related issues.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He blends cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and mindfulness strategies, and motivational interviewing to build practical skills and change habits.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 22 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with a focus on health psychology and chronic illness.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is an Arizona psychologist listed as AZ Psychologist PSY-002048 and practices in Arizona.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or from other countries?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted through the service.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.