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David Thurman

David Thurman

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist • Temecula, CA

LMFT, LAADC, MA, ICAADC, C-DBT

● Currently Accepting New Clients

David is a compassionate therapist specializing in relationship, mood, substance use, and anxiety challenges. He creates a collaborative, solution-focused environment to empower lasting change

ABOUT ME

I am a masters level internationally Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the recovery process. I work with a wide variety of personal and interpersonal issues that often accompany substance use, including personality disorders, mood disorders and trauma.

If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loss, relationship problems, and or stress, then therapy can help you discover new ways to cope and manage these issues. Together we define your core values and use mindfulness techniques to build self-esteem, confidence, hope, resiliency, and a sense of belonging. Our partnership means we take a solution-focused approach in a warm, safe environment. I would love to help you find a life that is authentically you through safe exploration that provides insight and awareness for lasting change in your life.
 
I am also a Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the recovery process. I work with a wide variety of personal and interpersonal issues that often accompany substance use, including personality disorders, mood disorders and trauma.
 
I offer weekend appointments to accommodate your schedule, coaching calls for additional support when needed. Give yourself the gift of becoming a happier, healthier you. Call Today.

Specialties & Expertise

Anxiety

Addiction

Depression

Trauma

Relationship Issues

Substance Use

OCD

Anger Management.

Borderline personality disorders

David works with individuals, couples, and families to navigate anxiety, mood disorders, addiction challenges, and relational stress using strengths-based techniques

Therapeutic Approaches

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
• Family Systems & Gottman Methods
• Integrative & Person-Centered Therapy

Session Information

• Individual Therapy
• Couples Counseling
• Family Therapy
• Sliding Scale Available
• In-Person & HIPAA-Compliant Online Options

Client Focus

Adults, Couples, Families (including elders), mood & behavioral concerns.

Insurance & Payment

PPO plans including IEHP, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, TRICARE, TriWest, Kaiser (O-Out-of-Network) , VACCN & more

Session Fees

Transparent, affordable pricing designed to support your journey toward healing.

 

Individual Therapy

$ $140 Per Session
  • Anxiety & stress management
  • Depression & mood regulation
  • Personal growth & life transitions
  • Addiction & substance use recovery

Couple Therapy

$ $190 Per Session
  • Rebuilding trust
  • Resolving conflict patterns
  • Improving communication
  • Strengthening emotional connection

Testimonial

David and I have worked together for many years. He is a competent and compassionate therapist. He is professional and kind in his care for his clients.

Rosemarie Wheeler Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CCTP

David knows his DBT. If you are looking for some support in gaining tools to tolerate and manage your emotions, David is a warm, honest therapist that can really help! He is genuine, authentic and really cares about his clients. I highly recommend working with David!

Kendra Claire Wilhelm Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MA, LMFT (she, her)

David Thurman is a highly skilled DBT-informed clinician with a calm, steady presence. He brings clarity, warmth, and structure to his work, helping clients feel grounded while developing practical skills for lasting emotional and relational change.

David R Butters Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Ready to Begin Your Journey Toward Healing?