David Adames, LPC

David Adames, LPC, uses a person-centered and evidence-informed approach to help people manage life's hardest moments. He focuses on practical tools and conversations that help people reduce anxiety, handle stress, and cope with big life changes. David frames the work around each person's values and strengths to support steady progress.

He has 18 years of experience working in Colorado with adults who face depression, trauma and abuse, addiction concerns, and relationship or family struggles. He also supports people dealing with grief, parenting stress, career challenges, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and issues like abandonment or codependency. His work includes addressing compassion fatigue and the emotional impact of natural or human-caused disasters.

David mixes approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Sessions tend to focus on building clarity about values, learning skills to manage difficult thoughts and feelings, and improving communication and coping strategies. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is also among the methods he uses.

He speaks English and Spanish and asks that anyone interested choose the continue button on this profile to begin. Prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability. Fees vary with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

David emphasizes collaboration in therapy. He aims to help people notice patterns, try new responses, and use their strengths to create meaningful change.

How therapy approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that match those values. It is often used when someone is stuck in worry, avoidance, or repeated unhelpful habits. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to shift unhelpful thinking and reduce distress. It is helpful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday problems. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own perspective and strengths, offering empathic listening and collaborative goal-setting to help people feel heard and understood.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. David approaches this work collaboratively, listening to each person's goals and trying methods that fit their needs. He adjusts the way he works based on what helps the client make steady progress and feel more capable in daily life.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and let people meet from a place that feels calmer or more convenient. They also allow shorter check-ins when needed and can be adapted to match comfort with video, audio, or focused skill practice.