- ACT and CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused work
About David
David Rowland is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri with ten years of experience. He works with people facing depression, anxiety, stress, anger, caregiver strain, life transitions, and aging concerns. He also helps with grief, relationship and family problems, sleep issues, and mood disorders.
David prefers a relational approach in sessions. He listens to what is happening now and asks about the wider context of a person's life. That helps him and the client spot practical changes that may reduce tension and recurring arguments.
His work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy alongside motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques. He uses these methods to help people notice unhelpful patterns, test small changes, and set realistic goals. Conversations are straightforward and rooted in everyday life rather than technical terms.
Clients can expect a mix of short-term strategies and longer conversations about values and choices. He pays attention to caregiver fatigue, fatherhood concerns, adoption and foster care issues, and end-of-life topics when they come up. David also addresses attachment concerns, communication problems, and feelings like guilt or shame.
Outside of practice he lives in Missouri and has personal interests in sports, music, and movies. He aims to work with people who want clear, practical steps for managing anger, stress, and the other issues listed above.
How his approaches translate to online work
David uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in ways that fit remote sessions. ACT focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and building small actions that align with those values, which can help with anger that stems from ongoing frustration. CBT looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep stress and anger cycling, and teaches practical techniques people can practice between sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. That might mean trying short solution-focused tasks first, then adding ACT or CBT strategies as needed.
The practical benefit of online work is fitting sessions into a busy schedule. Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know what options exist. Online sessions can make it easier to have regular check-ins, fit therapy into a lunch break, or use shorter phone calls when attention or bandwidth is limited. Therapists and licensed professionals often use these ways of working to keep momentum between visits and to help people practice techniques in their usual environments.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with depression, anxiety, stress, anger, caregiver strain, grief, relationship and family problems, sleep issues, mood disorders, and related concerns.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
He uses a relational style that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to find practical steps that fit a person's life.
How much experience does he have?
He has been practicing since 2015 and brings ten years of clinical experience working with the listed concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the U.S. may be able to schedule sessions.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.