Dr. David Horton, LPC-Associate

LPC-Associate(87385) 

Supervised by Dr. Paul Jurek (Licensed #1121 and 000634), LMSW (50863), LMFT-Associate

I work with individuals, couples, and families. I also conduct play therapy with children, ages 3 and above. I specialize in working with intellectual disabilities, developmental disorders, autism spectrum disorder, parenting, and families dealing with disabilities. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and integrative drawing from a family systems perspective.

As a person with a disability, I bring a unique perspective to my practice. My lived experience informs my deep understanding of the challenges and strengths that can arise from navigating the world with a disability. This perspective allows me to offer authentic empathy and insights into the experiences of individuals facing similar systemic challenges.

It is important for me to be transparent with you so that you can make an informed decision about your care. I live with the effects of a mild form of cerebral palsy, resulting in slow speech and some motor skill issues. That means that on occasion, there may be an impact on our professional interactions, such as scheduling adjustments and the use of accommodations. There may be rare instances where I need to reschedule appointments due to health-related reasons. (I will always give you as much notice as possible and work with you to reschedule appointments.) During our sessions, you may notice that I use assistive technology, such as using a tape recorder. I also have a transcriptionist (who has years of experience and adheres to the HIPAA confidentiality requirements,) who helps with the final notes that go into your file. This person may be present during virtual therapy sessions. (If so, I will inform you of this.)

My priority is and always will be your care. I want to reassure you that I have taken the necessary steps to ensure that my disability does not interfere with my professional judgment or the quality of my clinical work.

By providing this information, you have the right to decide whether you feel comfortable with me as your counselor. Your decision is respected, and it is a protected right to seek another therapist. My commitment to you remains my highest priority.