Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo, LMHC

He is a seasoned trauma and bereavement specialist

40 years experience
Veteran mental health counselor
Clinical director BlueLine Support

About Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo

Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo is a U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman veteran who has provided mental health support to fellow veterans since the Vietnam era. With 40 years of experience as a mental health counselor, he brings deep clinical experience to work with people navigating grief, end-of-life concerns, traumatic events, and post-traumatic stress injuries and disorders.

He serves as the Clinical Director for BlueLine Support, a peer-to-peer service for law enforcement personnel and their families, where clinical insight and peer outreach intersect to meet the needs of first responders. His counseling practice centers on bereavement, death and dying issues, trauma-related concerns, and post-traumatic stress, alongside work with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, career issues, compassion fatigue, and aging-related concerns.

Dr. San Filippo employs a supportive, cognitive-behavioral approach that blends practical strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy with a client-centered stance. He holds the credential LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), reflecting his professional qualification to provide therapeutic services in Florida. His work emphasizes understanding the effects of loss and trauma while helping clients develop coping skills and pursue meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Grief Self esteem

Also Specializes In

Career difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesFirst responder issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stress

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo have?

Dr. San Filippo has 40 years of experience in mental health counseling.

Is Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LMHC. License details: FL LMHC MH1226.

In which languages does Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo located?

He is located in Florida.

How can I work with Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. San Filippo through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. San Filippo works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Robert "David" San Filippo 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 Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on offering empathetic, nonjudgmental support that helps clients explore their feelings and priorities. This approach is useful for people working through grief, self-esteem issues, relationship concerns, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, providing practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is goal-oriented and often includes exercises that clients can apply between sessions.

Trauma-Focused Therapy is designed to address the specific effects of traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress, combining careful clinical pacing with techniques that help process difficult memories and reduce their ongoing impact.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Licensed professionals like Dr. San Filippo work collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy or geographically dispersed lives. These options increase accessibility and allow therapists and clients to maintain continuity of care across different circumstances.

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