David Routly, LPC
Licensed counselor for trauma and recovery
- Trauma and addiction recovery
- CBT and DBT skills
- Video phone chat messaging
About David Routly
David Routly is an experienced and empathetic Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who focuses on helping people navigate addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, relationship challenges, and the stresses that come with life transitions. With 18 years of clinical experience, he has worked with a wide variety of clients to identify obstacles to change and to support practical steps toward recovery and improved well-being.
He brings a person-centered stance that emphasizes understanding each individual's strengths and goals, while offering evidence-informed strategies tailored to the situation. His approach blends compassion with clear guidance, aiming to create a collaborative space where clients can explore patterns, build coping skills, and make meaningful changes.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, David holds a professional state license to provide clinical counseling and psychotherapy. He seeks to meet clients where they are and to partner with them in developing realistic plans for managing symptoms, improving relationships, and handling life transitions.
David welcomes conversations about how he might support someone’s recovery journey and what therapeutic steps could be most helpful for their particular needs.
He brings a person-centered stance that emphasizes understanding each individual's strengths and goals, while offering evidence-informed strategies tailored to the situation. His approach blends compassion with clear guidance, aiming to create a collaborative space where clients can explore patterns, build coping skills, and make meaningful changes.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, David holds a professional state license to provide clinical counseling and psychotherapy. He seeks to meet clients where they are and to partner with them in developing realistic plans for managing symptoms, improving relationships, and handling life transitions.
David welcomes conversations about how he might support someone’s recovery journey and what therapeutic steps could be most helpful for their particular needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does David Routly have?
David Routly has 18 years of experience.
Is David Routly a licensed therapist?
Yes. David Routly is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: GA LPC LPC006398.
In which languages does David Routly provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is David Routly located?
David Routly is located in Georgia.
How can I work with David Routly as my therapist?
You can work with David Routly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does David Routly work with international clients?
David Routly does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with David Routly cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with David Routly
David Routly uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive environment where the individual's priorities guide the work - this approach helps people feel heard and encourages self-directed growth. He also applies cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. In addition, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is used to teach practical skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be particularly helpful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and David collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts strategies over time based on progress and feedback, making the work a joint effort rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, reduce travel time, and allow clients to access licensed professionals from familiar settings while working toward their therapeutic goals.