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David Pecoraro

David Pecoraro, LMFT

Therapist in California

Practical relationship and self esteem support

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37 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English languages

  • Relationship communication
  • Addiction recovery focus
  • Evidence-informed methods

About David

David Pecoraro is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 37 years of practice in California. He helps people dealing with relationship conflict, communication problems, addictions, mood struggles, and self esteem concerns. His style is direct and practical, focused on concrete steps people can try between sessions.

He works with both individuals and couples to change how they approach problems. In couples work he emphasizes clearer communication and conflict-resolution skills. For addiction and mood issues he uses structured methods that focus on current behaviors and thinking patterns.

David draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Gottman Method, and psychodynamic ideas. He and each client build a plan that matches the client’s goals and situation. Plans are adjusted as progress is made and new challenges come up.

Sessions often include skill practice, checking how new approaches are working, and talking through difficult moments from the past that still affect daily life. He also addresses family-origin patterns, blended family concerns, and fatherhood issues when they come up.

People choose him when they want a therapist who balances clear techniques with attention to deeper relationship patterns. He aims to help people reduce distress and find more dependable ways to solve recurring problems. To begin, readers can use the site tools to match and schedule a first appointment.

Approaches that guide online work and real-world change

David commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and testing small changes to see if they improve daily mood and relationships. The Gottman Method concentrates on communication patterns between partners and offers practical exercises to reduce conflict and rebuild connection.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person or couple about their goals and preferences, and then suggest methods to try. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that feels realistic and useful for everyday life.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people practice communication exercises at home or in their current routines while getting guidance from a licensed professional.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issues

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disorders

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

37+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with relationship conflict, communication problems, addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma and self esteem concerns, among other issues.

What is his general therapy style?

His approach is practical and collaborative, mixing structured techniques with conversations about deeper relationship patterns.

How long has he been practicing?

He has 37 years of professional experience as a therapist in clinical settings and independent practice.

What credentials and location does he have?

He is an LMFT licensed in California and practices there.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I see him if I live outside the United States?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start a first appointment?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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