David Porter, LCSW
Support for healing, change, and stronger relationships
- Addiction recovery support
- Trauma informed care
- Couples communication skills
About David Porter
David Porter is an independently licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Arizona with more than 10 years of counseling experience. He works with individuals and couples facing concerns such as addiction recovery, trauma and PTSD, relationship stress, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. He also provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care and offers executive and professional coaching.
His approach blends practical, evidence-informed methods to support meaningful change in day-to-day life. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care, he helps clients strengthen coping skills, better understand patterns that keep them stuck, and practice healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and responding.
In couples work, David focuses on helping partners communicate more effectively, repair trust, and deepen emotional connection. Whether a couple is navigating ongoing conflict, healing after infidelity, or trying to stay connected under the pressure of life’s demands, he aims to create a space where each person can feel heard and respected while working toward shared goals.
David’s work is grounded in compassion, empowerment, and collaboration, supporting clients as they take purposeful steps toward a more fulfilling life and stronger relationships.
His approach blends practical, evidence-informed methods to support meaningful change in day-to-day life. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care, he helps clients strengthen coping skills, better understand patterns that keep them stuck, and practice healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and responding.
In couples work, David focuses on helping partners communicate more effectively, repair trust, and deepen emotional connection. Whether a couple is navigating ongoing conflict, healing after infidelity, or trying to stay connected under the pressure of life’s demands, he aims to create a space where each person can feel heard and respected while working toward shared goals.
David’s work is grounded in compassion, empowerment, and collaboration, supporting clients as they take purposeful steps toward a more fulfilling life and stronger relationships.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment 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 issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, 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 abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does David Porter have?
David Porter has 10 years of professional experience providing therapy and counseling support.
Is David Porter a licensed therapist?
Yes. David Porter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). His Arizona license is AZ LCSW LCSW-21813.
In which languages does David Porter provide therapy?
David Porter provides therapy in English.
Where is David Porter located?
David Porter is located in Arizona.
How can I work with David Porter as my therapist?
Sessions and support are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does David Porter work with international clients?
No. David Porter does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with David Porter cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Therapy Approaches, Made Accessible Online
David Porter integrates evidence-informed approaches that help clients build skills and create lasting, workable change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and practicing new strategies that support mood, stress management, and daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most, which can be especially useful during anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship effectiveness. It can be a strong fit for clients who feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, conflict, or impulsive reactions and want clearer ways to respond under pressure.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. David works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand what is and is not working, and choose strategies that fit their needs, values, and preferences. Adjustments can be made over time as priorities change.
Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into a busy schedule and continue progress from wherever they are.