David Rawlins , LPC

David Rawlins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and an Approved Clinical Supervisor practicing in Michigan with 12 years of experience in the mental health field. He maintains a private counseling practice in Lake Orion and has built a career working with adolescents and adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma-related concerns, career challenges, and a range of other life stressors.

David emphasizes a relaxed, non-threatening therapeutic relationship that helps people feel comfortable sharing difficult material. He approaches help-seeking as a sign of strength and works to establish rapport so clients can focus on the issues that matter most. In session he blends practical skill-building with empathic listening to support coping, symptom management, and forward movement.

His academic training includes a master’s degree in counseling from Argosy University - Nashville and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Siena Heights University in Adrian, Michigan. His professional background spans community mental health agencies, teaching counseling students, supervising counselors, and private practice work. As an Approved Clinical Supervisor he has experience mentoring other counselors, and he has specialized training in trauma-informed care aimed at restoring coping skills after stressful or traumatic events.

David’s clinical interests include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, LGBT concerns, and a variety of other mood and behavioral challenges.

Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

David integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into online work to meet different needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the person's own goals guide progress; it is helpful for building self-awareness and strengthening motivation to change. CBT examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and offers concrete tools to challenge unhelpful thinking and develop healthier habits, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it a strong option for people managing intense moods or difficulty with relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and David works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative exploration helps tailor sessions so they are practical and relevant to each person’s life.

Online therapy with licensed professionals allows access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility around work, family, and geography. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice new skills between sessions in everyday settings.