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- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and bipolar
- CBT and ACT
About David
Dr. David Goodman, WI Psychologist 2581-57, has 29 years of practice in Wisconsin. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, and parenting concerns. He also addresses relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem in clinical work.
Goodman uses straightforward talk therapy combined with practical strategies. He draws on cognitive behavioral approaches and client-centered methods to help people change unhelpful thinking and build coping skills. He also integrates acceptance and commitment ideas and attachment-focused work when those fit a person's concerns.
Sessions include assessment and progress tracking to keep goals clear. Testing tools are used to clarify symptoms and measure change over time. Treatment plans are discussed in everyday language and adjusted as needed.
He frames therapy as collaborative problem-solving. Goals and techniques are chosen with the person's priorities in mind. The approach mixes skill teaching, behavior change, and attention to relationship patterns.
Goodman has worked with a wide range of life challenges related to career, chronic health issues, caregiving stress, body image, and blended family dynamics. He also lists focus on ADHD, attachment issues, and several personality-related concerns. English is used for clinical work and he accepts international clients.
To begin, prospective clients use the site's matching tools and schedule an initial session. Fees vary with location and the service uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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Therapeutic approaches and remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets patterns of thinking and behavior with practical exercises to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at relationship patterns and how early connections shape current interactions, which can help with intimacy and communication problems.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist reviews goals and preferences and recommends methods that fit the person's situation. That plan can change as progress is tracked and new needs emerge.
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and can reduce travel time. They also allow shorter check-ins when a full session is not required and help people get support when they are located outside the therapist's immediate area. Licensed professionals will discuss what formats they offer and how to schedule sessions that work with daily routines.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
29+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma and related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He combines cognitive behavioral strategies, client-centered techniques, ACT, attachment-informed ideas, and DBT elements to address thinking, behavior, and relationships.
How much experience does he have?
He has 29 years of professional practice working with adults on a range of mental health and interpersonal issues.
Where is he licensed to practise?
He is licensed as a Wisconsin psychologist under the credential WI Psychologist 2581-57 and practices in Wisconsin.
Are sessions conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to start working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.