Grief, Career Counseling, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, ADHD, Behavioral Issues
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About David
David Koepnick is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience. He specializes in working with preteens, adolescents, and adults who struggle with ADHD, anger management, anxiety, behavior problems, depression, learning disorders, relationship issues, spirituality and faith-based issues, substance abuse, technology/gaming addiction, and trauma. David also has experience working with couples and families and in community-based counseling and assessment.
David has a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Stephen F. Austin State University. He uses approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, Logotherapy, person-centered therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, conjoint family therapy structured family therapy, and mindfulness-based methods.
David is passionate about helping clients meet their full potential by identifying unique strengths, addressing irrational thinking, and increasing personal effectiveness and communication. Therapy can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. If you are ready to begin yours, David wants to help you get started.
"I like to work with people and provide them unique opportunities to grow as they journey through life."
Get to know David
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
David's journey to becoming a counselor began in his youth when he observed many of his friends and relatives struggle from the symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. These observations eventually led him to pursue an undergraduate and graduate education in psychology where he thoroughly researched and examined various approaches to treating them. While pursuing his graduate studies, David not only immersed himself in the study of CBT, DBT, and the like, he also applied the techniques to his own life, which helped him to grow and achieve his own full potential in the process. Since that time, David has dedicated his career to sharing his knowledge and skills to his community so that individuals can achieve their full potential.
What types of clients do you work with best?
David works best with clients who are motivated and eager to work towards reaching their full potential.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
David is most excited to work with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults who are motivated to make changes in their lives.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
Therapy takes time and a willing commitment to make change in one's life.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
David chose to practice at Thriveworks so he could provide his unique services to the Athens, GA area.
What inspires you?
David is inspired by the accomplishments his clients make during their therapeutic journeys.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Clients can expect David to provide them with a compassionate and non-judgmental environment right from the start.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
David wants to work with his clients in exploring and developing ideas for treatment goals during their first session.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
In his free time, David enjoys reading, writing, working out, helping out at his church, and spending time with friends and family.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Compassion
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 10 years
- Graduating institute
- Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX
- Graduating degree
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
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