David
Psychologist, PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed
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The clients I work best with are often in a process of reevaluating their lives—whether they’re in recovery and ready to take a deeper look at what’s driving their patterns, feeling stuck in old patterns, or trying to make sense of past experiences. They might be struggling with imposter feelings, navigating transitions, or trying to reconnect with a sense of purpose.
Many come to therapy wanting to better understand themselves and live in a way that feels more aligned with who they truly are. I work well with people who are open to reflection and ready to explore what matters most in a grounded, collaborative space.
I specialize in addiction treatment and therapeutic assessment, using contextualized therapies to help clients make lasting, values-driven changes. I help clients understand what’s driving their behavior, clarify their goals, and build more intentional patterns in their lives. My approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based care.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve been managing things on your own for a while. You don’t need to have everything figured out to begin. If you’re feeling stuck or ready for change, I’d be honored to work with you. Together, we can clarify what matters most and build a path forward that feels more aligned and sustainable.
Call or Email David Pennington now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 726-9471
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $350
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Out of Network
David Pennington
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 726-9471
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY29603 David Pennington
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended Palo Alto University, PhD, Graduated 2009
Education and Years In Practice
David Pennington
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 726-9471
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Stress
Expertise
- Addressing Micro-aggressions & Systemic Oppression
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Chronic Relapse
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Drug Abuse
- Impostor Feelings
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Veterans
David Pennington
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 726-9471
6 Endorsements
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Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Native American
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Native American
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Positive Psychology
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
David Pennington
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 726-9471