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David Chris Johnson

David Chris Johnson

LPC

Texas

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Practical support for anxiety and life challenges

  • Focus on real skills
  • Nonjudgmental listening
  • English and Spanish

About David

David Chris Johnson is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction struggles, relationship strain, and self-esteem concerns. He greets clients with a direct, nonjudgmental approach and aims to make early steps feel manageable. Many come for help with panic disorder and panic attacks, mood struggles, or questions about life purpose and fatherhood issues.

In sessions he focuses on listening first. He creates space for people to say what matters and then works with them to set practical goals. Conversations cover coping skills, ways to shift thinking patterns, and steps to reduce urges tied to process addictions like gambling or excessive exercise.

His style blends evidence-informed approaches in a straightforward way. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools may be used to spot and test unhelpful thoughts. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ideas can help people tolerate difficult feelings while still moving toward values-based action.

David also includes client-centered methods that emphasize empathy and the person’s own pace. For people with traumatic memories, he lists Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, which may be part of the plan where appropriate. Motivational Interviewing is used when clients want help building motivation to change.

He has practiced for 12 years in Texas and works with English and Spanish speakers. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and schedule sessions based on availability.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take small actions that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying out new behaviors that reduce symptoms like anxiety and panic. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s own experience, with the therapist offering empathy and support while the person leads the pace and topics.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then recommend one or a mix of methods. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm options before booking. Many people find online therapy helpful because it can fit into busy schedules, remove travel time, and make it easier to check in during a lunch break or between errands. Some formats also let clients choose shorter updates when a full session isn’t needed. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT and ACT exercises, and elements of EMDR-informed work, to a remote setting when appropriate, focusing on practical steps and coping strategies that carry over into daily life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Body imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingNarrative Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Texas

Languages

English, Spanish

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and depression. Other focuses include panic disorder and panic attacks, body image, fatherhood issues, and process addictions.

What is the therapeutic style like in sessions?

Sessions emphasize listening and practical steps. The approach is direct and nonjudgmental, with a focus on building coping skills and clear goals.

How much experience does the therapist have?

The therapist has 12 years of clinical experience working with a range of mood, anxiety, and addiction concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?

He is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed in Texas. His practice is based in Texas.

Which languages are supported for therapy sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are accepted as noted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees and billing handled?

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

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

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