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Online therapist

Dennis Hounshell

Compassionate, practical help for family and life challenges

Credentials
LPC
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Dennis

Dennis Hounshell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with 20 years of experience. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, grief, depression, and addictions. He aims to make the first step toward support feel doable and respectful of each person’s pace.

He creates a straightforward, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through what’s bothering them. Conversations are practical and grounded.

Background and approach

He listens for patterns that cause pain and helps clients try new ways of handling those moments. Dennis uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. He also draws on the Gottman Method for relationship work to help improve day-to-day communication and problem solving.

These methods are used in ways that make sense for each person’s situation. Sessions focus on concrete steps and small changes that build over time. Topics he commonly addresses include parenting, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, family of origin issues, and fatherhood concerns.

He also helps with feelings like guilt, shame, emptiness, and loneliness. His style is practical and calm, aimed at making therapy feel manageable. If taking a step toward help feels hard, he encourages starting with one conversation to see what might be different.

How his approaches guide online sessions

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and acting. It is useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood-related struggles. The Gottman Method focuses on how partners communicate and solve problems, aiming to reduce conflict cycles and build better day-to-day connection.

Choosing the right approach is part of working together. Dennis will talk with clients about their goals and preferences and adapt methods to fit their situation. That collaboration helps decide whether CBT, the Gottman Method, or a mix of techniques makes the most sense.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people balancing family, work, or other demands. Video calls let sessions feel face-to-face while phone, live chat, or text messaging provide easier options for shorter check-ins or when schedules are tight. These formats make it simpler to keep progress moving forward without long commutes or time away from home.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Gottman Method

A research-based framework for couples, focused on how partners argue, repair, and stay connected. Practical and structured, with exercises to try between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?
Dennis works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, grief, depression, and addictions. He also focuses on parenting, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He keeps sessions practical and calm, creating a nonjudgmental space where people can talk through what matters most. The focus is on small, usable steps rather than abstract talk.
What is his background in practice?
He has 20 years of professional experience working with people on mood, relationship, and family issues. That background shapes a straightforward approach to problem solving.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Missouri with license number MO LPC 2005016768. His practice is based in Missouri.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He meets via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging depending on what fits the client.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
20 years
Licensed
Missouri
Languages
English

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