Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
How David works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- California, Hawaii
- Years in practice
- 4
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About David
David Carrasco is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who helps people handle intense emotions and life strain. He focuses on anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, mood shifts, and recovery after trauma. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
He practices from Hawaii and brings four years of clinical experience to his work. David keeps sessions straightforward and compassionate. He builds a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through strong feelings at their own pace.
Background and approach
He pays attention to the practical parts of daily life that make stress and anger worse, like work pressure, parenting demands, or substance use patterns. His methods come from several evidence-based approaches. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients notice difficult thoughts and choose meaningful actions.
He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and try new behavior. He also uses Client-Centered skills to listen deeply and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools for emotion regulation when needed. David often supports people coping with guilt, shame, relationship strain, workplace issues, ADHD, and seasonal mood shifts.
He also addresses fatherhood concerns, codependency, and recovery from drug and alcohol problems. He aims to help clients build skills they can use between sessions. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and then sessions are scheduled according to availability.
Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients should follow the site process to set up an initial meeting.
What David works with
Everything David lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in David's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Codependency
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
Approaches David lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice upsetting thoughts and choose actions aligned with their values instead of getting stuck. It is useful for anxiety, anger, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like depression or problematic patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers specific skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness when emotions run high.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to see which methods fit their goals and preferences. That might mean trying a skill-based exercise one week and a values-focused conversation the next until a good mix emerges.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick adjustment is needed. It also lets people practice skills in the settings where problems occur and bring examples directly into sessions. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework for remote work to keep progress moving between meetings.
Questions people ask about David
What concerns does David commonly address?
He works with people facing anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma recovery, mood disorders, and related issues such as guilt, shame, and workplace strain.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is compassionate and practical, offering a calm, nonjudgmental space and concrete skills for managing strong emotions and daily challenges.
What background and experience does he have?
He has four years of clinical experience supporting people with severe mental illness, trauma recovery, and a range of mood and behavior concerns.
What credentials and location apply to this clinician?
He holds LCSW credentials and practices from Hawaii with license details recorded as HI LCSW and CA LCSW.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.