Therapist profile
David Pecoraro, LMFT
California
LMFT in California - Relationships and Addictions
Continue with DavidWhere David stands
- Credentials
- LMFT
- License
- LMFT, California / 17514
- NPI
- 1306122742
- Experience
- 37 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
About
- Couples communication
- Addiction support
- Attachment work
About David
David Pecoraro is a California LMFT with 37 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing relationship problems, addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma and parenting stresses, and he lists codependency among his focus areas. He helps individuals and couples who struggle with poor communication, repeated conflict, or emotional harm from past relationships.
His approach is practical and straightforward. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. He also brings the Gottman Method to couples work, focusing on communication habits and conflict skills. Psychodynamic ideas are used to look at how past relationships shape present choices.
Sessions begin with clear goals developed together. Treatment plans are built around what the person or couple wants to change. David emphasizes problem-solving skills and sets concrete steps clients can try between sessions.
He has long experience helping people address addictions and mood disorders alongside relationship strain. He works with fatherhood issues, blended family challenges, infidelity, and the emotional fallout of separation or disaster. He also supports people dealing with anger, impulsivity, and issues tied to family of origin.
Language of service is English and practice is based in California. The therapist uses a structured process to match methods to each person’s needs and preferences. To begin, clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule a session through the online booking flow.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
David uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method in online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety, low mood, or problematic coping. The Gottman Method targets communication patterns and conflict skills to help couples improve how they talk and resolve disagreements.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk through goals, symptoms, relationship patterns, and preferences, then recommend ways of working that fit those priorities. That plan can change as progress or needs shift during sessions.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy life because they cut out travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and make it easier to meet from different locations. The therapist will work with each client to arrange the timing and session style that best fits day-to-day life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
37+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with relationship problems, addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting stress, and related issues such as codependency and infidelity.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Gottman Method for couples, and psychodynamic ideas to link past patterns to current behavior.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 37 years of professional experience as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with individuals and couples.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a California LMFT practicing in California and working under that credential.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; 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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.