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Dr. David Wilcox

Dr. David Wilcox, LMHC

Therapist · Florida · 34+ years of experience

Experienced trauma-informed counselor focused on practical solutions

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At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
34+ years
Credentials
LMHC
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LMHC · No. MH9617
NPI
1861758377

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  • 34 years experience
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Florida LMHC

About David

Dr. David Wilcox brings more than three decades of counseling experience to his practice in Florida. He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a long history of helping people navigate anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, and trauma. He also focuses on aging and geriatric issues and related caregiver concerns.

His work often centers on trauma and its ripple effects. He talks with individuals about how past events shape current feelings and behaviors. He also includes loved ones in conversations when that helps everyone understand the dynamics involved.

Substance misuse is sometimes part of a trauma story, and he addresses that directly when it appears. He takes a practical, problem-solving stance and helps people consider steps forward rather than getting stuck on blame.

His approach draws from several well-known methods. Cognitive-behavioral ideas are used to identify patterns of thinking and change unhelpful habits. Solution-focused techniques help set clear, achievable goals and track small gains.

He sees people as whole beings with biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Sessions aim to touch the areas that matter most for the current problem. New clients who want to start can use the site process to match and schedule an initial meeting.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

34+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Dr. Wilcox draws on cognitive-behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy to help people make changes and set reachable goals. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new ways of thinking that lead to different behaviors and feelings. Solution-focused work emphasizes small, concrete steps and measurable progress to solve specific problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and then recommend methods that fit. That decision is collaborative and can change as the work progresses.

Specific session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when a full hour is not needed. Therapists often use online meetings to work through thought patterns, plan practical steps, and practice new communication or coping skills between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and parenting concerns. He also focuses on aging and geriatric issues and caregiver stress.

What is his general therapeutic style?

He uses practical, goal-oriented methods and conversational work. Sessions often mix cognitive-behavioral tools with solution-focused planning.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has practiced professional counseling since 1991, which totals 34 years of experience. That timeframe includes extensive work with trauma-related concerns.

What credentials and where is he licensed?

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, credentialed as an FL LMHC. His practice is located in Florida.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I begin the process?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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