- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Mood and addiction
About David
David Hopkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Mississippi with eight years of experience as an LPC and a longer history working in mental health since 2006. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, grief, and depression, and also works with concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, body image, and life purpose.
He uses practical conversations to help people sort through what feels overwhelming. Sessions aim to identify helpful coping steps and clarify what gets in the way of feeling more steady. The approach is straightforward and goal-focused rather than abstract or vague.
David draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to look at how thoughts and behaviors affect emotions. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Those methods are used to address mood concerns, impulse challenges, and patterns that keep problems repeating.
In session he listens for patterns around relationships, control, and guilt that often link to issues like abandonment, narcissism, or financial stress. Conversations include concrete tools such as behavioral experiments, skills practice, and step-by-step problem solving. The emphasis is on practices clients can use between sessions to manage symptoms and test new ways of coping.
People who want to explore what matters after a big change - in work, health, or relationships - will find direct support for clarifying priorities and making manageable changes. Sessions and next steps are planned together so they fit real life.
How CBT and DBT inform online sessions
David commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to change mood and stress. CBT helps when anxiety, low mood, or unhelpful thinking patterns are getting in the way of daily functioning.He also applies Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal effectiveness. DBT skills are useful for impulsivity, anger, and strong emotional reactions that interfere with relationships or work.
Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with you about your goals, try out methods in session, and adjust what you practice based on what helps. That means the plan can change as needs and priorities become clearer.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy day and reducing travel time. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. The focus is on making therapy fit everyday life through scheduling and focused skills practice rather than promising a specific outcome.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, grief, and depression, plus related issues like abandonment, attachment, and life purpose.
How would he approach someone feeling stuck?
He uses clear, practical conversation and tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and DBT to identify patterns and develop coping steps you can try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
David has worked in the mental health field since 2006 and has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2016, giving him eight years as an LPC.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds an MS and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session to begin.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.