Dr. David Ott, FL Psychologist PY7414, OH Psychologist P.5478

Dr. David Ott is a licensed psychologist practicing in Florida and Ohio with more than 25 years of professional experience. He works with children, adolescents, families, and adults to address a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, aging related issues, chronic medical conditions, and parenting challenges. His practice also focuses on related areas such as adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, and veteran and armed forces issues.

Dr. Ott begins treatment with a detailed conversation to identify what matters most to each person, then collaborates to create a personalized plan that aligns with their goals. He emphasizes regular monitoring of progress and adjusts the approach as needed so care remains responsive to changing needs. He holds credentials as a Florida psychologist (FL Psychologist PY7414) and an Ohio psychologist (OH Psychologist P.5478), indicating licensure to practice psychology in both states. Across decades of practice he aims to combine practical, evidence-based techniques with a focus on the individual and family contexts that shape mental health and wellbeing.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Dr. David Ott uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are tailored to each person or family. One common approach involves structured cognitive and behavioral strategies that help identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. These strategies are goal-oriented and often include clear steps to practice between sessions.

For those affected by trauma or loss, he applies trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions that focus on processing difficult experiences at a pace that feels manageable and on rebuilding coping resources. He also incorporates family-centered methods when relationships, parenting, or blended family dynamics are central to the concern, working to improve communication and problem solving within the family system.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Ott collaborates with clients to determine which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress is tracked. Online therapy offers practical benefits for this work - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexibility to fit appointments into busy lives and make consistent care more accessible for adults, adolescents, and families.