Dr. David Goodman , WI Psychologist 2581-57

Dr. David Goodman is a licensed psychologist based in Wisconsin with 29 years of professional experience. He brings a collaborative, respectful approach to working with adults age 18 and over, helping people navigate a broad spectrum of concerns including stress, anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy difficulties, self-esteem, career transitions, and ADHD.

He integrates cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic principles to create individualized treatment plans that align with each person’s needs and goals. His practice draws on evidence-based interventions and clear explanations of therapeutic concepts so clients can understand and engage with the work. To support measurement and progress, he uses an electronic testing platform that helps assess concerns and track change over time.

Dr. Goodman has been a member of the National Register of Health Service Psychologists since 2007 and completed certification from the Telebehavioral Health Institute in 2016. He began offering telehealth services in 2020 and reports that many clients find virtual care to be as effective and flexible as in-person sessions. He holds the credential WI Psychologist 2581-57 and provides services in English. He also works with international clients and focuses on a broad range of clinical and relational issues with a professional but approachable manner.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Goodman draws on several well-established therapeutic approaches that translate effectively to remote work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward a more meaningful life - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that form in close relationships, helping clients understand and reshape connection, trust, and intimacy - it can be especially helpful for relationship, family, and abandonment concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior, addressing problems such as depression, anxiety, anger, and many everyday coping challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Goodman works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time to reflect progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy with Dr. Goodman includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Remote sessions make it easier to access licensed professionals from varied locations and allow continuity of care when life circumstances make in-person meetings difficult.