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Online therapist

David Cardona

Compassionate, practical counseling for family concerns

Credentials
LPC
Experience
15 years
Licensed in
Texas
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About David

David Cardona is a Licensed Professional Counselor who draws on more than 15 years of clinical work. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and family concerns. He aims to create a calm, respectful setting where people can talk through what matters most to them.

Before counseling, David spent 25 years as a hospice chaplain and social worker. That background shaped his approach to loss and serious life transitions.

Background and approach

He also earned a Master of Health Science and a Master in Counseling Psychology, and he is an ordained Anglican priest. In session he listens first, asking clear questions to understand daily struggles and family patterns. He uses proven, practical techniques to help people manage emotions, reduce worrying, and improve communication.

Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented, with steps clients can try between meetings. David respects clients' beliefs and values and can incorporate faith-informed perspectives when asked. He balances spiritual understanding with evidence-based methods so each plan fits the person sitting across from him.

Clients can expect a patient, steady presence and help building better ways to handle stress and relationship strain. The work often focuses on small changes that add up to more stable routines, improved mood, and clearer conversations with loved ones.

Evidence-based approaches and online care

David blends practical, evidence-based techniques with clear goals that clients can try between sessions. One approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce anxiety and low mood. This method teaches simple steps to spot negative thoughts and test them against real-life evidence, helping people feel less overwhelmed.

Another technique emphasizes improving communication and problem-solving around relationship and family stress. It uses guided conversations and small behavioral experiments to make interactions clearer and less tense. These exercises help people practice new ways of speaking and listening in everyday situations.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will ask about needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest methods that fit each person's situation. Clients and the therapist review progress together and adjust the plan as needed.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide practical flexibility. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy family routines and to keep continuity when life gets hectic. Licensed professionals can use these options to maintain regular momentum and keep therapeutic work moving forward.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of issues are addressed here
He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, and family concerns. Sessions target everyday problems and life transitions within those areas.
What is the therapy style like
Sessions are calm, straightforward, and goal-oriented. Techniques are evidence-based and presented in plain language to work on specific problems.
How long has this therapist been practicing
David has 15 years of experience as a licensed counselor and 25 prior years working as a hospice chaplain and social worker. That combined background informs his approach to grief and life changes.
Where is the therapist licensed and located
He holds the LPC credential in Texas with license number TX LPC 70682. His professional practice is based in Texas.
Are sessions offered in other languages or countries
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not accepted at this time.
What session formats are available
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Multiple formats let people choose what fits their schedule.
How are fees and payment handled
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Therapy uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
15 years
Licensed
Texas
Languages
English

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