- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Mindfulness and ACT
About David
David Meza is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping men and others who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and related concerns. He emphasizes building a trusting, authentic relationship so people feel heard. Sessions aim to be practical and grounded, with clear steps to manage symptoms and everyday struggles.
David adapts his approach to each person rather than using a single method for everyone. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness-based work, client-centered methods, and motivational interviewing to shape treatment around a person's goals. That mix supports work on mood, panic, grief, and self-esteem issues.
He brings 16 years of clinical experience in a range of settings, including work related to military veterans and crisis management. His background includes work with adults, youth, and families in different care situations. That experience informs how he responds to complex problems like co-morbidity, addiction concerns, and multicultural stressors.
In sessions he focuses on practical skills - noticing patterns, changing unhelpful reactions, and building habits that fit daily life. He also addresses deeper material such as trauma, wounded parts, and forgiveness when people are ready.
David practices in California and holds a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW. He offers straightforward guidance for people balancing fatherhood, work, and relationship strains, and aims to make therapy a collaborative process.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on identifying what matters to you and taking action toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings appear. It can help with anxiety, depression, and motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for panic, mood disorders, and stress. Mindfulness-based work trains simple attention and awareness practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotion regulation, which supports trauma recovery and anger management.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your goals and suggest methods to try. Over time the plan can be adjusted based on what is working and what feels most useful for everyday life.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking so you know which online formats are offered. Online therapy can make fitting sessions into a busy schedule easier, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people work on skills between sessions and bring real-life situations into conversation to practice new strategies.
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Experience
16+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does David help with?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and grief. Other focus areas include anger, parenting strains, ADHD, and men's issues.
What is his general therapy style like?
Sessions are practical and collaborative, with an emphasis on building trust and authenticity. He uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 16 years of experience working in clinical settings, including crisis management and services related to military veterans.
What credentials and region apply to his practice?
He holds a California LCSW credential and practices in California.
Which languages are supported and can he work with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered for appointments.
How does payment or cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.