Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
How Derrick works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW, LSCSW
- Licensed in
- Kansas, Missouri
- Years in practice
- 8
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Derrick
Derrick Hurst is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Kansas. He holds LCSW and LSCSW credentials and brings eight years of professional experience to his work. Derrick focuses on practical steps people can use when life feels overwhelming.
He aims to make the first step toward change feel doable and steady. Derrick believes each person knows their own story and strengths. He starts by listening and helping people name what matters most.
Background and approach
From there he offers straightforward strategies for managing stress, anger, anxiety, and low mood. Sessions often mix helpful thinking tools and present-focused skills. Derrick uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns.
He also uses mindfulness skills to reduce reactivity and increase calm in the moment. For people who have faced trauma or abuse, he applies trauma-focused approaches to work through distressing memories and reactions. He also uses solution-focused methods to set clear, achievable goals and track small wins.
Derrick works with adults on issues such as relationships, self-esteem, caregiver stress, and life transitions. He also supports people navigating ADHD, grief, anger, and questions about identity. His style is direct, respectful, and focused on practical change.
If someone wants a straightforward plan and steady support, Derrick helps build skills and clear next steps. He encourages small, measurable changes and checks progress as work moves forward.
What Derrick works with
Everything Derrick lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Derrick's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Anger management
- Depression
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Derrick lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy starts by treating the person as the expert on their life. The therapist listens deeply, reflects what they hear, and helps people decide which changes matter most; this works well for motivation, self-esteem, and life purpose concerns.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches straightforward exercises to spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, panic, anger, and mood problems.
Mindfulness techniques train attention to reduce reactivity and increase calm in the moment. These practices pair well with CBT for managing stress and impulsivity.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaboration includes checking progress and adapting the plan when something isn't working.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for in-depth work. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat or text-based messaging supports quick check-ins, brief coaching, and ongoing reminders between sessions. These options make it easier to keep consistent work on anger, anxiety, trauma recovery, and day-to-day coping.
Questions people ask about Derrick
What kinds of concerns does Derrick address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem. He also supports those facing life changes, caregiver stress, ADHD, and relationship communication problems.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His approach is practical and collaborative. He listens first, then offers clear tools from client-centered, CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused, and trauma-focused approaches.
What is his professional background?
He has eight years of professional experience supporting adults with a range of mood, stress, and trauma-related concerns. He focuses on building skills and setting achievable goals.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is licensed in Kansas and holds the credentials LCSW and LSCSW. Sessions are offered to people in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options let people choose what fits their schedule and communication style.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model. The subscription can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.