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My name is Dave and I am a clinical health psychologist with over 30 years of experience in the field.
I received my Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and served my internship at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center. I am a Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology.
I currently live in Scottsdale, Arizona (licensed psychologist in Arizona) and am on the Medical Staff at Honor Health Medical Center.
Although my clinical interests are broad, I have special training and experience in psychological aspects of chronic illness, including chronic pain and sleep disorders (especially insomnia). Beyond that, I am experienced in treatment of anxiety, depression and chemical dependency. I use motivational interviewing techniques as well, since we all have difficulty getting and staying motivated to make the changes we know we need!
It would be a pleasure to work with you if you believe my profile would be a good fit for you!
Professional experience
21yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersDepression
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Hearing Impaired, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Life Purpose, Men's Issues, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Phobias, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Social Anxiety and Phobia, Somatization
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. David Engstrom. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. Engstrom has been personable and professional. I feel comfortable sharing my concerns and talking through things with him. I appreciate being able to connect here on betterhelp.
Written on Jul 06, 2023 after therapy with David for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
He has been very attentive and helpful in helping me guide my very strange journey. Thank You Sir
Written on Jul 01, 2023 after therapy with David for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He is very helpful and responds 24 7 if I ever need something
Written on Apr 19, 2023 after therapy with David for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
The best!! Great listener, great advice! Always checking in!
Written on Jan 16, 2023 after therapy with David for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Engstrom is amazing he responds quickly and has great insight. I have made a lot of improvements and feel alot better about myself after having him as a therapist.
Written on Nov 13, 2022 after therapy with David for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Very supportive, very clear on when he’s available. Reads written entries amazingly fast and has comments. I tend to be quite stoic, I don’t feel I’m progressing as much as I could, but if I don’t speak up what do I expect? I wouldn’t mind if I was startled into a realization. Dave is so gentle, I don’t think he would do that by asking a question or pinning down a perceived or real problem. For now I’m ok, he reinforces all that is good and that’s a great influence.
Written on Sep 06, 2022 after therapy with David for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties
Awesome
Thank you
Written on Aug 23, 2022 after therapy with David for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He's able to pick up on the underlying issue(s). My end of session summaries are always me going, "yeah. that's what I wanted to say." Comforting to be understood. Thank you.
Written on Jul 23, 2022 after therapy with David for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Engstrom is the first therapist I've ever worked with and he has helped tremendously! He made me feel comfortable and at ease when talking about difficult topics.
Written on Jul 08, 2022 after therapy with David for 10 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Good dude
Written on Jun 11, 2022 after therapy with David for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Dave is a straight shooter, and he cares about his patients. He responds well to my own discomfort, quickly recognizes patterns and behaviors within me to help build my self-awareness, isn't afraid to challenge me on my thoughts, gives me a chance to stumble about, is accommodating, and when the occasion arises, he helps me push myself to be a better me vs. helping me better understand myself. Great therapist, 10/10
Written on Jun 11, 2022 after therapy with David for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, adhd, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, addictions, and bipolar disorder
He's been. Great
Written on May 15, 2022 after therapy with David for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I had put off getting help for years. I wasn’t sure if counseling/therapy was right for me, but it was one of the best decisions I have made thus far. My Therapist, Dr dave, was a great listener, very understanding, relate-able, and recommended tools relevant to my situation. I highly recommend him and counseling for anyone struggling through life’s difficult stages.
Written on Jan 23, 2022 after therapy with David for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Dr. Engstrom is a nice and easy-going guy who gives you a good platform to talk about yourself. He's really understanding and offers full control of the sessions to you.
Written on Jan 17, 2022 after therapy with David for 3 months
Dr Engstrom's calm and friendly manner helped me a few months ago when I was going through a bout of anxiety.
Written on Dec 30, 2021 after therapy with David for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Dr. Engstrom is so easy to talk to and really kind! He always makes me feel heard and is focused on our goals. The way he approaches them makes me feel like they’re totally achievable too.
Written on Oct 30, 2021 after therapy with David for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
I feel so much more calm after speaking with Dr. Engstrom. He's great at guiding the conversation and providing useful feedback. I don't know why it took me so long to sign up for therapy!
Written on Sep 26, 2021 after therapy with David for 2 weeks
Dr. Dave has been a great help. The time spent definitely lightened the stressful feelings that I was having. I'm so happy that I found this site.
Written on Sep 23, 2021 after therapy with David for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Dr. Engstrom is an amazing understanding person! He has helped me and understand things easily! Very helpful!
Written on Sep 11, 2021 after therapy with David for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
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