Therapist profile
Dr. David Lustig, FL Psychologist PY3358
Florida
Florida psychologist - Anger and relationships
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- CredentialsFL Psychologist PY3358
- LicensePsychologist, Florida / PY3358
- NPI1932286424
- Experience34 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationFlorida
About
- CBT focused
- Client-centered
- Solution-oriented
About David
Dr. David Lustig is a Florida psychologist (FL Psychologist PY3358) with 34 years of clinical experience. He works with adults and younger clients on common life problems such as stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, relationship struggles, mood issues, and anger. He is based in Florida and practices from a straightforward, practical perspective.
He favors cognitive behavioral approaches that focus on clear skills and steps people can try between sessions. He also uses client-centered methods that prioritize what the person brings to the room, emotionally-focused ideas for relationship and intimacy concerns, and solution-focused techniques when people want to move quickly toward specific goals. Sessions typically mix discussion with concrete exercises and homework assignments.
Dr. Lustig previously taught at the college level and has extensive experience doing workshops and media work, including co-authoring a parenting book and many television appearances. That background shapes his communication style - concise, direct, and often with a bit of humor when it fits. He aims to make psychological ideas accessible instead of wrapped in jargon.
In practice he helps people untangle problems such as addiction, grief, trauma, sleep and eating problems, ADHD symptoms, and difficulties with intimacy or impulsivity. He also works with concerns related to adoption, blended family issues, gender identity, and first responder stress among others. The work tends to be pragmatic: identify patterns, try targeted strategies, and review progress.
Sessions are conducted in English. For details about current session formats and scheduling, readers should confirm options before booking and follow the site's process to begin.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Lustig frequently uses cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered methods in his practice. CBT means identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, then trying small, practical changes and homework to shift those patterns. Client-centered work focuses on the person’s experience and priorities, letting goals emerge from what the client brings to sessions.These approaches fit well with online sessions because they rely on clear explanations, structured exercises, and reviewable homework. He and the client decide together which method or mix of methods best fits the issue at hand, whether the focus is anger, anxiety, or relationship concerns. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
The therapist's specific session formats are not listed here, so readers should confirm the current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, allow a shorter check-in when needed, and reduce travel time. For practical reasons like needing a quieter setting or preferring not to be on camera, people can choose the format that best matches their life and goals when arranging sessions.
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Experience
34+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep and eating problems, and ADHD.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is practical and skills-focused, using clear steps, exercises, and homework drawn from cognitive behavioral and solution-focused approaches.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 34 years of experience, including private practice, college teaching, workshops, and media work such as co-authoring a parenting book.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Florida psychologist, listed as FL Psychologist PY3358, and practices in Florida.
Can I work with him in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he accept clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
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?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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