David Ramstad - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

23 years experience

About David Ramstad

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 23 years of experience supporting people through life’s challenges. My approach is warm and compassionate, yet also direct and straightforward. I recognize the strength it takes to seek help, and I deeply respect the courage involved in taking that step.

Therapy is a safe place to talk, where the focus is on being listened to and supported. Depending on your needs, it may also involve exploring new perspectives or considering alternative ways of approaching challenges. The process is collaborative, and my role is to understand your needs and goals while walking alongside you with honesty, compassion, and clarity.

While I draw from multiple theoretical perspectives, I also bring the perspective of lived experience. This can be valuable in keeping the work practical and grounded, with an emphasis on insights that can be applied to everyday life.

Among other concerns, I have helped people with trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions. My goal is to meet you where you are, respect the path you’re on, and provide both support and challenge in ways that make meaningful growth possible.

If you’re ready to begin this process, I would value the opportunity to work alongside you.

Licenses

LMFT

MFT.0001166

Professional experience

Addictions
ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Existential Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“I very much appreciate my time with David.”

“He actually listens to understand, unlike a previous therapist who only repeated every word I said back to me (she reminded me of a kindergarten teacher talking to her student).”

“Great therapist!”

“Great guy. Still new to him but no complaints.”

“David has been extremely helpful so far. He asks great questions and makes me think before responding. I have been going through a rough period both physically and in relationships and I have already seen a difference in my attitude and emotional fortitude.”

“Fantastic human being, can’t wait to talk to him this coming week.”

“He’s helping”

“Amazing”

“David is a good listener and is patient and kind. He give us good homework assignments.”

“So compassionate and empathetic. Honestly he has been the best therapist I've been to thus far! Thank you so much, David!”

“David is a wonderful therapist that has helped my partner and I’s relationship greatly. We’ve struggled with many different issues in the past such as communication, conflict resolution, etc; but David had kindly provided us with tools and methods in which we can resolve our differences. Highly recommend working with David!”

“David has been a supportive force on the hardest days of my life. He is intelligent, thoughtful, and kind. So grateful to find him. He’s the real deal.”

“David has been fantastic. He is compassionate and has helped me through a difficult time in my life. He has done so with care and tact, always allowing me to express myself in a way that gives me the opportunity to self-reflect.”

“Dave is incredible. Very knowledgeable, very attentive and overall one of my favorite therapists!”

“David is very good at listening and giving amazing advice and solving problems. I highly recommend David Ramstad”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.