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David Russ, PhD

Dr. Russ is a licensed psychologist based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders. He is a founding partner and the current president of Carolinas Counseling Group, a practice comprising over 20 clinicians.

Dr. Russ began his practice in 1985 and earned his PhD from Georgia State University in 1992. He has been licensed as a psychologist since 1996. Since 2010, he has focused exclusively on treating anxiety-related conditions, including:

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Emetophobia (fear of vomiting)

  • Panic disorder

  • Phobias

  • School refusal

His therapeutic approach primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with a particular emphasis on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Dr. Russ is available for in-person and remote telehealth appointments.

Dr. Russ has made significant contributions to the field of anxiety treatment:

He has been a visiting lecturer or adjunct professor at five different grad schools.

Specialized Training

Behavioral Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) for both adults and children

Ages

Children (aged 6+), teens and adults

In his personal life, Dr. Russ enjoys traveling with his wife (m. 1983), seeing his children, painting, and woodworking.

Insurance Accepted

BCBS, Aetna, CBHA

Please note that our practice does not accept Medicaid or Medicare.