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WI Psychologist 2581-57

Dr. David Goodman, WI Psychologist 2581-57

  • Experience29 years
  • LocationWisconsin
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Parenting
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
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About David

Dr. David Goodman is a licensed psychologist practicing in Wisconsin who focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, career transitions, parenting, anger, and ADHD.

Background and approach

He brings 29 years of professional experience to his work, offering practical, evidence-informed strategies while attending to each person's unique situation. Dr.

Goodman frames therapy as a collaborative process and aims to help clients clarify goals, build skills, and negotiate life changes with greater confidence. His style blends cognitive behavioral methods with attachment-informed and emotion-focused ideas, adapting interventions to what each client needs.

He emphasizes clear explanations of therapeutic concepts, measurable tracking of progress, and a supportive, optimistic stance that encourages growth. Services are offered remotely through multiple formats to increase accessibility for people inside and outside Wisconsin.

Dr. Goodman holds the credential WI Psychologist 2581-57 and accepts international clients when appropriate.

Therapeutic approaches and online options for accessible care

Dr. Goodman commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns, which is often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. He also draws on attachment-based perspectives to explore how early relational patterns influence current relationships and emotional responses, offering a relational lens for intimacy, communication, and grief work.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and then tailors methods accordingly rather than relying on a single technique. This partnership helps ensure the plan fits the client’s needs and evolves as progress is made.

Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care across locations and busy lives while allowing licensed professionals to deliver structured, goal-oriented interventions and skills practice in ways that suit the client.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this clinician address?
He works with a broad set of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, career and coping with life changes, ADHD, and related topics.
What is the general therapeutic approach used?
The approach integrates cognitive behavioral techniques with attachment-informed and emotion-focused methods, emphasizing practical skills, clarity about goals, and tracking progress over time.
How much clinical experience does the psychologist have?
He brings 29 years of professional experience working with adults on a variety of mental health and interpersonal concerns.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is credentialed as WI Psychologist 2581-57 and practices from Wisconsin while also accepting international clients when appropriate.
In what language are sessions offered and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients according to licensing and availability considerations.
What session formats are available for remote work?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscription handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

29+ years

Licensed

Wisconsin

Languages

English

What David can help with

Dr. David Goodman works with clients on stress and anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and depression.

How David approaches therapy

David's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, and Gottman Method.

Experience and training

David is a WI Psychologist 2581-57 practicing in Wisconsin, with 29 years of clinical experience.