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David Stuart

David Stuart, LMHC

Florida

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Anger and Addictions

  • Client-centered approach
  • Mindfulness practice
  • Solution-focused work

About David

David Stuart is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 20 years of experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship strain, addictions, and life changes.

He uses a straightforward style that emphasizes practical problem solving over giving direct advice. He listens without judgment and aims to be open and honest in sessions. He helps clients notice patterns, name difficult feelings, and try small, workable changes between meetings.

Sessions focus on what a person wants to change and on building steps that are realistic for day-to-day life. David draws on client-centered work to follow the client's lead and solution-focused ideas to set short-term goals. Mindfulness techniques are used to help slow down reactions and manage strong emotions.

People come to him for help with anger that shows up at home or work, for managing cravings and substance concerns, and for the stress that follows separation or other big life shifts. He also supports those dealing with aging questions, attachment patterns, jealousy, and family-of-origin issues.

His way of working is direct and practical. He asks clear questions, offers observations, and encourages clients to test new responses between sessions. The aim is to reduce unhelpful reactions and increase control over daily choices.

To start, he asks people to describe their current problem and what they want to see happen. That information is used to set short-term goals and track small changes over time.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the client. Online sessions use that same stance by asking open questions and reflecting back what the client brings, which helps clarify goals and priorities.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical ways to notice and slow down strong reactions. Online meetings can include short guided practices to try during the session and audio exercises to use between sessions for managing anger and anxiety.

Solution-Focused Therapy targets small, concrete steps that move a person toward their goals. In remote sessions, this often looks like setting one or two specific actions to try before the next meeting and then reviewing what changed.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and preferences. That collaborative process helps shape goals and the pace of change.

Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available. Online work can make scheduling easier and can fit into busy days by reducing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when useful. It also supports trying practical exercises in daily life and reviewing what did or didnt help at the next meeting.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoaching

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesJealousySmoking / vaping cessation

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of anger issues does he address?

He helps people who lose their temper with loved ones, feel building resentment, or struggle with workplace frustration.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is direct and practical, guiding clients toward their own problem solving rather than giving prescriptive advice.

How much experience does he bring?

He has 20 years of clinical experience working with stress, anxiety, addictions, and anger-related concerns.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices with that credential in the state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with international clients?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What do I do to begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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