David Kurfman, LMHC, LPC

David Kurfman is a licensed therapist practicing in Indiana. He has 35 years of experience helping people who struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, grief, addictions, and issues around self-esteem. He also works with concerns like panic, trauma, mood disorders, and ADHD. He takes a straightforward, empathetic approach in sessions. Conversations focus on what is happening now and what changes would feel most useful. He listens first, then helps people try clear steps and practical skills they can use between sessions. Many clients come for help after a big life change, during caregiving burnout, or when past hurts keep showing up in daily life. He uses cognitive behavioral therapy to look at how thoughts and actions interact, and client-centered methods to build a trusting space for honest talk. He also draws on psychodynamic ideas when past patterns seem linked to current problems. Sessions often include short exercises, problem-solving, and reflection about patterns that repeat in relationships. David aims to make plans that fit a person’s routine so coping skills stick. He values working at a pace that feels manageable and respectful. Outside the room he brings decades of clinical experience and an emphasis on steady support. He helps people sort practical next steps, whether that means trying new coping tools, addressing family tensions, or finding ways to reduce overwhelm.

How approaches translate to online therapy

CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Online CBT sessions often include practical exercises and homework that a person can try between video or phone meetings to reduce anxiety, manage mood, or address panic symptoms.

Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship. In remote sessions this approach helps people feel heard while they talk through difficult feelings like shame, guilt, or emptiness and decide what changes matter most to them.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose or combine methods based on goals and preferences, adjusting over time if something isn’t working. This shared process helps tailor sessions to each person’s situation.

Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls are well suited to in-depth conversation and exercises that benefit from face-to-face contact. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a busy day. Live chat or text-based messaging can serve as brief check-ins, follow-ups, or a way to record reflections between appointments. These options make it easier to keep consistent momentum and fit therapy into everyday life.