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DR Portrait of David Rice
Online therapist

David Rice

Calm, practical therapy for everyday struggles

Credentials
LCMHC, LCPC
Experience
22 years
Licensed in
Idaho, Utah
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About David

David Rice greets people with a steady, straightforward style. He frames the first step as simply showing up and talking. He speaks plainly and aims to make therapy feel doable for people under pressure.

David holds LCMHC and LCPC credentials and brings 22 years of clinical experience to sessions in Utah. He focuses on practical steps that help reduce stress and anxiety. Conversations include skills for handling strong emotions and ways to change unhelpful thought patterns.

Background and approach

He draws on techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to teach tools you can use between sessions. David also uses attachment-based ideas to look at how relationships shape feelings and behavior. That can help when grief, intimacy challenges, or ongoing family problems are part of the picture.

He works in a calm, direct manner that balances support with gentle challenge. His usual approach is collaborative. He helps people set clear, realistic goals and checks progress along the way.

Sessions aim to produce usable strategies, not just talk. In practice he tailors methods to the issue at hand, blending client-centered listening with structured skills work. Many who meet him find the mix of empathy and practical tools useful for moving forward.

He sees clients in Utah and conducts sessions in English.

How his approaches translate to online work

David uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT often focuses on clear strategies and homework to shift daily patterns. He also draws on attachment-based therapy to look at how early and current relationship patterns affect emotions and trust, which can guide safer ways of relating and communicating.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He talks with clients about their goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then adjusts methods as therapy progresses. That collaborative decision-making helps shape a plan that fits each person’s life and needs.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy days and to keep momentum between meetings. Licensed professionals can use each format for skills teaching, check-ins, and follow-up so progress does not depend solely on in-person visits.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does David work with?
He addresses a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger, and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style combines client-centered listening with practical skill teaching. He mixes methods like cognitive behavioral work and mindfulness so people learn tools they can use between sessions.
What is his professional background?
David has 22 years of clinical experience and has worked across many presenting issues. He brings long-term practice experience to session work in Utah.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCMHC and LCPC credentials and practices in Utah. License details include UT LCMHC 12437858-6004 and ID LCPC LCPCS - 6751.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available online?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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