I am a licensed in both Ohio and Florida -Ohio as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor as well as a certified addiction professional, and a qualified supervisor in Florida.
I have more than 20 years of experience in counseling in the fields of mental health, substance abuse, and co-occurring issues. Channeling these early experiences, I have written and self-published the book Humbug to Happiness. The book is an extension of the author, David A Gibbs passionate belief that everyone is entitled and deserves to live a life of happiness!
I have worked in multiple settings, including home-based crisis stabilization, private and nonprofit organizations, and private practice. I have presented at both local and national conferences, addressing mental health and substance abuse, and its impact on the communities.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Jealousy, Life purpose, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
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Listens and dissects then proposes multiple options for progress in becoming a better person.
Written on Feb 10, 2026 after therapy with david for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
David provides insights and validation that assists me in feeling heard and understood as well as guides and reinforces the goals that I have established for myself.
Written on Jan 02, 2026 after therapy with david for 3 years and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
David has been there every step of the way through my therapy journey the last 3 years. In those three years he has taken the time to really understand who I am, what I am goin through, and what my tendencies are when reacting to certain situations in my life. He is exceptional at giving me guidance and comfort in the forms of sharing his own/others life experiences, scientific studies/facts, light hearted jokes/conversation, and always listening intently. I now consider David a friend and always look forward to our sessions!
Written on Jan 01, 2026 after therapy with david for 3 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
David Gibbs is a good and well rounded therapist who has helped me a lot in sorting out some of my thoughts and helping me with some of my problems. I didn't feel any sort of political or personal bias from him so I think just all around, he is disciplined in just trying to focus on the problems at hand and I recommend him. I feel lucky to have been able to work with him.
Written on Dec 05, 2025 after therapy with david for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
He is very kind, relatable, and warm. Makes it easy to open up and share without feeling judged and always has suggestions.
Written on Nov 09, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I feel lucky to have found dr. Gibbs as my therapist! Lots of great info and support over the last few years
Written on Nov 07, 2025 after therapy with david for 3 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Good
Written on Oct 12, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and coaching
He helped me overcome my need to self medicating ways years ago. To this day I carry the help he gave me. Reaching back out to work thru life now I feel like we are picking right back up where we left off. He is VERY understanding and speaks with a soft tone and makes me feel heard and understood. I would highly recommend him to someone that needs a light for their path
Written on Oct 09, 2025 after therapy with david for 3 years and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
David is wonderful. I appreciate his kind manner and overall demeanor. He listens when I talk a lot and talks when I don’t have much to say. My main concern with finding a therapist was my past experiences felt very clinical and very “so how does that make you feel” and I really don’t do well with that type of interaction. David always feels like someone I know who I can talk to about whatever I want or need to. He’s helped me tremendously in a very difficult time.
Written on Oct 08, 2025 after therapy with david for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and grief
David Gibbs has been really helpful and I have been able to open up to him about things I couldn’t with other people. Since starting therapy with him my mental health has improved drastically. He is extremely knowledgeable and can name problems and strategize a plan for how to tackle them, and he is kind and listens very well.
Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with david for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem
As an abused, broken, and fearful of change person I have found it very difficult to trust anyone or open up to them. Speaking with David was like telling your best friend of 35-40 years your personal struggles without judgement. Thank You.
Written on Oct 05, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and adhd
I always enjoy talking with David! I really appreciate his outlook on life. His confidence in me and his way of getting to the core of things has really benefitted me in keeping my focus in the right place.
Written on Sep 24, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
awesome therapist!!!
Written on Sep 04, 2025 after therapy with david for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Mr. Gibbs is insightful, patient and very easy to talk to. He makes me feel heard while keeping me motivated.
Written on Aug 25, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
David has been great to work with. In a short period of time he has helped me a substantially and I look forward to continuing my to work with him.
Written on Aug 12, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Amazing, caring therapist. Very knowledgeable, experienced and positive. Highly recommend!!
Written on Aug 03, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
He is a great listener and has helped me so much in moving forward with my grief. He helps me understand it in simple ways and I am so happy to have him as my therapist.
Written on Jul 24, 2025 after therapy with david for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
David has been incredibly helpful to me over the past few months as we’ve worked together. While he did assist me in fixing my current issues, we’ve also delved deeper into the problem, allowing me to take personal steps forward in my life.
Written on Jun 14, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I appreciate David’s time listening
Written on May 11, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
David is a great therapist who brings both empathy and experience to every session. He has a keen ability to articulate thoughtful ways to work through issues, offering not just insight, but genuine advocacy. His honesty about the realities of life is refreshing—raw at times, but always coming from a place of care and compassion.
Each session feels grounded and purposeful. We typically stay on topic, but there’s also space for moments of laughter and connection, which makes the experience feel human and relatable. David often draws from his own experiences, creating a sense of clarity and common ground that’s incredibly helpful.
I can’t recall a single session where he wasn’t positive and supportive. He truly shows up for you—and that consistency, along with his warmth and insight, makes all the difference.
Written on Apr 11, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Good
Written on Apr 10, 2025 after therapy with david for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
David is awesome. He helped me fet to the root cause of my issue on my very 1st session. It's been over a month now and I've learned so much to help me become a better person. Highly recommended. He's all about results. He'll listen but he give you answers to your problems. Exactly what I was looking for.
Written on Apr 04, 2025 after therapy with david for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
David is very easy to talk to and gave me the confidence I was lacking by giving me different tools to use. Highly recommend working with him
Written on Mar 21, 2025 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues
David is a very professional and compassionate therapist.
From the very first session, they made me feel heard, understood, and supported.
He creates a safe space where I feel comfortable expressing my thoughts and emotions. His patience and guidance have been invaluable in helping me develop healthier coping strategies and a deeper understanding of myself.
I highly recommend David to anyone seeking a therapist who truly cares and is dedicated to their clients’ well-being.
His kindness and commitment to personal growth make a meaningful difference in each session.
Written on Mar 06, 2025 after therapy with david for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and adhd
I could not be more grateful for finding this man, so far his help has been completely amazing. I would highly recommend to anybody.
Written on Sep 25, 2024 after therapy with david for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
He’s very good
Written on Sep 04, 2024 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Dr. Gibbs is fantastic, he does everything he can to help me understand the road to recovery.
Written on Sep 01, 2024 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
David is an excellent therapist. I always look forward to our sessions because he gives great guidance as well as giving me enough space to vent. He’s a perfect balance.
Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with david for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, and career difficulties
Dr Gibbs helped me to get a handle on a lot of issues that I’ve repressed for a very long time and helped me to process parts of myself that I’d been looking away from for most of my life. I can’t express my gratitude enough for his patience, understanding and advice.
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with david for 4 months on issues concerning lgbt, and relationship issues
A great therapist who listens and gives you a great welcoming feeling in each session
Written on Mar 10, 2023 after therapy with david for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management
David has been an amazing therapist with some wonderful tools to share when it comes to dealing with grief, loss, depression, and a myriad of things that life tosses our way. Highly recommend David as a therapist!
Written on Feb 20, 2023 after therapy with david for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, and compassion fatigue
David Gibbs is a great listener and always give very insightful responses. He has a calming presence and positive attitude that helps you to get more comfortable talking about your problems.
Written on Jan 25, 2023 after therapy with david for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I love my sessions with David. My life has been so much better for myself and my family since starting my therapy.
Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with david for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
David is the best. Very understanding and knows how to talk in different contexts to help me understand better as well.
Written on Dec 11, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
The best
Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
David is an incredible therapist. I cannot recommend his expertise and help enough. He helped me work through some of the hardest emotional difficulties I have ever encountered in my life and to build techniques to improve my coping mechanisms, relationship issues, and mental fortitude to deal with issues in the future.
Written on Nov 25, 2022 after therapy with david for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
David has been very helpful for me. I have learned some great coping skills.
Written on Nov 21, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Changed my life for the better
Written on Nov 11, 2022 after therapy with david for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I have been communicating with David and so far it has greatly helped my overall mindset, and I would say my trajectory for the future. I have tried using school counselors or various other sources online to self therapize, but David's unique experiences and teachings have really made the best impact for creating an understanding in myself for how to go about my situation. I would hands down recommend David to anyone that I know, and I am grateful for our sessions that we have had so far.
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Very good therapist. Made me think about things in a new, better way. A nice person who found the right line of work. Thank you David. Appreciate your help!
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with david for 5 months on issues concerning parenting issues
Very easy to talk to. Great listener.
Thanks David
Written on Oct 10, 2022 after therapy with david for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and anger management
David is a great listener. He is really helping me.
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coaching
He has been great. He is helping me through an unusual time in my life and has given me a solid set of tools to help. He has been great af letting me get things off my chest all the while working with me to get through some of the difficult things.
Written on Sep 26, 2022 after therapy with david for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
David is great
Written on Sep 24, 2022 after therapy with david for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
David listens and provides a perspective that I have not thought leaving me with positive approach to consider.
Written on Sep 20, 2022 after therapy with david for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
David is fantastic. No complaints at all. Hands down the best therapist I’ve ever had. Going to keep this going as long as I can. Or need it for that matter!
Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I am very grateful for David. He has a wonderful way of showing compassion and getting to the core issues. I would happily recommend him to anyone. If you need help, please reach out. Thank you David!!!!
Written on Sep 11, 2022 after therapy with david for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and adhd
David is both thought provoking and conversational. He makes me feel heard. David is knowledgeable and compassionate and addresses my questions knowledgeably.
Written on Sep 11, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
David provided a new perspective and shared exactly what I needed when I needed it. 10/10
Written on Sep 09, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coaching, and compassion fatigue
David helps me think through the complicated issues in my life with kindness, humor and insight.
Written on Sep 07, 2022 after therapy with david for 5 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and compassion fatigue
David is awesome and insightful. Great therapy sessions.
Written on Sep 06, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and anger management
Very pleased with David Gibbs so far.
Written on Aug 22, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues
We’ve had just one session. Strongly suggest David
Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Mr. Gibbs is able to guide me to breakthroughs and help me over come obstacles in a very efficient and timely manner.
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He is incredible. Life changing!
Written on Jun 30, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
I have had numerous therapists over the last 15 years. Even though I have only had one appointment with David Gibbs, It is extremely clear that he listens intently to what I am saying and not only offers an objective opinion, he does it in an empathetic manner that doesn't make you feel judged or out of place like a lot of therapists do. I am looking forward to working with him moving forward, especially because he explains things in a science-based manner that is factual and makes complete sense. I've never had a therapist that has the qualities most people would want. He's open, honest, objective, and again, even though it was only one appointment, he gave me actual work I could do to start moving forward immediately. I'm very appreciative and happy I found him.
Written on Jun 26, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and eating disorders
Professional
Written on May 28, 2022 after therapy with david for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Good
Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with david for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Great and supportive counselor.
Written on Apr 21, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and lgbt
It's only been 2 weeks and I feel like things have been good so far. I realize this is only part of my journey as I have to do the work myself in order to recover. David has been insightful in pointing things out and providing me with exercise for my healing.
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief
David has helped me realize that i shouldve started therapy sooner and he has helped me through alot even tho we have only had 2 sessions together
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
David Gibbs is very encouraging and offers real, tangible ways to deal with what I’m going through. He always makes sure that I get to talk about what I need to without being pushy
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
He is great. Listens well and responds appropriately. Gives great advice and suggestions.
Written on Mar 28, 2022 after therapy with david for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
David is very easy to talk to. I told him I need to be able to vent and want validation for my feelings and he really helped me through my anxiety for a situation. Now I’m already feeling relieved. Talking to him is just what i needed!
Written on Mar 25, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, coping with life changes, and intimacy-related issues
Amazing!!!
Written on Mar 18, 2022 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
David is very knowledgable and lovely to talk to!
Written on Feb 18, 2022 after therapy with david for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
David does an amazing job making me feel comfortable. He’s a great listener and does really well guiding the conversation. I would recommend him to anyone!
Written on Jan 06, 2022 after therapy with david for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger management, and coping with life changes
David Gibbs has helped me tackle some important issues I've been dealing with. He's direct in his suggestions and has offered support when needed. I also appreciate his positive outlook and professionalism.
Written on Dec 22, 2021 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and anger management
David has been absolutely amazing in supporting me through my inner child work and shadow work so far. Even though we have really only just gotten started I already feel that he has helped me tremendously. He is very charismatic which I appreciate very much, and he is really helping to give me the confidence I was lacking to make these changes in my life. He reminds me every time we have a session that he is always available to me via chat message in between our sessions should I need him and ensures me he is always happy to hear from me. I think Better Help definitely did a great job matching him to me and I’m very glad they did. I look forward to our sessions each week and I love that he gives me “homework” or suggestions of things to look into and try before the next time we talk. He is very knowledgeable and uses fun and familiar examples as tools when talking about things. I can tell that he is very deeply passionate about his work and genuinely wants to see me succeed. I feel very comfortable working with him and I look forward to continuing my healing journey with him as my ally!
Written on Nov 18, 2021 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I have enjoyed working with David
Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with david for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
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