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- Couples communication
- Addiction support
- Stress and anxiety
About David
LMFT (California), 37 years of experience. David Pecoraro helps people address relationship problems, addiction, mood concerns, trauma, and parenting strain. He focuses on practical steps people can take to change how they handle conflict and strong emotions.
David works with individuals and couples who are dealing with poor communication, repeated fights, or trust breaches. He also supports people coping with anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, anger, and the effects of past abuse. He explains patterns that keep problems repeating and offers concrete ways to try something different.
His approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Gottman Method, and psychodynamic ideas. That means sessions mix skill teaching - for example communication and problem-solving - with looking at past experiences that shape current reactions. He and the client set clear goals and pick methods that fit those goals.
Sessions often focus on small changes that have immediate impact, like new conflict rules or different ways to respond to urges and cravings. Work with parenting, blended-family issues, or fatherhood concerns emphasizes what parents can do day to day to reduce tension and improve interactions.
David also addresses substance use, codependency, infidelity, and the fallout from separation or domestic violence. He encourages straightforward planning for safety, boundaries, and next steps. Clients leave with specific practices to try between sessions and a shared plan for progress.
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How his approaches are used in remote sessions
Online sessions can use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and practice new behaviors. CBT makes actions and thinking more concrete, which helps with anxiety, depression, and coping after trauma.The Gottman Method is focused on improving communication and reducing destructive conflict between partners. In remote work it translates into practicing structured conversations, repairs, and shared problem-solving during sessions.
Psychodynamic approaches look at past relationships and patterns that shape current reactions. In an online format this often means reflecting on recurring themes and how early experiences influence present choices.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, then recommend methods to try. That decision is collaborative and may shift as progress is reviewed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and let people join without travel time. Talk with the therapist about practical needs like timing and session length when you schedule.
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Experience
37+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people facing relationship conflict, addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, parenting strain, and related issues like infidelity and blended family challenges.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Gottman Method, and psychodynamic ideas to teach skills and examine patterns that keep problems recurring.
How long has he practiced?
He has 37 years of professional experience as a licensed therapist working with individuals and couples on relationship and mental health concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a California LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) and practices in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first appointment?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.