David Spann

David Spann

LCSW/LISW offering trauma-informed, strength-based therapeutic care

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About

David Spann is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly three decades of practice. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia and a Master of Social Work from Florida Gulf Coast University. His clinical background spans outpatient, residential, and hospital settings, including work at a Naval Hospital with Active Duty Marines. Those professional roles are paired with leadership experience in management, program development, and training work that inform his therapeutic perspective.

His approach centers on a strength based, solution focused, holistic philosophy and integrates trauma specific interventions such as Trauma Focused CBT and Cognitive Processing Therapy alongside family systems work. He addresses complex presentations including addiction, trauma, mood disorders, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, and co-occurring conditions. Mr. Spann also brings training experience in crisis intervention for law enforcement and as a State trainer for the NAMI Family to Family program.

In addition to clinical interventions, he provides coaching and seminar work on topics such as communication, anger management, boundaries, and grieving. He structures work to explore relational dynamics, clarify goals, and support practical skill building informed by evidence based techniques and mindfulness practices.
Location:
North Carolina, United States
Years Experience:
29
Gender:
Male
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NC LCSW C008137, OH LISW I.1700680
  • NPI Number: 1316224470
  • License: LCSW (North Carolina), LISW (Ohio)

Online and remote therapy approach

David Spann offers remote sessions that combine structured skill development with reflective work. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and on Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance skills. Motivational Interviewing is used to support readiness for change and to clarify personal goals. These approaches are presented in clear, practical terms so that clients can practice skills between meetings.

Sessions are designed to be collaborative: goals are set together, progress is reviewed, and techniques are tailored to the situation. Mindfulness practices are woven into sessions when appropriate to support present-moment awareness and coping. Remote options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

Remote work follows the same clinical orientation as in-person practice, emphasizing family systems perspective when relevant and integrating trauma-focused interventions such as Cognitive Processing Therapy when indicated. Communication format and pacing are agreed upon collaboratively.

What is David Spann's professional background?

He has 29 years of experience working across outpatient, residential, and hospital settings, with clinical and training roles that include work at a Naval Hospital with Active Duty Marines and crisis intervention training for law enforcement.

What licenses and credentials does he hold?

He is licensed as an LCSW and LISW and holds NC LCSW C008137 and OH LISW I.1700680 credentials.

Which languages does he provide sessions in?

Sessions are conducted in English.

Where is he based?

He practices in North Carolina.

How can people work with him remotely?

Remote work is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does he accept clients from other countries?

This profile indicates he does not accept international clients.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What is the process to begin working together?

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