- Anger management
- Mindfulness practice
- Relationship work
About David
David Schwartz is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 15 years of clinical experience. He sees adults and adolescents and offers individual work as well as couples and family therapy. He focuses on everyday problems that affect relationships, work, and wellbeing, including anger, stress, anxiety, depression, and issues around sexuality and identity.
David keeps sessions straightforward and action oriented. He emphasizes practicing new behaviors between sessions rather than only talking about problems. Mindfulness practice is a recurring element of his approach and is presented as a simple skill clients can try in daily life.
His work draws on several evidence-informed approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He also brings existential and Jungian perspectives into conversation when helpful. These methods are used to help people notice patterns, test different ways of responding, and rebuild connections that matter to them.
Clients commonly come for help with relationship strains, sexual and intimacy questions, parenting stress, work-related pressure, and mood or anxiety symptoms. He also supports people facing grief, trauma, substance concerns, and issues specific to kink or non-monogamous arrangements.
Sessions focus on clear skills and realistic practice tasks. David encourages small experiments outside session to see what changes in daily life. That practical emphasis is meant to help people reduce reactivity, manage anger, and improve interactions with others.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and practice actions that align with those values, which can reduce reactive behavior over time. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing different responses, useful for anger, anxiety, and sleep problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal effectiveness.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and try approaches that fit their needs. They will adjust methods based on what helps most in day-to-day life and on client preference.
Confirm current session formats before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and allow practice assignments to be tried in real-life settings between meetings. Many clients find that meeting remotely helps maintain continuity when schedules are tight or travel is required. The focus remains on useful skills, testing small behavior changes, and monitoring what actually improves interactions and mood.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he help with?
He works with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, grief, trauma, addictions, and related concerns such as ADHD and career stress.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, skills-focused style that emphasizes practicing new behaviors between sessions and using mindfulness as a regular tool.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience as a clinician working with adults and adolescents.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.