Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
How David works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LICSW
- Licensed in
- Alabama
- Years in practice
- 6
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About David
David Calvert is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with six years of practice based in Alabama. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma, and sleep problems. He also supports issues like low self-esteem, impulsivity, and questions about life purpose and commitment.
David brings a straightforward and warm style to sessions. He listens first and looks for strengths to build on.
Background and approach
He works alongside clients to set clear, achievable goals rather than offering one-size-fits-all fixes. His work draws on several practical approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person’s perspective to guide change. He also uses solution-focused techniques to identify small steps that lead to relief. In sessions David will collaborate on a plan tailored to each person’s needs.
Expect direct conversation about patterns, coping skills to try between meetings, and regular check-ins on progress. He values respect, dignity, and sensitivity in every interaction. People choose him when they want practical tools for everyday problems as well as support working through bigger life changes.
He encourages courage and action, and aims to help clients notice small shifts that add up over time.
What David works with
Everything David lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in David's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches David lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches that work well online
Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person in the room. The therapist listens closely, reflects what they hear, and helps people make choices that feel right for them. This style is useful for concerns like low self-esteem, life purpose questions, and relational stress.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It breaks problems into manageable steps and teaches practical skills to test new ways of thinking and acting. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and sleep issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust plans as progress is tracked. That collaborative process helps decide whether CBT, client-centered work, or solution-focused steps fit best.
Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. Video calls let conversations feel closer to in-person meetings. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging support quick check-ins, brief coaching, and follow-up between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to practice new skills in real life and to keep momentum between meetings.
Questions people ask about David
What kinds of problems does David address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma, sleep problems, and related issues like low self-esteem and impulsivity.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His approach is warm and collaborative. He listens, highlights strengths, and works with clients to set practical goals.
What is his professional background?
David has six years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with people facing complex mental health and addiction issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an AL LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Alabama, and is based in Alabama.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
David conducts video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.