David Porter, LCSW

David Porter is an LCSW - an independently licensed clinical social worker practicing in Arizona with over 10 years of professional counseling experience. He works with adults and couples facing a range of concerns, including addiction recovery, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions, and he also offers LGBTQIA+ affirming care and executive or professional coaching.

His approach blends evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with trauma-informed principles to help people develop practical coping skills, increase insight, and shift unhelpful patterns. This integration supports measurable change in daily functioning while honoring each person s unique history and values.

David places particular emphasis on relationship work, helping couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connection whether they are managing conflict, recovering from infidelity, or navigating shared life stressors. He creates a respectful, collaborative environment where both partners can be heard and valued.

Committed to compassion, empowerment, and partnership, David guides clients through the early steps of therapy and stays alongside them as they pursue clearer goals, greater resilience, and more satisfying personal and relational lives.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

David Porter draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a values-based approach that helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with their priorities. ACT can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, and life changes by increasing psychological flexibility.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and skill-oriented, often helping with anxiety, depression, and coping with stressors.

Attachment-Based Therapy informs his work with couples and individuals who struggle with trust, intimacy, or patterns rooted in early relationships. This approach explores relational needs and helps repair connection and communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and David collaborates with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts strategies over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the person in front of him.

Online sessions offer flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules or to maintain continuity during life transitions. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent care and help clients engage in therapy in ways that feel most comfortable for them.