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David Robbins

LPC

David Robbins , LPC

Therapist in Missouri

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About David

David Robbins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri with 14 years of clinical experience. He combines a practical, direct style with an emphasis on motivation and change, helping people explore the question "why am I doing this" as a pathway to clearer choices and forward movement.

His academic training includes a Master of Counseling Psychology from MidAmerica Nazarene University, completed in 2009, and a background in Motivational Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - approaches he frequently draws on in clinical work. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, indicating state licensure to provide counseling services.

Robbins has worked across a range of treatment settings, including an inpatient mental health unit (psych hospital), drug rehabilitation clinics, eating disorder programs, and a private psychiatric practice. That variety informs a flexible, tailored approach to care rather than a one-size-fits-all model. He has supported people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting challenges, anger, career questions, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue, and he maintains additional focus areas such as autism and Asperger Syndrome, dissociation, control issues, first responder concerns, panic disorder, and postpartum depression.

Known for straightforward feedback and an intent to use clients' time and resources well, he adapts treatment methods to each individual’s needs and goals, blending evidence-based techniques and client-centered care to help people move toward the changes they seek.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

David Robbins commonly blends Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address a wide range of concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients feel understood and can explore their values and goals; it is helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines patterns of thought and behavior to identify practical steps toward change and is often used for anxiety, stress, mood concerns, addiction-related behaviors, and sleep difficulties. He also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques when emotional regulation, distress tolerance, or interpersonal effectiveness are priorities, offering concrete skills to manage intense emotions and improve relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work, and the therapist treats that as a collaborative process. He helps clients and licensed professionals determine which methods best match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life, to access support across distances, and to continue work between appointments. These options help licensed professionals and therapists tailor care to an individual's schedule and communication style while maintaining continuity of treatment.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does David Robbins have?

David Robbins has 14 years of experience providing mental health and counseling services.

Is David Robbins a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are MO LPC 2010029389.

In which languages does David Robbins provide therapy?

David Robbins provides therapy in English.

Where is David Robbins located?

David Robbins is located in Missouri.

How can I work with David Robbins as my therapist?

You can work with David Robbins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does David Robbins work with international clients?

Yes, David Robbins works with international clients.

How much does therapy with David Robbins cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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

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