- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma recovery
- Building self-esteem
About David
David Covey is a licensed marriage and family therapist who focuses on men's wellbeing alongside common concerns like stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He introduces ways to reduce reactivity and to build steadier emotional responses. His style is direct and practical, aimed at people who want clear steps and realistic change.
He brings 24 years as an LMFT and many more years in the mental health field. Over time he learned which approaches tend to ease symptoms fastest and which do not help. He emphasizes being heard and understood before moving into deeper change work.
In sessions he often combines eye movement desensitization and reprocessing with cognitive-behavioral techniques, tailoring tools to the issue at hand. That combination is used to reduce anxiety tied to past events and to change unhelpful thinking or behavior patterns.
He also works with challenges such as isolation, midlife transitions, sex addiction concerns, and effects of domestic violence. The goal is to help people develop healthier responses, greater self-acceptance, and more reliable emotional balance.
David practices in California as an LMFT. He asks people to take the first step when they are ready, since change takes courage and steady effort. To begin, select the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule according to his availability.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
David often uses eye movement desensitization and reprocessing to target distress tied to past events, helping reduce anxiety and emotional reactivity through focused, paced processing. He also applies cognitive-behavioral techniques that identify unhelpful thoughts and build practical skills for managing mood, stress, and anger.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, try methods that match those goals, and adjust over time based on what is helpful. Clients and therapist figure out the best fit together rather than committing to a single method up front.
Confirm current session options before booking, as this profile does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit into daily life by reducing travel and offering more flexible timing. They can also allow shorter check-ins or sessions that avoid video when that is preferred. Talk with the therapist during the matching process to learn which session arrangements are offered and which will work best for practical needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
24+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Additional focuses include men's issues, midlife crisis, isolation, and sex addiction.
How would you describe his therapy approach?
He uses practical techniques that aim to reduce symptoms and change patterns. Sessions mix trauma-focused methods with cognitive-behavioral tools, chosen to match each person's needs.
What is his professional background?
He has 24 years as a licensed marriage and family therapist and a long history in mental health work. He draws on that experience to decide which methods are most helpful.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He practices in California and holds the credential LMFT, which stands for licensed marriage and family therapist.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.