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David Rawlins, LPC
Michigan
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anxiety and Trauma
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- Motivational interviewing
About David
David Rawlins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 12 years of experience. He works with adolescents and adults who face depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, career challenges, and other life problems. He also addresses concerns such as addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep and eating problems, and self-esteem difficulties.
He aims to build a relaxed, non-threatening therapeutic relationship so people can talk about what matters. He treats trauma-related concerns and teaches skills to manage stress and recover coping ability. Sessions focus on concrete steps and skills people can try between meetings.
David uses practical approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered methods, mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing. He blends these methods to help people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, change behaviors, and practice new coping tools. He keeps explanations direct and action-focused so clients can test small changes in daily life.
His background includes a master’s degree in counseling from Argosy University - Nashville and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Siena Heights University. He has worked in community mental health, supervised counselors, taught counseling students, and run a private practice in Lake Orion, Michigan.
People who contact him usually want straightforward help with specific problems. He asks about current concerns, sets practical goals, and works with each person to plan useful steps and skills to try between sessions.
How CBT, DBT and Client-Centered Methods Work Online
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It breaks problems into small steps and gives specific techniques to try between sessions, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep, and eating concerns.DBT provides skills for regulating intense emotions and improving stress tolerance. It teaches clear tools for managing strong feelings, which can help with self-harm urges, anger, and relationship conflict.
Client-centered methods prioritize the person’s perspective and practical goals. The therapist listens, reflects what is said, and helps set realistic next steps that match the client’s priorities.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, try an approach, and adjust based on what works. That means the plan can change over time as needs and progress become clearer.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people practice new skills in their everyday environment and bring real-life examples into sessions.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He helps adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, career difficulties, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, and self-esteem challenges.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and then practice concrete alternatives. Sessions include skill practice and experiments to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He holds a master’s degree in counseling from Argosy University - Nashville and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Siena Heights University, and has 12 years of experience in mental health settings.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan and operates a private practice in Lake Orion, Michigan.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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