David Gibbs, LMHC, LPCC
- 20 years experience
- Addictions and trauma focus
- Online sessions available
About David Gibbs
His background spans work in home-based crisis stabilization, nonprofit and private organizations, and private practice, giving him experience with both acute interventions and longer term therapeutic work. He has presented at local and national conferences on topics related to mental health and substance abuse and on how these issues affect communities. David brings that broad experience into clinical work, blending evidence-based methods with a person-centered approach to address problems such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, mood disorders, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
David is also the author of Humbug to Happiness, a self-published book that extends his belief that everyone deserves to pursue a life of greater well-being. He approaches therapy collaboratively, helping clients identify practical strategies and personal values to support meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does David Gibbs have?
David Gibbs has 20 years of experience in counseling, working in mental health, substance abuse, and co-occurring issues.
Is David Gibbs a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LMHC and LPCC. LMHC indicates Licensed Mental Health Counselor and LPCC indicates Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. License details are FL LMHC MH6495 and OH LPCC E.1100008.
In which languages does David Gibbs provide therapy?
David Gibbs provides therapy in English.
Where is David Gibbs located?
David Gibbs is located in Florida.
How can I work with David Gibbs as my therapist?
You can work with David Gibbs through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does David Gibbs work with international clients?
David Gibbs does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with David Gibbs 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 with David Gibbs
David Gibbs integrates several evidence-informed approaches to meet each client where they are. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings; it is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and problem solving, often supporting work on depression, anxiety, and coping skills. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR - is an approach often used for processing traumatic memories and reducing the intensity of trauma-related symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process allows adjustments over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules and varied locations. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support between appointments, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for the individual.