Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
How David works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LISW
- Licensed in
- Ohio
- Years in practice
- 20
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About David
David Roby is a licensed independent social worker with 20 years of experience helping people handle difficult moments. He focuses on practical support for stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, anger, and coping with major life changes. David listens first and asks simple questions to clarify what is most pressing.
He helps people develop clearer communication, set boundaries, and find concrete coping steps they can use day to day.
Background and approach
Sessions are aimed at small, manageable changes rather than big theory talks. His work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques. That means sessions often include straightforward strategies for managing strong emotions, reducing worry, and recovering from upsetting events.
David also addresses control issues and problems that appear after disasters or other sudden disruptions. He has long experience with people who have served in the armed forces and with first responders, and he understands how isolation and life-purpose concerns can add to stress. He uses that background to tailor practical tools and pacing to each person’s needs.
In sessions clients can expect direct, respectful conversation and step-by-step plans they can try between meetings. David practices in Ohio as an OH LISW and conducts sessions in English. The overall aim is clearer thinking, steadier reactions, and better day-to-day coping.
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.
Approaches that help online and in life
David uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach teaches emotion regulation skills to reduce intensity and reactivity; it helps people who struggle with anger and overwhelming stress learn calmer ways to respond. Another approach concentrates on processing traumatic experiences and their effects so daily functioning and sleep can improve after upsetting events.Finding the right approach is part of the work. David will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, pace, and comfort level. He checks in regularly and adjusts tools and focus as progress is made.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video lets you work face to face from wherever you are, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or cameras are limited, quick chats suit brief check-ins, and messaging makes it simple to share updates between meetings. These options help people fit support into busy or unpredictable schedules.
Questions people ask about David
What problems does David commonly address in sessions?
He helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and life transitions. He also focuses on communication problems, control issues, and recovery after disasters.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are practical and straightforward, with an emphasis on skills you can use right away. He favors clear steps for emotion management and improved communication.
What clinical experience does he bring?
David has 20 years of professional experience working with a variety of concerns, including first responder issues and veteran and armed forces matters.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in Ohio and holds the OH LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer online?
He meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule based on the therapist's availability.