David Hopkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on practical, down-to-earth help for stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and depression.
01About David
David Hopkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on practical, down-to-earth help for stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and depression. He uses straightforward conversation and tools to help people manage strong emotions and get through hard times. He has been working in the mental health field since 2006 and has practiced as an LPC since 2016.
That mix of long experience and counseling work gives him a grounded perspective on common struggles.
Background and approach
He keeps sessions direct and goal-focused while listening for what matters most to each person. David draws on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to guide his work. That means clients learn skills to change unhelpful thoughts, manage intense feelings, and handle urges or impulses in healthier ways.
He adapts those methods to fit each person's life and priorities. Beyond core concerns he also helps people with abandonment and attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, divorce or separation, guilt and shame, and feeling isolated. He aims to make conversations about these topics simple and actionable.
David emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in sessions. He works with people to build clear steps for change and supports them as they try new ways of coping. Taking the first step can feel hard, and he offers steady, practical assistance along the way.
02Credentials
- LPC (Mississippi)
- License 2226 · expires June 2027
- NPI
- 1528414968 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything David lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Methods David names
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04Online support
Using CBT and DBT Online to Build Better Habits
David uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT often involves setting clear goals, practicing new skills between sessions, and tracking progress to reduce anxiety, low mood, or compulsive habits.He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy for managing intense emotions and impulsive urges. DBT teaches concrete techniques for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and clearer communication when feelings run high.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, try different methods, and adjust the plan as needs and preferences become clearer. This collaborative method helps match tools to what actually works for the person.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit varied schedules. Video is useful for deeper conversation and visual cues, phone works well when bandwidth is limited, chat lets someone check in quickly during a busy day, and messaging supports shorter updates or ongoing skill practice. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while managing life’s demands.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does David commonly address?
He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, and depression. He also works on issues like attachment, body image, caregiver stress, and loneliness.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are practical and down-to-earth. He uses structured talk and skill-building to help people manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has worked in the mental health field since 2006 and has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2016, bringing eight years as an LPC alongside earlier related work.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices from Mississippi and holds the credential MS LPC, which identifies him as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.
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