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Dr. David Wilcox

Dr. David Wilcox

LMHC

Florida

Seasoned counselor focused on trauma and change

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, Florida / MH9617
Experience
34 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

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    • Trauma-informed approach
    • Goal-oriented sessions
    • Support for substance misuse

    About David

    Dr. David Wilcox is a licensed mental health counselor with over 34 years of clinical experience. He holds a Florida LMHC and has focused much of his work on trauma and related concerns. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and depression.

    He has spent decades working with people affected by trauma and with those close to them so everyone can better understand how trauma changes relationships. He also helps when substance misuse has become a way to cope with intrusive thoughts or feelings. His practice pays attention to how biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs interact in a person’s life.

    Dr. Wilcox uses practical, goal-oriented methods in sessions, drawing on cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused ideas to identify small changes that make a difference. He also uses motivational interviewing strategies to support readiness for change and elements of dialectical behavior therapy for emotion regulation skills when needed.

    Sessions are conversational and collaborative. He aims to help people clarify goals, try doable steps, and build routines that reduce stress and improve relationships. He frames progress as steady work rather than instant fixes.

    People who prefer a therapist who mixes practical tools with thoughtful attention to life context may find his style a good match. He practices in Florida and sees clients in English. To begin, the process involves a brief matching step and scheduling to fit individual needs.

  2. How his approaches work in online therapy

    Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people resolve uncertainty about change. It focuses on building motivation and planning small, achievable steps toward goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior and uses practical exercises to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills for handling strong feelings and relationship stress.

    Finding the best approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and current challenges and then suggest which methods to try first. Sessions can combine elements from different approaches as needs shift over time so treatment stays relevant and useful.

    If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten commute time, and allow follow-up check-ins that keep work moving forward. They can also allow shorter or more frequent touchpoints when a quick skill rehearsal is helpful. Ask during the matching step which formats are available and how scheduling will work.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

    Additional focus areas

    Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia

    Therapeutic approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    34+ years

    Listed in

    Florida

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does he address?

    He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and depression. He also addresses related areas such as substance misuse, communication problems, caregiver stress, and end-of-life counseling.

    What is his therapy style like?

    His style is practical and collaborative, combining conversational exploration with concrete tools. Sessions focus on clarifying goals and trying manageable steps between meetings.

    How much clinical experience does he have?

    He has practiced professional counseling since 1991, which amounts to 34 years of experience in the field.

    What are his credentials and where does he practice?

    He is a Florida LMHC and provides services in Florida.

    Which languages are supported?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can he work with international clients?

    He does not accept international clients at this time.

    How are fees handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I get started?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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