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David Thomas

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David Thomas, LMFT

Florida

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Relationships and Trauma

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Key details

  • CredentialsLMFT
  • LicenseLMFT, Florida / MT2940; LMFT, Tennessee / 2672
  • NPI1972847119
  • Experience11 years
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • LocationFlorida

About

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

About David

David Thomas is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 11 years of clinical practice based in Florida. He focuses on relationship and family concerns as well as a wide range of issues such as trauma, parenting stress, depression, anxiety, anger, and addiction. He works with people who are trying to repair connections, handle overwhelming feelings, or regain balance after difficult events.

He favors clear, skill-based work in sessions. David uses assessment tools to guide what to focus on and to track progress. That helps move therapy toward specific goals rather than leaving things vague.

He draws on client-centered methods to listen and clarify what matters most to each person. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thought and behavior that feed frustration and anger. For trauma-related problems he uses Trauma-Focused Therapy and, where appropriate, prolongs exposure work for adults with post-traumatic stress.

David aims to keep therapy practical. Sessions often include problem-focused conversation, behavior experiments to try between visits, and regular check-ins on how strategies are working. He describes this as collaborative work where the person sets priorities and they test what helps.

Away from work he has been married for many years, is a parent and grandparent, and holds degrees in church music and counseling. That combination influences a measured, relational approach to difficult topics.

How sessions work

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's priorities. It helps when someone needs a steady listener and clear reflection to sort through feelings and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical exercises to test different ways of responding to triggers like anger or anxiety. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses symptoms that follow traumatic events and uses structured steps to reduce reactivity and build coping skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review your concerns, goals, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try first. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made based on how well techniques are helping over several sessions.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time. They also make it possible to continue work while living in a different region. Ask about the session length and rhythm that will best match your goals and daily schedule.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Listed in

Florida, Tennessee

Languages

English

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

David works with relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, anger, depression, anxiety, addictions, grief, and related concerns.

How would he approach anger in sessions?

He blends client-centered listening with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify triggers and try new responses to anger.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 11 years of experience practicing as a therapist in Florida.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is an LMFT and practices in Florida; his credential appears as TN LMFT and FL LMFT in the record.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

Which session formats does he offer?

The biography does not list specific session formats; confirm the current session options before booking.

How is pricing handled?

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

What should I do to get started?

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

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