Licensed to practice in Nevada and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Couples Counseling and 10 more.
New to Grow
Hello, I'm David Bray, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor dedicated to helping adults and couples build healthier relationships—with others and with themselves. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the unique pressures that often come with life. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, drawing from evidence-based therapies while tailoring treatment to each person's needs. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply ready to make meaningful changes, I strive to create a supportive space where you can gain insight, strengthen resilience, and develop lasting tools for a more fulfilling life.
During our first session, we'll spend time getting to know one another and discussing what brings you to therapy. I'll ask about your current concerns, relevant personal history, relationships, strengths, and the goals you hope to achieve. This is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about my approach and determine whether we're a good fit. My goal is to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and understood. Together, we'll begin identifying patterns that may be contributing to your challenges and develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your values and goals. While lasting change takes time, many clients leave the first session with greater clarity, a sense of direction, and hope for the work ahead.
One of my greatest strengths is creating a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted. I believe meaningful change happens through a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and collaboration. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I tailor therapy to each person's unique experiences, strengths, and goals. I have a particular passion for helping people navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and the pressures that often accompany high achievement. Many of my clients are successful in their careers yet feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to find balance and fulfillment. Together, we'll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build practical skills for managing life's challenges, and work toward deeper self-awareness, healthier relationships, and lasting change. My style is warm, compassionate, and direct when needed. I strive to help clients not only feel better but also better understand themselves so they can move forward with greater confidence, resilience, and purpose.
My ideal clients are adults and couples who are ready to better understand themselves and create meaningful, lasting change. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, stress, or life transitions, and they want more than temporary relief—they want to build healthier patterns and stronger connections. I especially enjoy working with high achievers, professionals, business owners, and individuals who appear successful on the outside but privately feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves or the people they care about. Many have spent years meeting the expectations of others while neglecting their own needs. Whether you're seeking to strengthen your relationships, improve your emotional well-being, develop greater self-awareness, or simply feel more like yourself again, therapy can provide a supportive space to explore what's holding you back and move toward the life you want to create. I work best with clients who are curious, open to self-reflection, and willing to actively engage in the therapeutic process.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps us understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we'll identify unhelpful thinking patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship difficulties and replace them with more balanced, realistic perspectives. CBT also emphasizes practical strategies that you can apply in your daily life, helping you develop healthier coping skills, improve emotional resilience, and create lasting change. I tailor CBT techniques to your unique goals, integrating them with other therapeutic approaches when appropriate.