Derrick Hurst, LCSW, LSCSW - Therapist in Kansas

About Derrick

Derrick Hurst is a licensed clinical social worker who brings eight years of professional experience to his practice in Kansas. He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and family concerns. Derrick emphasizes practical support and steady guidance during difficult life shifts.

He uses straightforward conversations to understand each person’s situation. Derrick believes clients know their stories best and builds on their strengths. Sessions focus on realistic steps people can try between meetings.

Background and approach

Derrick draws from several proven methods to tailor care to individual needs. He uses Client-Centered Therapy to listen closely and create a respectful space. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behavior patterns.

Mindfulness practices are offered to help reduce reactivity and improve focus in everyday moments. For those affected by severe stress or past events, Trauma-Focused Therapy provides ways to address and process painful memories safely. He also brings attention to practical family issues such as communication problems, caregiver stress, and divorce or separation.

Work may include addressing feelings like guilt, shame, anger, or isolation and building skills for better interactions. Derrick holds LCSW and LSCSW credentials and works in English. He frames therapy as a collaborative effort and aims to help people find clearer paths forward.

Approaches that translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, respect, and building on a person’s own strengths. In online sessions this means the therapist spends time understanding what matters most to the client before suggesting next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks down unhelpful thoughts and habits into manageable parts and offers concrete exercises to try at home; it often helps with anxiety, panic, and mood problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that fit the client’s goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps adjust techniques over time based on what is most helpful.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options give flexibility for busy schedules, caregivers, and people who prefer shorter or more frequent check-ins. Remote sessions let clients practice skills in their daily environment and make follow-up easier between appointments.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

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.

Mindfulness Therapy

Attention training: noticing thoughts and physical feelings as they arrive without being carried off by them. Much of it is practice you do yourself, so guidance over video or audio works much as it would in person.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Derrick address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and many family-related issues listed in his specialties. Other focus areas include self esteem, ADHD, anger, and relationship communication problems.

What is his therapy style like?

His style is collaborative and down-to-earth. He listens first, then suggests practical steps that clients can try between sessions.

What experience does he bring?

He has eight years of professional experience supporting people through life changes, mood concerns, and family stress.

What credentials and location are on file?

He holds LCSW and LSCSW credentials with registrations MO LCSW 2024017825 and KS LSCSW LSCSW 4366, and practices in Kansas.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

How are sessions offered?

Sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How does payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a time based on therapist availability.

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Experience: 8 years
Licensed: Kansas, Missouri
Languages: English

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