David Powell, LCSW
LCSW guiding clients through life challenges
- Anxiety and depression care
- Relationship and intimacy support
- Flexible online sessions
About David Powell
David Powell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 12 years of experience helping people navigate complex life challenges. He understands how romantic relationships, family dynamics, work pressures, finances, health concerns, and everyday stress can leave someone unsure where to turn, and he focuses on practical strategies to move forward.
His approach blends established therapies such as psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral methods with Solution-Focused and Motivational-Enhancement techniques to create individualized care. This mix allows him to address immediate concerns while also supporting longer-term change. He works with issues including relationship and intimacy difficulties, anxiety and depression, substance use and food-related concerns, self-esteem and confidence problems, sexual and performance issues, grief and trauma, and other significant psychological challenges.
As a generalist clinician, he helps clients confront the obstacles that interfere with becoming their best selves. Whether someone is seeking therapy for the first time or has not found previous treatment helpful, he aims to introduce fresh perspectives, achieve measurable progress, and support the maintenance of those gains. He frames therapy as a path toward greater ease and renewed beginnings rather than something to be simply endured.
His approach blends established therapies such as psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral methods with Solution-Focused and Motivational-Enhancement techniques to create individualized care. This mix allows him to address immediate concerns while also supporting longer-term change. He works with issues including relationship and intimacy difficulties, anxiety and depression, substance use and food-related concerns, self-esteem and confidence problems, sexual and performance issues, grief and trauma, and other significant psychological challenges.
As a generalist clinician, he helps clients confront the obstacles that interfere with becoming their best selves. Whether someone is seeking therapy for the first time or has not found previous treatment helpful, he aims to introduce fresh perspectives, achieve measurable progress, and support the maintenance of those gains. He frames therapy as a path toward greater ease and renewed beginnings rather than something to be simply endured.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does David Powell have?
David Powell has 12 years of professional experience.
Is David Powell a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: FL LCSW SW16954.
In which languages does David Powell provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is David Powell located?
He is located in Florida.
How can I work with David Powell as my therapist?
You can work with David Powell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does David Powell work with international clients?
David Powell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with David Powell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
David Powell draws from several evidence-informed methods to tailor therapy to each person. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship and helps individuals explore their values and goals so they can make choices that align with who they want to be. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaching practical skills to change those patterns, which is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on understanding and reshaping emotional responses and interaction patterns, making it useful for relationship and intimacy concerns.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then adapts methods over time to find the best fit. This ongoing collaboration helps ensure therapy aligns with what the client hopes to accomplish.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to access care around work, family, or mobility constraints. These formats support consistent scheduling, quicker check-ins between sessions, and the ability to receive therapeutic support from home or wherever clients are most comfortable, while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to individual needs.