- Person-centered care
- Practical tools
- Focus on relationships
About David
David Burkett is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona who focuses on supporting people through depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns. He creates a calm, respectful space where clients can talk about difficult feelings and start to find clearer footing. David centers the work on what matters most to each person and moves at a steady, practical pace.
He helps people address worry and stress, and the patterns that keep relationships stuck. Many clients bring issues like attachment wounds, shame, communication problems, or the fallout from separation and loss. David also works with concerns such as chronic illness, caregiver stress, body image, and problematic avoidance.
Sessions emphasize collaboration and plain language. David draws on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to offer tools and new ways of relating to thoughts and feelings. He keeps explanations straightforward and ties techniques to daily life.
Expect a focus on building small, doable changes rather than quick fixes. David encourages practice between sessions so new habits can stick. He also pays attention to how past relationships influence current behavior and feelings.
Over seven years of practice, David has refined a warm, person-centered style that aims to reduce isolation and increase self-understanding. People seeking help with men’s wellbeing concerns may find his approach useful. To begin, clients follow the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, avoidance, and stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going and practicing new responses. It can help with depression, worry, and problem-solving. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people change how they relate to others and themselves.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life. Treatment choices are adjusted over time based on what helps and what the client prefers.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people try different communication styles, such as video or phone, if those are offered. These practical benefits can help therapy become a steady part of everyday life without major disruption.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does David commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship issues. Additional focuses include attachment problems, abandonment, codependency, and communication difficulties.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is collaborative and person-centered. He uses straightforward language and practical techniques to help people make small, steady changes.
What is his clinical background?
David has seven years of experience as a licensed professional counselor. That experience includes helping people with mood, trauma, and relationship concerns.
Where is he licensed and located?
He holds an Arizona LPC license and practices in Arizona.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.