About David
David Rice is a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey with 24 years of practice. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship concerns. He also supports those facing LGBT matters and parenting challenges.
He speaks English and connects directly with adults seeking help. David keeps sessions straightforward and respectful. He listens first, then works with each person to shape a plan that fits their life.
Background and approach
Conversations are guided by what matters to the individual, not a one-size approach. He uses client-centered work to follow a person’s priorities and build trust. He also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new coping strategies.
These approaches are used to address panic, social anxiety, communication problems, and life-purpose questions. David has spent many years supporting caregivers and people facing aging or geriatric challenges. He also helps with family problems and the stress that comes from caregiving roles.
Sessions can include practical steps for managing day-to-day strain and improving communication. When faith is relevant to someone’s life, his background in Biblical knowledge can be part of the conversation if the client wants. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules according to the therapist’s availability.
How David uses familiar approaches online
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person. In practice this means the therapist reflects concerns, validates feelings, and helps the client set the agenda for each session. It is useful for people who want a supportive space to talk through life stressors or decisions.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, helps people notice patterns in thoughts and behaviors that increase distress. Work with CBT often involves trying specific strategies between sessions, such as testing a worry or practicing a new way of responding. This approach is commonly used for anxiety, panic attacks, and low mood.
Finding the right mix of approaches happens together. The therapist discusses options and adjusts methods based on the person’s goals, needs, and comfort. This collaborative process helps identify whether to emphasize listening, skill-building, or a blend of both.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video calls allow for face-to-face conversation; phone sessions can work when video is not possible or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to check in between sessions or fit brief exchanges into a busy day. These options aim to increase flexibility and make it simpler to keep therapy consistent.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
Also works with
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Depression
- Family problems
- Grief
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trauma and abuse
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 24 years
- Licensed
- New Jersey
- Languages
- English