David Rice, LCSW

David Rice, LCSW, provides therapy for adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, and concerns tied to aging and caregiver stress. He is based in New Jersey and brings 24 years of professional experience to his practice. He creates a respectful, compassionate space and adapts his approach to each person's needs.

He uses Client-Centered Therapy to build an open, nonjudgmental dialogue where clients lead the pace and focus of sessions. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when helpful to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try new behaviors. These methods are explained simply and applied to everyday struggles like panic, social anxiety, and communication problems.

David tailors conversations and goals based on what matters to each person. He addresses LGBT issues and can include a client's faith perspective when relevant, drawing on his own Biblical knowledge as an optional part of discussion. He emphasizes practical steps people can try between sessions.

He also works with people dealing with life purpose questions and caregiver strain, helping them balance responsibilities and personal wellbeing. Sessions focus on clear, doable strategies rather than jargon.

Starting therapy can feel hard, and he aims to make the first steps manageable. People who choose to work with him will find steady guidance, straightforward tools, and a focus on what improves daily life.

How his approaches guide online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. Sessions prioritize the person's concerns and pace, allowing them to set goals and explore what matters most. This approach is often helpful for people who need a supportive space to talk through values, identity, or relationship questions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It breaks big problems into manageable steps and teaches practical skills to reduce panic, social anxiety, and depression symptoms. CBT often includes short exercises and homework to try between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try techniques together, and adjust methods based on the client's goals and preferences. Clients help steer which tools feel most useful over time.

Confirm current session options before booking, since specific online formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people try techniques in the context of daily life and then talk about what worked during the next meeting.