John "David" Reid, LMHC, LPC

John "David" Reid helps people facing addictions, depression, trauma and career concerns. He uses straightforward talk and practical tools to help people manage difficult feelings and make changes. David prefers to connect by video early in treatment and asks clients to join at least one video session during the work together.

David has 18 years of clinical experience. He holds LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credentials in the states listed. His background includes work with co-occurring mental health and substance use issues. He also brings lived experience as a veteran and former first responder.

In sessions he listens first and follows the pace a person chooses. He leans on cognitive behavioral methods to identify unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. He also uses client-centered listening and mindfulness practices to calm the body and focus attention.

People can expect direct suggestions, short experiments to practice between sessions, and time to talk through what matters most. David frames therapy as a partnership where the person leads and the therapist offers tools and questions to move forward.

He supports concerns linked to life purpose, fatherhood issues, men's issues, first responder stress, veteran-related challenges, seasonal mood shifts, and substance use. His approach emphasizes clear goals and small steps that fit everyday life.

CBT and collaborative approaches for online care

David often draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviors. CBT focuses on practical steps and clear goals, which can help with depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma-related symptoms.

He also uses client-centered therapy, which means he follows the person's lead and offers empathetic listening and support. That approach helps people feel heard while they decide what changes they want to make. Mindfulness therapy is another tool he uses to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce stress and improve focus.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then try methods that fit their needs. That collaborative process makes it easier to adjust tools if something isn't working.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video lets the therapist and client read facial cues and have more interactive work. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief check-ins, homework review, or ongoing support between longer sessions.