Dr. David Sommers, LCSW - Therapist in California

About David

Dr. David Sommers uses a client-centered approach to guide people through practical, everyday problems. He focuses on listening carefully and meeting each person where they are.

The goal is to make talking about stress, anxiety, depression, and parenting concerns feel straightforward and useful. He brings calm, steady support from many years of practice. For four decades he has worked in California as a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW.

That experience includes helping people handle addictions, career stress, grief, and trauma.

Background and approach

He encourages honest conversation about intimacy, sleep and eating problems, anger, and self-esteem so clients can try small changes that matter. Sessions emphasize what the person wants to change. He asks clear questions and reflects back what he hears.

Together they set realistic steps and re-evaluate as needed. This makes the work concrete instead of vague. Dr.

Sommers also offers coaching-style support for coping with life changes and compassion fatigue. He addresses related issues such as communication problems, attachment concerns, and managing impulsivity. His long experience informs practical suggestions rather than theoretical lists.

People can expect a steady listener who keeps the conversation focused on goals. He explains options simply and helps create plans that fit daily life. That practical orientation is intended to reduce overwhelm and support gradual progress.

Client-centered care for online sessions

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding the client's point of view. The therapist offers empathy and clear feedback, helping people identify what they want to change and supporting small, practical steps. This approach can be helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and parenting-related challenges.

In practice, the work is collaborative. The therapist will help figure out which methods suit a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That means plans are adjusted together as progress is reviewed, rather than following a fixed script.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Video makes it possible to read facial cues, while text or chat can suit people who prefer shorter, paced communication. These options make it easier to get consistent support without major travel or time changes, and they allow the therapist to maintain continuity of care across routine life demands.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns, parenting, and many related problems such as sleep and eating difficulties.

What is his therapeutic style like?

The approach is client-centered, which means sessions focus on the client's goals and perspective. He listens, reflects, and helps set practical steps that fit everyday life.

How much experience does he have?

He has 40 years of professional experience working in California in a range of clinical and supportive roles.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in California with license number CA LCSW 6263 and practices from California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does payment and cost work?

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

How do I begin working with him?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Client-Centered Therapy

Experience: 40 years
Licensed: California
Languages: English

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