About David Gianos
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Couples Therapy
Sport / Performance Counseling
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Loneliness
Young Adult Issues
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Seniors (65+)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Art Therapy
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know David Gianos
David earned his bachelor’s degree from Creighton University and his master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of Nebraska Omaha before completing his Master of Social Work at Aurora University. He is currently providing therapy at Mind Lodge while awaiting his Licensed Social Worker (LSW) credential.
David has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, life transitions, emotional regulation, and relationship challenges.
David believes therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership. He strives to create a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves, without judgment or pressure. He takes a collaborative, strengths-based approach, helping clients better understand themselves, develop practical coping skills, and build confidence as they work toward meaningful change. He believes that strong relationships, meaningful experiences, and finding balance outside of daily responsibilities all play an important role in overall well-being.
A particular area of interest for David is the importance of connection. His academic research explored the effects of social isolation across the lifespan and the ways relationships, community, and purpose contribute to emotional well-being. Whether someone is feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or simply looking to better understand themselves, David believes therapy can be a place to reconnect with their strengths and move toward the life they want to build.
Outside of work, David can usually be found looking for his golf ball somewhere in the trees, spending time outdoors on walks with his dog, officiating basketball, or cheering on the Chicago Bears. He enjoys finding humor in everyday life and believes therapy doesn't always have to be serious. Some of the best moments in the therapy room happen when clients and therapists can laugh while working together.
What should a new client know about working with you?
When you begin working with David, you can expect therapy to feel like a conversation and a partnership—not a place where you are judged or told what you “should” do. He takes time to understand your experiences, what matters to you, and what you hope to get out of therapy. Together, you will identify goals that feel meaningful and work at a pace that feels comfortable.
David uses a collaborative, strengths-based approach that focuses not only on challenges, but also on the strengths, experiences, and resources you already have. Sessions may include exploring patterns and emotions, building practical coping skills, improving emotional regulation, working through relationships or life changes, or simply making sense of what you are experiencing.
David believes that progress does not have to look the same for everyone. Some sessions may involve deeper reflection and difficult conversations, while others may focus on practical strategies or finding a different perspective. He also believes there is room for humor in therapy. Being able to laugh and feel comfortable with your therapist can be an important part of building trust and creating a space where you can be yourself.
Most importantly, David wants clients to feel heard, respected, and involved in their own care. Whether you are coming to therapy because you are struggling with something specific or because you simply want to understand yourself better, he will work alongside you to help you develop greater confidence, connection, and balance in your life.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
David’s process begins with getting to know you and understanding what brings you to therapy. During the first few sessions, he will ask questions about your current concerns, your experiences, relationships, strengths, and what you hope to accomplish through therapy. This helps create a shared understanding of where you are and where you would like to go.
As therapy continues, sessions are guided by your needs and goals. A typical session may involve talking through something that has happened recently, exploring thoughts and emotions, identifying patterns that may be getting in the way, or working on practical strategies you can use between sessions. Depending on what you are working toward, David may introduce coping skills, exercises, or new ways of looking at a situation.
David does not believe every session needs to follow a rigid format. Some days may call for more reflection and processing, while other days may focus on problem-solving or developing specific skills. He will check in regularly about how therapy is going and adjust the approach when something is not feeling helpful.
Over time, the goal is to help you gain a better understanding of yourself, feel more confident handling challenges, and make changes that carry into your everyday life. David views therapy as an ongoing process, and he will work with you to make each session relevant to what is happening in your life at that time.
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More information on payments and coverage
Initial session(s) cost $200 without insurance.
Additional session(s) cost $185 without insurance.
Office location
David Gianos also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Aurora University, Master's in Social Work
- Creighton University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1619889433
How soon can I make an appointment with David Gianos?
Generally, David Gianos has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see David Gianos's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is David Gianos accepting new patients?
David Gianos generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see David Gianos's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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Can I make an appointment with David Gianos online?
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What practice does David Gianos work with?
David Gianos works with Mind Lodge.
Where is David Gianos's office located?
David Gianos has 2 office locations, including in Spillertown and Plainfield, view full addresses on David Gianos's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see David Gianos?
David Gianos frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for David Gianos on their profile.
What languages does David Gianos speak?
David Gianos speaks English.