David Preston (He/Him/His)

SWLC, ACLC, CAMS II
Accepting Clients

Our society lies. Invisible psychological, emotional, & behavioral injuries and wounds are neither rare nor shameful. Begin the healing.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Candidate in Kalispell, MT
Supervised by Heather Johns, LCSW

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

You wish that thing that happened when you were a child/soldier/partner/friend would stop creating problems in your now, but it won't. You know trauma, shame, anxiety, addiction, guilt & depression suck because they one or more are your constant, unwanted companions; getting in the way of the life you want for you and those you love. When you bring willingness, I create and guard the safe & supportive space where you can blend your public, private, and secret selves into a single, beautiful y

My Background and Approach

After years in the theater, the Army, then business, I asked myself, “What are you doing to make a difference in the world?” I realized I had the skills to create a place where people could say anything...and be accepted. Make any decision…and be supported. I also discovered that treating our invisible health with the same acceptance & compassion we use for our visible health, discussing YOUR truth in a you-centric, judgement-free environment (that some find surprising from a middle-aged cisgender Caucasian guy) drew people to me…because they get results. I believe each of us has a primal need to be heard, valued, and listened to. To have our thoughts, feelings, and ideas taken seriously. Unfortunately, most of us don't have someone who can do that without offering advice, or telling us what to do or not do, and especially not saying things like, "If I were you..." because they're not. I'm not you either but the difference is, I know that's a good thing: and you will too.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe in God, and know she believes in me. She loves me even when I make mistakes because free will is her greatest gift to us. She travels with me but doesn't drive: she has the map. I can choose any route from here to there with her support and acceptance, even when the results make her sad for me and those I love. I live to please her, not to prove myself. I serve her by serving you. Not for glory or praise, but because I crave feeling her smile when I hear that subconscious, “You done good kid.” I give what I’m good at, live from a default place of gratitude, and know that the more I learn, the more I have to learn. I know she would never give us a burning desire to be something, or do something...just to make it impossible. And I know. That I know. That I know…she loves us unconditionally & supports us without reservation. The best way I can be worthy of her love, and acceptance, and support (that I will never have to earn)…is to “Be the change I want to see in the world.”

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • TRICARE
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 4 years of practice
  • Rate: $160 - 160/session

Info

(406) 282-4770 Email David
301 1st Ave E
Suite 16
Kalispell, MT 59901

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