David Hancock, LAC
Supervised by Ashlyn Rost, LPC, ACS
I help adults and older teens (16+) who are navigating grief, difficult or traumatic relationships, social anxiety, and the emotional impact of feeling disconnected from the people around them.
Many of the clients I work with are carrying experiences that have changed the way they see themselves, their relationships, or their sense of safety. You may be grieving the death of someone important, struggling after the end or change of a significant relationship, trying to make sense of an unhealthy or abusive relationship, or finding that anxiety makes it difficult to connect with others.
Grief and relationship trauma can both leave you feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. I strive to create a space where you can process what has happened without feeling rushed or judged. Together, we can work toward understanding your experiences, rebuilding trust in yourself, developing healthier relationship patterns, and finding a way forward that feels manageable and authentic.
I also enjoy working with teens ages 16 and older who struggle with social anxiety or relationship challenges. This may include difficulty making or maintaining friendships, navigating dating relationships, communicating with others, setting boundaries, or feeling confident and comfortable in social situations.
I provide telehealth therapy throughout New Jersey and work to create a supportive, comfortable environment where clients can open up gradually and feel genuinely heard.
My Areas of Focus
Social Anxiety
Life transitions following loss or relationship changes
Relationship & interpersonal trauma
Domestic violence & recovery from abusive or harmful relationships
Unhealthy relationship patterns & boundaries
Friendship, dating & relationship difficulties
Older teens (16+) & adults
Grief, bereavement, and loss
My Approach
I take a personalized, client-centered approach to therapy and draw from evidence-based practices including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness-based techniques
With experience working with survivors of violent crimes, I bring an understanding of how trauma can affect a person's sense of safety, relationships, boundaries, and trust. I am particularly interested in helping individuals who have experienced relationship trauma or domestic violence process what they have been through while strengthening their sense of self and developing healthier, safer patterns of connection.
What It’s Like to Work with Me
Therapy with me is supportive, collaborative, and paced around your comfort level. I focus on creating a space where you can show up as you are—without pressure, judgment, or expectations.
Some sessions may involve processing grief, loss, or difficult relationship experiences. Others may focus on recognizing patterns, establishing boundaries, strengthening communication, managing social anxiety, or developing practical coping skills.
You do not have to have everything figured out before beginning therapy. My role is to meet you where you are and help you work through what you're carrying one step at a time.
My goal is for you to leave sessions feeling more understood, more grounded, and increasingly confident in your ability to navigate relationships, loss, and the next chapter of your life.
Credentials & Details
Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC)
Supervised by Ashlyn Rost, LPC, ACS
Works with adults and adolescents ages 16+
Individual therapy
Accepted Insurance
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Amerihealth
Cigna
Horizon NJ Health Medicaid
Ready to take the next Step?
Reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own. My goal is to make therapy feel approachable, supportive, and manageable from the very beginning. If you’re considering therapy, I welcome the opportunity to connect and see whether working together feels like a good fit.