David Slagle, MS, LMFT, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping adults and elders navigate the complexities of life. Clients seeking therapy often feel stuck or dissatisfied, and David is committed to creating a supportive therapeutic relationship that balances safety and connection with appropriate challenges. He brings genuine warmth and collaboration to the therapy process, truly believing in the transformative power of therapy. With careful attention to each individual's inner world, David explores the concerns that trouble his clients, fostering effective coping skills, healthier relationships with difficult emotions, and deeper connections with loved ones. With over 15 years of experience on the clinical staff at UW, he has had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, embracing each client's unique lived experience. David is particularly interested in identity exploration, including family, race, and cultural backgrounds, as well as sexual orientation, gender, and religion. His expertise includes a wide array of therapy types such as Culturally Sensitive, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused, and Psychodynamic therapy, among others. In couples therapy, David helps partners navigate difficult emotions often hidden beneath anger and withdrawal, guiding them toward expressing vulnerability and fostering empathy. By cultivating trust and emotional intimacy, couples can strengthen their relationship and navigate life's challenges together.