- CBT methods
- Client-centered work
- Motivational interviewing
About David
David Ramsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 30 years of experience. He has worked with adolescents and adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, career issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger.
He takes a practical, collaborative approach in sessions. He listens, asks focused questions, and helps people identify patterns that keep them stuck. He leans on cognitive and client-centered ideas while adapting plans to each person’s situation.
His background in psychology and education means he pays attention to how emotions, behavior, family dynamics, school, and work affect each other. That perspective guides how he helps people sort through complicated situations and decide on clear next steps.
In sessions he works to make interventions straightforward and useful. He helps clients set realistic goals and develop small, manageable actions to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. He also addresses control issues, communication problems, and struggles with guilt or shame that often come up alongside anger.
People who reach out wanting help with parenting, fatherhood issues, or caregiver stress will find practical strategies and a focus on what can change now. He also addresses concerns related to ADHD, autism, mood disorders, and intimacy-related issues as part of the broader work clients bring.
Throughout, the emphasis is on collaboration. He treats clients as the experts on their lives and works with them to test ideas, adjust plans, and track progress toward the goals they name.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters most to the client. It helps people clarify their goals and feel heard while deciding on next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills for changing unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress. Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That may mean testing CBT exercises for a few sessions, then adding client-centered discussions or motivational interviewing to keep momentum moving. Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and keeping regular contact without long commutes. Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. When arranged, remote sessions can make it easier to keep appointments around work, caregiving, or school commitments and allow focused check-ins or skill practice between meetings.Areas of expertise
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family concerns, parenting and career challenges, trauma and grief, and related issues like ADHD and mood disorders.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. He listens, asks targeted questions, and works with clients to set realistic steps they can try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years of professional experience working with adolescents and adults in clinical and educational settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.