Therapist profile
David M Poles, LMHC
MA LMHC in Massachusetts - Relationships and Family
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- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered work
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About David
David M Poles is an MA, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Massachusetts with 24 years of experience. He focuses on relationship and family concerns, addictions, mood and anxiety issues, parenting stress, trauma, and related life challenges. He works with adults on problems such as grief, anger, self-esteem, sleep difficulties, and career transitions.
He uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early bonds affect present relationships. He draws on Client-Centered Therapy to listen and respond to each person’s experience. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used when practical changes in thinking and behavior can reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Sessions tend to emphasize clearer communication, understanding patterns that keep problems going, and small, testable changes people can try between meetings. He offers straightforward feedback and asks clients to reflect on what helps them learn and grow. Goals are set together and revisited as needs change.
Many people come to him for help after separation, when dealing with family of origin issues, or when parenting feels overwhelming. He also addresses emotional concerns connected to work, money, and purpose. The tone of sessions is direct and practical, focusing on what can change next.
David practices in Massachusetts and holds the MA LMHC credential. Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options before booking.
How sessions work
How attachment, person-centered work and CBT translate to online sessions
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at the ways early relationship patterns influence how people relate now. Online work can focus on recognizing those patterns, naming emotions, and practicing different responses in day-to-day interactions. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and reflecting what the client says. In remote sessions this means time for a person to tell their story and for the therapist to offer careful, nonjudgmental feedback. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets specific thoughts and behaviors that maintain distress. CBT online often uses brief exercises, homework, and check-ins to test what changes help.Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose which methods to try based on their goals, symptoms, and what feels workable in everyday life. That choice can change over time as progress and priorities shift.
The practical benefits of online sessions include easier scheduling and fewer travel demands, which can help fit therapy into a busy routine. Online meetings can also allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited or sessions that do not require video when bandwidth is an issue. Confirm the current session options before booking so the chosen format fits your needs.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with adults on addictions, relationship and family concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting strain, sleep problems, and related issues.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He combines Attachment-Based, Client-Centered, and CBT methods. That means he pays attention to relationship patterns, listens to each person’s experience, and uses practical strategies to change thoughts and behaviors.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 24 years of experience as a mental health counselor working with adults on a range of emotional and relational issues.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds an MA and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Massachusetts.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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