David Markowitz , LPC

David Markowitz is a Missouri Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 35 years of clinical experience helping people navigate a wide range of life challenges. He has worked with individuals facing depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting struggles, career transitions, obsessive-compulsive challenges, ADHD, and the effects of physical trauma or emotional abuse.

His therapeutic style is warm and interactive, centered on treating each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels. He blends evidence-informed approaches including cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic perspectives, psychodynamic insights, and rational-emotive strategies to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each client’s distinct needs.

David emphasizes collaboration in the therapeutic process, partnering with clients to set goals and adjust methods as progress unfolds. He encourages those ready to pursue a more fulfilling and satisfying life, offering steady support and practical tools to promote growth and resilience. He is accepting new clients and is prepared to work with individuals who are ready to take the first step toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

David Markowitz draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic environment where clients' perspectives guide each session; this approach helps people gain insight, build self-worth, and make choices that reflect their values. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and to teach practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Additionally, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is employed for clients working on relationship and attachment issues, helping partners and individuals better understand and respond to emotional needs.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and David works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align best with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. He adapts techniques over time so the plan remains relevant and effective as progress is made.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexibility for clients balancing work, family, or mobility concerns. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access consistent support from licensed professionals, and fit sessions into varied schedules without sacrificing the therapeutic connection.