Therapy for Clarity, Resilience, and Growth
Hi, I’m David, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate at Coffee Talk Therapy. I work with teens, young adults, and adults, supporting them as they navigate life’s challenges, transitions, and seasons of change.
Before entering the counseling field, I spent 29 years as a network analyst at NC State University (Go Wolfpack!). During that time, I volunteered as a mentor to teens and adults, participated in mission work with underserved populations, and coached football and baseball in my community. These experiences shaped my thoughtful, practical perspective on human development and the moments that often become catalysts for meaningful growth and lasting change.
I grew up in a military family and moved frequently, living all over the world. These experiences shaped how I view life, relationships, and communication. Becoming a father sparked a deep interest in understanding behavior and development, and how parenting influences the way a child comes to see themselves.
Years of working in IT gave me a front-row seat to the disconnection many people experience as they move through daily routines and careers without fully understanding themselves or the world around them. This realization inspired me to return to school and become a therapist, where I now help individuals who feel lost or disconnected reconnect with themselves and others, strengthen communication skills, and build a life that reflects both their personal values and professional goals.
MY STORY
As your therapist, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I will walk alongside you as you explore your experiences, build coping skills and emotional regulation, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with yourself and those you care about. Together, we will develop practical strategies and meaningful insight to help you navigate challenges and create lasting, meaningful change.
MY GOAL
MY SWEET MABEL
Working with David feels grounded, collaborative, and encouraging. He partners with clients to explore their experiences, identify patterns that may be holding them back, and develop practical tools for managing emotions, relationships, and life stressors. Whether you are navigating anxiety, major life transitions, ADHD, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others, David helps clients build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and move forward with clarity and intention..
WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING
Adolescents, Teens, Young Adults and Individuals (ages 10+)
Both in person and telehealth
WHO I WORK WITH
Blue Cross, Aetna, and private pay
Approved provider for North Carolina State Employees BHAP Program
INSURANCE
“Working with Dave felt easy and comfortable. I was honestly really nervous about starting counseling and wasn’t sure what to expect, but he actually listened and never judged me. He helped me make sense of what I was feeling instead of telling me how I was supposed to feel. I learned how to deal with stress, speak up for myself, and feel more confident being me. The only downside is that he’s a Miami Dolphins fan; but other than that, he’s a great person.”
- NOAH, COFFEE TALK CLIENT