Dr. David Drobes, FL Psychologist PY11312

Dr. David Drobes is a licensed psychologist in Florida who earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Purdue University more than 30 years ago, reflecting decades of doctoral-level training in assessment and treatment. His career has combined psychological research with clinical work across academic and medical settings, including roles as Associate Director of the Fear and Anxiety Disorders Clinic at the University of Florida, Co-Director of the Addictive Behaviors Research Laboratory at the Medical University of South Carolina, and Associate Director of the Tobacco Research and Intervention Program at the Moffitt Cancer Center.

Newly retired from academia, he now offers psychotherapy to a limited number of individual clients, drawing on extensive experience treating stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and substance-related concerns. His practice addresses a range of additional issues such as drug and alcohol addiction, mood disorders, panic attacks, phobias, post-traumatic stress, smoking and vaping cessation, and social anxiety.

His clinical approach emphasizes short-term cognitive-behavioral therapy, combined with empirically supported techniques like Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness practices, and supportive counseling, adapted to fit each person’s needs. He aims to build an open, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship that supports meaningful change in mood, behavior, and daily functioning. Dr. Drobes holds a Florida psychologist license, number PY11312, and brings a collaborative, evidence-informed style to his work with individuals seeking greater life satisfaction.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Online

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and skills-oriented, often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and many stress-related concerns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative style that helps people clarify their reasons for change and build internal motivation; it is especially useful for substance use concerns and readiness to change. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clients’ strengths and practical steps toward achievable goals, making it a good fit for those seeking targeted, short-term improvement.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Drobes works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, and he adapts techniques over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Dr. Drobes can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and geographic convenience. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and to continue care when in-person visits are impractical, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver focused, evidence-informed treatment remotely.