- client-centered work
- CBT strategies
- mindfulness skills
About David
David Rawlins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 12 years of experience. He works with adults and adolescents facing depression, anxiety, trauma, career problems, and anger. He runs a private counseling practice and also has experience supervising and teaching other counselors.
He builds a relaxed, non-threatening relationship so people can talk through what matters most. He treats asking for help as a sign of strength and focuses on clear, practical concerns rather than jargon. Sessions emphasize finding the immediate issues that are getting in the way of daily life.
David trained at Argosy University - Nashville where he completed his master’s degree in counseling, and he holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Siena Heights University. His work history includes community mental health agencies and private practice, plus time teaching and supervising counseling students.
He commonly helps people learn skills to cope with trauma and with stressful events. That work often involves practicing concrete techniques for managing anxiety, improving sleep, and handling anger that shows up at home or work. He also supports people dealing with addictions, relationship strains, and career transitions.
In sessions, David uses straightforward methods drawn from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior skills, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. He focuses on skill-building and short-term goals that fit into everyday life. If someone wants a clear plan and practical tools, he aims to help map the next steps.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-centered work focuses on listening and responding to what a person brings. It helps people feel heard and keeps the work focused on their priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical strategies to change patterns like worry, low mood, or anger outbursts. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, brings attention to managing strong emotions, building distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work with the client to figure out which methods fit their goals and daily life. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made or challenges shift.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm the current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Online work can also make it easier to try practical homework between meetings and to practice skills in real-life settings without rearranging the whole day.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, career issues, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related problems, sleep and eating concerns, and related difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He takes a relaxed, non-threatening approach and focuses on practical skills and clear goals. Sessions emphasize talking through immediate problems and building coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience working in community mental health, private practice, supervising counselors, and teaching counseling students.
What credentials and location apply?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan and works from a private counseling practice in Lake Orion, MI.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.