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David Perrotta

Therapist · Michigan

David Perrotta, LMSW

Supporting people through change and loss

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and loss
  • LGBTQ+ concerns

About David

David Perrotta is a licensed social worker in Michigan who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and LGBTQ+ concerns. He works with individuals facing life changes and those adjusting after loss. He emphasizes personal strengths and sees each person as the expert in their own story.

He brings three years of professional experience to sessions and aims to create a calm, straightforward space for people to talk through what matters most. Sessions center on practical steps and clear goals rather than jargon. David encourages small, manageable changes that can ease day-to-day strain.

His approach includes listening closely to each person’s priorities and tailoring support to real-life needs. He helps caregivers and people facing chronic pain, illness, or disability explore coping strategies and daily routines that can feel more doable. Communication problems and workplace stress are addressed with concrete tools for clearer interactions.

David also supports people working through questions of sexuality and identity, and he helps young adults finding direction and purpose. He pays attention to multicultural concerns and how background influences choices and stress.

People who contact him will complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on availability. Therapy uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. He offers services in English and does not work with international clients.

Areas of expertise

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

Michigan

Languages

English

Approaches that focus on everyday coping and goals

David uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize clear goals and practical coping skills. One approach focuses on reducing anxiety through step-by-step strategies such as breathing, small exposure tasks, and routines that lower daily tension. This helps when worry or panic gets in the way of normal activities.

Another common strand is grief-focused support that helps people process loss and reestablish routines. Work here centers on remembering what matters, making small changes to daily life, and finding ways to maintain connection while adapting to change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust plans over time. Decisions are made together based on what helps most in everyday life.

Please confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people meet from different rooms in their home or during a break at work, which often helps maintain consistency with ongoing care.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he commonly help with?

He helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and LGBTQ+ related concerns. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, workplace issues, and young adult challenges.

What is his therapy style like?

Sessions focus on practical conversation and simple steps you can try between meetings. The work is collaborative, with attention to what feels useful for daily life.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has three years of professional experience as a licensed social worker. That experience informs how he supports people through common life challenges.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and he is licensed in Michigan.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He does not work with international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact cost varies by location and therapist availability.

How do I begin working with him?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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