- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Client-Centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
About David
David Sprouse is an LCPC and LPC practicing in Virginia with five years of licensed counseling experience. He addresses common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and ADHD. He also helps with career strain, sleep and eating issues, and parenting stress.
Before his counseling work, he spent many years in healthcare and ran a Medication Assisted Treatment center serving over 500 clients. That background gives him practical experience with drug and alcohol addiction and medical-related stress. He describes working with people facing chronic pain, caregiver burden, and issues like body image, codependency, and forgiveness.
His approach is client-centered, meaning sessions focus on what the person brings and how they want to change. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to look at patterns of thought, behavior, and emotion. Narrative and mindfulness techniques appear in his work when useful.
Sessions are conversational and straightforward. He favors a relaxed, professional style that aims to make it easier to talk about difficult feelings. He encourages honest sharing about thoughts and emotions without judgment.
For someone dealing with relationship difficulties or strong emotions that are hard to name, he helps identify patterns and practical steps forward. He guides clients through coping strategies for anger, addiction recovery steps, and ways to manage stress and ADHD symptoms. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How David blends EFT, CBT and client-centered work online
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on emotions and attachment patterns. It helps people name hard-to-reach feelings and notice how those feelings shape interactions and behavior. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to what the person brings, so sessions follow the client's concerns and pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors to find practical changes that reduce distress such as anxiety, depression, or unhelpful habits.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That conversational decision-making helps adjust the balance of EFT, CBT, or client-centered work as progress unfolds.
Session format options are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow quicker check-ins when needed. Some formats use less bandwidth or allow a shorter session when time is limited. These practical benefits can help sustain regular work on stress, addiction recovery, relationship patterns, and emotional coping without promising specific services.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Hawaii, Oregon, Oklahoma, Alabama, Arizona, Nevada, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, ADHD, and related issues such as sleep, eating, and career stress.
What therapeutic style does he use
He uses a client-centered approach alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy, with narrative and mindfulness tools when helpful.
How much experience does he have
He has five years of licensed counseling experience and earlier healthcare experience, including running a large Medication Assisted Treatment center.
What are his credentials and where is he based
He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices in Virginia.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or internationally
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available
Please confirm current session format options before booking, as session formats are not specified in the biography.
How is cost handled
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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