Philosophy
Good therapy or counseling always focuses on helping the whole person find the best ways to heal and thrive.
Specialties
From general therapy & counseling to specific anxiety disorder treatments including EMDR / DBT
In-Home Concierge
Why not have counseling in the privacy and comfort of your own home? Contact Us to see if we can come to your location.
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Your Trusted
Therapist in Aventura, FL
Welcome to your trusted anxiety treatment center in Aventura, FL, where we are dedicated to helping you regain control of your life.
With a personalized approach, we specialize in providing top-notch care and support for individuals dealing with anxiety disorders ensuring each client receives the attention and treatment they deserve.
Insurance / Payment Options
- In-Network Provider for Medicare
- Out-of-network services for the other major insurance companies.
- Private Pay Options Available
Anxiety Treatments
Treating a full-range of anxiety disorders including post-traumatic stress (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, hoarding, agoraphobia and panic disorders
Couples & Marriage Counseling
Helping couples find, restore, and maintain stable happy relationships with loved ones is a key part of overall mental well being and quality of life.
General Therapy & Counseling
Therapy and Counseling for just about any issue or disorder that can be negatively effecting mental well-being, whether it be to heal and reach stability initially or to just help maintain a happy stable place more long term.
General Therapy, Couples Counseling & Anxiety Therapy in Aventura, FL
Helping You Build Well-Being & Stronger Connections
Whether you’re seeking anxiety therapy, general support for life’s challenges, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with a partner, we’re here for you. We believe whole-person care means tending to emotional, relational, and personal growth. As a trusted therapist in Aventura, FL, David Ettinger and his team provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored for your goals and your specific needs.
General Therapy
Recognizing that many people come to therapy for reasons beyond anxiety—whether it’s life transitions, identity, career pressure, self-esteem, grief, decision making, navigating family conflicts, or simply wanting more fulfillment.
Self-Discovery & Personal Growth
Explore who you are, your values, strengths, patterns, and how your past shapes your present. Therapy can help you develop self-awareness and confidence.
Life Transitions & Stress Management
Moving through change is hard: career shifts, loss, aging, moving, health changes, parenting. We support you in navigating transitions with resilience.
Marriage & Couples Counseling
Relationships can bring joy but also conflict, miscommunication, unhealed wounds, or just “drift.” Couples & marriage counseling helps partners learn to communicate, resolve hurts, renew closeness, repair trust, and create shared goals.
Relationship Communication & Conflict Resolution
Learn proven tools to talk so you feel heard, deal with recurring arguments, rebuild trust, and understand conflict in healthier ways.
Premarital & Relationship Enrichment
Thinking of marriage, renewing commitments, or simply wanting to deepen connection: learn to build strong foundations, shared visions, intimacy, and emotional closeness.
Anxiety & PTSD Therapy Services
At our center, we understand that anxiety disorders can significantly impact your daily life. We offer comprehensive therapy for a variety of anxiety disorders that include a variety of therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and relaxation strategies, to address root causes of anxiety.
Expert Anxiety Disorders Therapist
Our center boasts highly qualified anxiety disorders therapists committed to guiding you through your journey to mental wellness. With extensive experience and a compassionate approach, our therapists use evidence-based techniques to help you manage and overcome anxiety.
Specialized Anxiety Therapy
We offer specialized anxiety therapy tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re dealing with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, or panic disorders, our therapy programs are designed to provide effective relief and long-term coping strategies. Our goal is to help you lead a fulfilling and anxiety-free life.
Effective PTSD Therapy
If you are struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), our center provides specialized PTSD therapy. Our therapists are trained to handle the complexities of PTSD, offering a safe and supportive environment for your recovery. We utilize proven methods to help you process trauma and reduce PTSD symptoms.
Your Path to a Brighter Future
Choosing the right anxiety treatment center is crucial for your recovery. At your trusted anxiety treatment center in Aventura, FL, David Ettinger is here to support you every step of the way. With our expert therapists and personalized treatment plans, you can look forward to a brighter, more peaceful future.
David Ettinger, LCSW, MBA
David is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) working as a psychotherapist serving the greater Miami area both in our Aventura, FL location and on-site house calls.
Therapy Specialties
David’s specialties as a therapist are in the areas of anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress (PTSD/Trauma) and emotion regulation problems. He considers himself to be an attachment focused therapist, and believes that early childhood experiences and caregiver interactions play a significant role in many of the issues that clients bring to therapy.
His therapeutic orientation is heavily grounded in the latest neuroscience research. He gives you many approaches, alongside the therapeutic relationship, to work on trauma and attachment and does not force feed one approach.
He has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families, working alongside clients to help them through custody, marital and legal difficulties, as well as a variety of anxiety disorders.
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