David Gibbs

David Gibbs is a licensed mental health counselor with twenty years of clinical work. He helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by anger, stress, anxiety, substance use, grief, relationship strain, or life transitions. His approach is practical and direct, aimed at helping people get unstuck and find clearer ways forward.

He uses familiar, hands-on methods drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, and client-centered work. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on skills people can use between visits. He also brings experience supporting people with addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns.

David has practiced in many settings, including home-based crisis stabilization, nonprofit agencies, and private practice. He has presented at local and national conferences on mental health and substance use. He is the author of Humbug to Happiness, which grew from his belief that everyone deserves a more satisfying life.

David holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. He is licensed in Florida and Ohio. His style is straightforward and collaborative, helping people set goals and try practical steps toward them.

People who reach out can expect short-term skill-building and longer-term reflection when needed. He encourages honest conversation about what is and isn’t working, and adjusts methods to fit each person’s needs.

How his approaches work for online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them. It teaches values-based action so someone can move toward what matters despite hard emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thinking patterns and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches concrete tools to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, anger, and mood concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps process distressing memories so they feel less overwhelming; it can be used when past events continue to affect daily life.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, symptoms, and what feels manageable. Together they choose or blend methods that match the person’s needs and preferences, and adjust as progress is made.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Many people find remote work easier to fit into daily life, letting them schedule sessions around work, school, or caregiving. Online sessions can make brief check-ins simpler, reduce travel time, or let someone use lower-bandwidth options if needed. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and EMDR techniques to remote work, focusing on practical tools and steps that help people move forward.