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Dr. David Dohm

Dr. David Dohm

LPC

Therapist · Arizona · 30+ years of experience

Calm, practical support for managing strong emotions

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  • Client-centered approach
  • CBT strategies
  • Trauma-informed care

About David

Dr. David Dohm uses a practical, person-focused approach to help people manage anger and other concerns. He is an Arizona-licensed professional counselor with 30 years of experience. He meets people where they are and helps them find clearer ways to respond to stress, mood shifts, and conflict.

His sessions are straightforward and interactive. He blends client-centered listening with cognitive-behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Mindfulness practices are used to build awareness, and EMDR is available for people who are processing trauma and abuse.

Dr. Dohm has worked in many settings with a wide range of concerns. He has supported people dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, sleep problems, grief, relationship strains, and struggles with identity. He also addresses more complex patterns such as codependency, family of origin issues, and mood disorders.

People can expect a respectful and nonjudgmental tone in sessions. The therapist focuses on practical steps, coping strategies, and clearer thinking to reduce reactivity and improve daily functioning. He also helps people set realistic goals and track small gains over time.

For those unsure where to begin, he emphasizes collaboration and gradual change. Clients work together with him to choose tools that match their needs and comfort level. This makes therapy easier to fit into real life and everyday routines.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Arizona

Languages

English

How therapy approaches shape online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. The therapist follows the person's lead, clarifies concerns, and helps people make their own choices about change. This approach is often helpful when someone needs space to talk through anger, identity concerns, or relationship stress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. It uses short exercises and practical experiments to reduce reactivity and improve mood. CBT can be useful for anger, anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties.

EMDR is used with people processing trauma and abuse. It pairs focused attention with guided techniques to help reduce distress linked to traumatic memories. It is typically introduced when trauma is a clear part of the problem.

Choosing a method is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, test what feels most useful, and adjust the plan based on the client's goals and preferences. Clients are encouraged to say what helps and what doesn't so sessions stay practical and focused on real-life changes.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use mindfulness exercises between sessions. The emphasis is on finding approaches and rhythms that suit everyday life rather than promising a particular format.

At a glance

Listed location
Arizona
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Arizona)
LPC · No. LPC-17305
NPI
1205987963

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

Areas include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, addictions, LGBT issues, relationship and family concerns, grief, sleep problems, parenting, anger, self esteem, and coping with life changes.

What is the therapy style like?

The style is open, accepting, and interactive. Sessions combine client-centered listening with practical techniques like cognitive behavioral work and mindfulness.

How much experience does the therapist have?

The therapist has 30 years of experience working in a variety of settings with adults and children on many mental health concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds an LPC credential and is licensed in Arizona.

In which languages are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does cost and payment work?

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

How do I begin the process?

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

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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