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David Meza, LCSW

  • Experience16 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About David

David Meza is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who focuses on helping people navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and ADHD-related concerns. He emphasizes building a trusting, authentic therapeutic relationship and tailors interventions to each person's needs.

Background and approach

With 16 years of clinical experience, he brings a compassionate, client-centered stance to sessions and aims to accompany clients through emotional healing and life transitions. David draws from a range of therapeutic methods to tailor care, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing.

He has a background that includes work with adults, children, families, crisis intervention, and mental health services for military veterans. Based in California, he practices with an emphasis on individualized treatment planning and practical coping skills to address issues like grief, relationship problems, substance concerns, anger, and co-occurring mood conditions.

People seeking a therapist who blends empathy with evidence-informed techniques may find his approach approachable and steady. He encourages collaboration and adapts the pace and tools of therapy to match each client's goals and circumstances.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings; it is often used for anxiety, stress, and mood concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and teaching practical skills to change those patterns, which can help with depression, panic, and problematic habits. Mindfulness-informed techniques are also woven into sessions to develop present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and adapts techniques over time to meet changing needs. This collaborative exploration helps tailor a treatment plan that balances practical strategies with emotion-focused support.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to continue care from different locations within California. These formats support consistent access to licensed professionals and allow the therapist to use ACT, CBT, and mindfulness techniques in ways that match each client's pace and communication style.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist frequently address?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, grief, parenting challenges, anger, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
The approach is collaborative and client-centered, combining compassion with practical techniques from ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to fit each person's needs.
What background and experience does he bring?
He has 16 years of experience working in mental health, including crisis management, services for veterans, and clinical work with adults, children, and families.
What credentials and location information are available?
He holds an LCSW credential and practices in California under CA LCSW 98975.
Which languages are used for sessions and can international clients join?
Sessions are conducted in English, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
In what formats are sessions offered?
He provides flexible online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is cost structured for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Co-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

16+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

What David can help with

David Meza works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and depression.

David works with adults, children, families, and military veterans.

How David approaches therapy

David's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

David is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California, with 16 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

David aims to help you know you are not alone.