About
- ACT and CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Veteran experience
About David
David Meza is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 16 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and parenting strains. He also addresses family problems, grief, anger, ADHD concerns, and compassion fatigue.
Clients can expect straightforward conversation and practical steps. Sessions focus on identifying what matters most to the person and learning specific ways to respond to daily stress. He draws on several approaches to help people change unhelpful patterns and build better coping skills.
David combines acceptance and commitment ideas with cognitive-behavioral techniques and client-centered listening. He uses mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing to support behavior change. These methods are used to reduce avoidance, clarify values, and practice different reactions to old habits.
He has worked in crisis settings and with veterans, and he brings that experience to issues like trauma, panic, and mood problems. He also helps clients with communication problems, codependency, fatherhood issues, and substance-related concerns.
Sessions emphasize small, doable steps and regular skill practice between meetings. People who want direct feedback, clear exercises, and a steady pace may find this approach useful. To start, readers should confirm session options and scheduling before booking.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice what matters to them and take small actions toward those values even when emotions are strong. It is often used for anxiety, avoidance, and stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change patterns that keep problems going. CBT is commonly used for depression, panic, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy trains present-moment noticing and simple exercises to reduce reactivity and improve attention, which can help with stress, anger, and trauma symptoms.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before to decide which approaches to prioritize. That collaborative process means techniques can shift as progress is made or new issues arise.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking, since the biography does not specify formats. In general, online sessions can help fit therapy into busy schedules by reducing travel time and allowing sessions during breaks or from different locations. Some formats are quieter or use less bandwidth, which can make short check-ins easier. Discussing practical needs at the start helps shape a plan that fits everyday life without promising a specific service.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting difficulties, family problems, grief, anger, ADHD, and related issues.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style mixes client-centered listening with practical tools from ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help people change unhelpful patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 16 years of professional experience working in mental health settings, including crisis care and veteran services.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and practices within that state.
Can I have sessions in another language or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.