AbandonmentAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Jungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapyInternal Family Systems
As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.
Mindfulness therapy
ACT and CBT
English and Spanish
About David
David Adames is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Colorado who centers his practice on mindfulness therapy alongside several evidence-informed approaches. He emphasizes simple, practical steps and helps people notice what matters most to them. David speaks plainly and aims to make the first step feel manageable.
He has 18 years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also supports people facing life transitions, grief, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, and challenges with addiction or ADHD. David treats a wide range of relationship and family-of-origin issues and addresses problems such as codependency, abandonment, and communication difficulties.
In sessions he listens and helps clients identify strengths they already have. He uses acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), client-centered techniques, and mindfulness-based practices to build skills for everyday life. Those methods are applied in simple ways that fit each person's goals.
David works with people who are exploring mood concerns like bipolar, coping after separation, or managing anger and career stress. He also offers coaching-style support when clients want practical strategies for next steps. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Starting therapy begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling based on availability. The subscription-based sessions can be canceled at any time, and fees vary with location and scheduling arrangements.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Mindfulness therapy teaches people to notice thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed, often using simple exercises to bring attention back to the present moment. This can help with anxiety, stress, and symptoms related to trauma and depression.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed actions that match those values, while learning to live with difficult thoughts rather than fighting them. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person in the room, with the therapist providing empathic listening and support to help people find their own solutions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and recommend ways of working that fit your needs. Together you can try different techniques and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt mindfulness, ACT, and client-centered methods to remote sessions so people learn skills and practice them between meetings.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes, plus many related issues such as addiction, grief, parenting stress, and relationship problems.
What is his general therapy style?
He emphasizes mindfulness and practical skills. Sessions combine acceptance and commitment therapy, CBT, DBT, and client-centered listening to build usable tools for daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 18 years of professional experience working with a broad range of mental health and life concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a licensed professional counselor, LPC, practicing in Colorado.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session fees handled?
Costs vary with location and scheduling. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a therapy process with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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