- Gentle encouraging style
- Focus on practical steps
- Welcomes faith discussions
About David
David Mitchell welcomes people who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, panic, or life changes and want a straightforward, caring approach. He uses clear conversation and steady encouragement to help people name what is getting in the way and try practical steps to feel more in control.
David is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, and also holds a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential, LCMHC. He has worked in counseling for 10 years in settings that included addiction care, housing challenges, and crisis response. That range of experience informs how he supports people through both sudden and long-running problems.
In sessions he listens for patterns that keep problems returning, like isolation, control struggles, or shame. He offers ways to practice different responses between sessions so people can test what helps. He also supports clients who want to bring faith into their conversations about meaning and coping.
David has spent significant time helping people affected by drug and alcohol addiction and those connected to someone who is addicted. He also works with common concerns such as depression, stress, communication problems, and life direction questions. He describes his style as gentle and encouraging and aims to make complicated issues easier to understand.
People who prefer a practical, values-minded counselor often find his approach useful. He brings experience with men’s issues, veteran and armed forces matters, and older adult concerns alongside general anxiety and mood difficulties. If you want a down-to-earth conversation about next steps, David aims to help you figure out what to try first.
Therapeutic techniques and online care that fit your life
David uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques delivered in plain language. One approach focuses on identifying patterns that drive panic and anxiety, then practicing small behavioral changes to reduce avoidance and build confidence. Another approach looks at mood and relationship dynamics by clarifying values and teaching communication skills for clearer interactions and better boundaries.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. David will collaborate with you to choose techniques that match your goals, needs, and preferences, and he will adjust strategies as you try them and report what helps or doesn’t help.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and less travel, which can make regular sessions more realistic when life is busy. Online work can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or longer sessions when more time is helpful. Because the therapist's session formats are not listed in the biography, confirm current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or other formats are available.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Michigan, North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strains, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include codependency, communication problems, and panic disorder and panic attacks.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in a straightforward way, focusing on clear conversation and practical steps to change patterns. Sessions often include practicing new responses and planning specific goals between visits.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 10 years of counseling experience working in addiction care, housing challenges, crisis settings, and other clinical roles. That background shapes how he approaches complex and emergent problems.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed as LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and LCMHC, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. He practices from North Carolina.
What languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients. Confirm any regional licensing or scheduling details before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the service details for exact pricing that applies to your situation.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability. That process connects you and helps set an initial appointment.