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David Robbins

Practical, goal-focused counseling and coaching

LPC Missouri

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About David

David Robbins is a licensed professional counselor who works with adults seeking practical, results-oriented support for stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship concerns, self-esteem, career questions, and other life challenges.

Background and approach

He frames therapy as a collaborative process that can include coaching, concrete feedback, and strategies to help clients break unhelpful patterns and move toward meaningful change. David emphasizes a straightforward, honest style that respects clients' time and resources while encouraging commitment to goals.

Drawing on 14 years of clinical experience and graduate training in counseling psychology, he uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Motivational and mindfulness-based ideas to help people answer the question of "why am I doing this?" and find ways to act differently.

His background includes inpatient mental health, addiction treatment, eating disorder programs, and personal psychiatric practice, and he adapts methods to each person's needs rather than insisting on a single formula. David accepts international clients and conducts sessions from his Missouri practice for those who seek direction and practical tools to regain momentum in life.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Work



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with practical strategies and skills. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and many stress-related problems and helps clients practice new ways of responding between sessions.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, allowing clients to explore their values and goals while feeling heard and supported. This approach can help people find clarity about life purpose, relationships, and motivation for change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and the therapist works collaboratively to tailor methods to each person's needs, goals, and preferences. Together they will evaluate which techniques fit best and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with this provider offers flexible access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit work on mental health into a busy life. These formats support ongoing skill-building, timely feedback, and the chance to practice new strategies in real-world contexts while maintaining scheduling flexibility for people in different locations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly help with?
He addresses a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, anger, career setbacks, bipolar challenges, and coping with life changes.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Sessions are direct and practical, blending client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational methods to help clients set goals and practice changes between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 14 years of experience in mental health, with work in inpatient psychiatric units, drug rehab clinics, eating disorder programs, and personal psychiatric practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC practicing in Missouri with license number MO LPC 2010029389.
Does he work with non-English speakers or international clients?
He conducts therapy in English and does accept international clients for online sessions when appropriate.
Which session formats are offered?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is pricing handled for therapy sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoaching

Also works with

Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeControl issuesDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depression

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Missouri

Languages

English