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I am a resource for people who want to close the gap between where they are and where they want to be. I help people achieve their own definition of success and full potential whether that be in sports, business, or personal aspects of their lives.

I use a collaborative and interactive problem solving approach in working with individuals experiencing problematic situations as well as those who may be having problems with (among others):

• Reaching full potential
• Life Transitions
• Personal/Work Relationships
• Career Change/Job Loss
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Divorce/Separation
• Social Anxiety and Phobias
• Stress

I am trained in clinical hypnosis. and have used imagery and hypnosis successfully for a variety of concerns: phobias, stress reduction, presentation anxiety among them. Imagery, hypnosis and thinking style refinement are being used by Olympic athletes with great results but you don't need to be an Olympian to benefit.Sport psychology may improve your golf or tennis game, your running time, your swimming performance. The psychological component of sports performance is significant and can be addressed in a relatively brief time. I will be glad to provide more information about my services in this arena.

I work with job, workplace, and career issues. This may mean dealing with career change, choice, or job loss. I find that many adults are facing unforeseen career challenges that may lead them to reassess their career paths and options. I have worked with hundreds of Fortune 500 company employees as well as students and independent business people who are in the career assessment or transition process. I also offer proven resume and job search strategies.

I am trained in a procedure (EMDR) that can quickly reduce the negative emotional experiences associated with upsetting events of the past whether the events be major traumas (rape, auto accident) or smaller emotionally disturbing events (intense embarrassment, performance anxiety, problems accepting criticism or feedback).

Many professionals benefit from performance coaching. An analysis of your personal styles of thought and interaction can often boost personal performance and effectiveness .

As a cancer survivor, I have an appreciation for the psychological issues that may face patients (or their families) experiencing serious illness and its treatment. I will work closely with patient's physicians to insure effective adjunct care. A background of comparative religious studies sensitizes me to spiritual and existential issues (though I don't push an agenda).

I received my Doctorate from the University of Texas at Austin. My clinical internship was completed at The University of Virginia. My undergraduate degree is from the University of Virginia. I continually update and refine my professional knowledge and skills through numerous professional education programs.

Complete Resume for David S. Litton, Ph.D.