Therapist profile
Dr. David Lustig, FL Psychologist PY3358
Florida
Florida psychologist - Codependency and relationships
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- Credentials
- FL Psychologist PY3358
- License
- Psychologist, Florida / PY3358
- NPI
- 1932286424
- Experience
- 34 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
About
- CBT focused
- Emotion-focused work
- Practical strategies
About David
Dr. David Lustig is a Florida psychologist (FL Psychologist PY3358) with 34 years of clinical experience. He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties, parenting and codependency. He practices in Florida and conducts sessions in English.
He favors an approachable, problem-focused way of working. He often uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors. He also draws on client-centered and emotionally-focused ideas to pay attention to feelings and to build clearer communication in relationships.
Many people meeting him are looking for practical steps. He is known for using straightforward examples and occasional humor to make ideas easy to apply. Sessions tend to focus on specific problems, skills to manage difficult moments, and plans for change between meetings.
His background includes decades in private practice, teaching at the college level, authoring a parenting book, and regular media appearances. That mix has shaped a style that is experienced and direct. He has worked with a broad set of issues across the lifespan, and brings that breadth when addressing new concerns.
When someone is struggling with patterns of people-pleasing, trouble saying no, or living around another person’s mood or substance use, he helps them identify behavior patterns and build practical ways to act differently. People who want clear steps and evidence-informed tools often do well with this approach.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting what a person says so they feel understood and can clarify their goals. This approach helps when someone is trying to sort out feelings about relationships or parenting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, codependent patterns, and building concrete coping skills.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your concerns, goals, and preferences and recommend which methods to try first. Decisions about how to combine listening, emotion-focused work, and behavior change are made collaboratively so the plan fits your situation.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to attend appointments around work or family commitments, allow a quick check-in when time is short, or reduce travel time. Many people find that clear, practical tools from CBT and focused emotional work translate well to virtual sessions when scheduling is important.
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Experience
34+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting and codependency among many other concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, problem-focused style that includes cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered listening, and emotionally-focused work when relationships are involved.
How much experience does he have?
He has 34 years of clinical experience, including private practice, college teaching, workshops, and media work.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Florida psychologist (FL Psychologist PY3358) and practices in Florida.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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