- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Communication skills
About David
David Kobold is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Montana with six years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and anger. He also helps people dealing with isolation, mood changes, life transitions, and issues tied to fatherhood and men's concerns.
David works directly with individuals who want clearer communication and steadier emotion regulation. Sessions focus on practical skills to manage spikes of anger, reduce resentment, and handle conflict without escalating. He uses straightforward talk and actionable steps rather than jargon or long theory explanations.
His background includes supporting veterans and first responders through role-related stress and trauma recovery. He also helps people navigating divorce, separation, and the fallout from domestic violence and substance problems. That experience informs how he talks about boundaries, safety, and rebuilding routines.
In session David draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients process painful memories and practice new behaviors. He coaches people in building better habits, managing cravings, and repairing strained relationships. Work often includes focused skill practice between sessions to make progress feel tangible.
People who seek him out are often managing work pressure, parental responsibilities, or the long-term effects of prior trauma. He aims to keep sessions practical and relevant to daily life, helping clients identify small, sustainable changes that reduce anger and increase control over reactions.
How therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
David uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work online. One common approach focuses on skills training for emotion regulation and communication; this involves learning concrete ways to notice triggers, pause, and respond differently, which helps with anger and relationship conflict. Another commonly used approach helps people process difficult memories and trauma through stepwise exposure and structured processing to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, life demands, and what feels practical. Together they decide which techniques to try first and adjust methods based on how the work is going over time.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by avoiding travel, allowing shorter check-ins between in-person visits, or reducing time away from work. Licensed professionals can also use online sessions to practice skills in the moment and set up brief coaching between longer visits, depending on agreed formats.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps adults with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and anger along with related concerns like isolation and mood disorders.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical strategies, emotion regulation, and communication skills rather than abstract theory.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working as a licensed clinical social worker in Montana.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is an LCSW practicing in Montana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.