Meet the Therapist
David Presby, LMFT
I treat my clients the way I want them to treat themselves, with patience, compassion, and empathy.
Top Five Areas of Specialty:
Trauma
Grief and Loss
Anxiety—OCD
Depression
LGBTQ+
My Experience
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #46919).
Master’s in Clinical Psychology.
20+ years working in out-patient clinics and private practice, helping people with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Anger Management, Relationship Issues, Work Stress, Body Image Issues, Grief/Loss, and Trauma.
20+ years utilizing CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to teach practical coping skills to help reduce Anxiety, Depression, and Stress.
20+ years working with the LGBTQ+ community.
18+ years working with adults with severe mental illness, both in-patient and out-patient.
15+ years working with at-risk youth, helping them heal from childhood trauma while building healthy coping skills.
Developed and ran groups for people experiencing Grief, Traumatic Loss, and Body Image Issues.
Fully trained in two trauma methodologies: EMDR and TF-CBT.
Years of Experience Treating Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Anger Management, Work Stress, and Relationship Issues
Years of Experience Working with the LGBTQ+ Community
Years of Experience Working with Grief, Loss, and Trauma
Working With Me
We have all been through difficult times in our lives; difficult times that sometimes leave deep scars. I believe everyone has the capacity to heal. And I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to do so. I frequently find myself in awe of the strength and resilience I see in my clients. I have watched as clients go from the lowest point in their lives to a level of functioning and happiness beyond what they thought possible. I treat my clients the way I want them to treat themselves, with patience, compassion, and empathy. I believe in meeting clients where they are. Whether a client is struggling with deep issues of trauma and loss or dealing with more immediate stressors such as anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, my approach is the same. It is not always easy to admit we need help—even to ourselves. Sometimes it is hard to imagine we could ever feel better than we do right at this moment. But all you need to do is be willing to try something different. It is my job to hold the promise of what is possible.
Each of the practioners in this office is a sole proprietor. This means that the professional is in business for himself or herself. This office is not a partnership, joint venture, professional corporation or any other form of business organization.