Profile / United States
David Miller, LMFT
California
LMFT - Stress and Relationship Concerns
See online therapy options- CBT for thoughts and behavior
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Motivational interviewing
About David
David Miller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with four years of professional experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship strain, self-esteem, and life changes. David speaks English and focuses on concrete, practical steps that someone can try between sessions.
David uses straightforward conversation to identify patterns in thoughts and actions. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice unhelpful thinking and try new responses. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered techniques to clarify values and build motivation.
Sessions usually involve setting small, doable goals. David pays attention to communication problems, attachment and abandonment worries, and issues like guilt, shame, or impulsivity. He helps people work through body image concerns, sexuality questions, and midlife or men’s issues in clear, step-by-step ways.
He often mixes mindfulness practices with motivational interviewing to support change and keep momentum. That might mean short exercises in session and practical homework afterward. The approach is direct and problem-focused, with an emphasis on what someone can try next.
Before booking, people should confirm the current session options. David asks new clients to complete a brief matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session to get started.
How CBT and ACT guide online sessions
David often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new responses. CBT focuses on concrete exercises and behavioral experiments that can be practiced between sessions to reduce anxiety and change patterns of avoidance.He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify what matters to the client and to build committed action toward those values. ACT uses acceptance skills and simple behavioral steps when worry or uncertainty gets in the way of living according to one's values.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. David collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences. He checks progress regularly and adjusts methods based on what helps most in daily life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekday break or to do shorter check-ins when needed. It also allows practicing CBT exercises in the context of everyday routines, and using mindfulness practices at convenient times without added travel.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship problems, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on attachment, body image, guilt and shame, and related topics.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, goal-oriented conversation with tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and ACT. Sessions emphasize small, concrete steps people can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working as a clinician. That experience informs his focus on common issues like anxiety and relationship strain.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT licensed in California and provides services from that state. The credential listed is CA LMFT.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Session cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. People should review pricing details when they begin the signup process.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Prospective clients select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session to begin.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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