- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship troubles
- Grief and loss
About David
Dr. David Berndt is a South Carolina psychologist (SC Psychologist 673) with 40 years of professional experience. He works with people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. He also lists concerns such as abandonment, body image, chronic illness and pain, dissociation, and guilt and shame.
He practiced as an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the University of Chicago before opening a clinical practice in South Carolina. In sessions he teaches practical skills for managing stress and anxiety. He talks through relationship patterns and offers ways to cope with loss.
Dr. Berndt uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and several therapy methods to address mood and trauma-related concerns. He focuses on clear, direct conversation and skill-building rather than jargon. Sessions typically involve discussing current problems, learning coping strategies, and practicing new ways of responding.
He has worked with people facing midlife concerns, feelings of emptiness, isolation, and problems that come with chronic illness or disability. He also supports those dealing with identity questions such as autism spectrum-related issues and avoidant or dependent personality patterns.
Sessions are conducted in English and Dr. Berndt does not work with international clients. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled.
How established therapy approaches are used online
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often include cognitive-behavioral approaches and trauma-focused methods. Cognitive-behavioral approaches help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors; they are useful for anxiety, depression, and managing guilt by changing how someone thinks and acts. Trauma-focused methods concentrate on processing difficult events and reducing the ways those memories disrupt daily life.Choosing which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your concerns, goals, and preferences and recommend techniques to try. Adjustments happen as you work together, with attention to what helps most in practice.
The biography does not list specific online session formats. Please confirm available session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people attend from locations that are quieter or more convenient, helping therapy fit alongside work, family, and medical appointments.
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Primary focus
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional focuses listed include guilt and shame, abandonment, and chronic pain or illness.
How does he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and direct conversation to help people talk through guilt or shame. Sessions focus on practical skills and changing patterns that keep those feelings active.
What is his professional background?
He was an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the University of Chicago and has maintained a clinical practice in South Carolina for many years. He brings four decades of experience to his work.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a South Carolina psychologist (SC Psychologist 673) and practices in South Carolina. Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients. Sessions are available for those located within his jurisdiction in South Carolina.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to learn whether in-person or remote sessions are available.
How much do sessions cost?
Fees vary with location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you for an initial appointment.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.