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- 15 years experience
- Strengths focused
- Collaborative approach
About Derrick
Derrick sees people as the experts on their own stories and centers work around what matters to each person. He offers straightforward, practical conversations that help unpack problems and identify steps forward. Sessions aim to clarify goals, build coping skills, and reduce the impact of overwhelming feelings.
His background includes work with trauma and abuse, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue, as well as issues like body image, divorce and separation, and substance use. This range gives him experience with both immediate crises and longer-term life transitions.
Derrick draws on client-centered methods alongside approaches such as cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. These tools are used to help people shift unhelpful patterns, manage strong emotions, and strengthen day-to-day coping.
He speaks English and practices in South Carolina. The therapy process is collaborative; Derrick supports and empowers people as they explore change, set goals, and practice new ways of responding to problems.
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How Derrick Uses Therapy Methods Online
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building on a person's strengths. It involves open, nonjudgmental conversation and helps people feel heard while they set personal goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors link together. It teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and to try different behaviors that reduce anxiety, depression, and problematic habits.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers tools for managing strong emotions and improving relationships. It includes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication.
Finding the right approach is a shared task. Derrick will discuss your needs, goals, and preferences and suggest methods that fit your situation. Together you can try options and adjust the focus as needed to make steady progress.
Confirm which session formats are available before you book, since specific formats were not listed in the biography. Online therapy can help make appointments easier to fit into daily life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins or work-break sessions when schedules are tight. It also can accommodate people who prefer not to meet in person, while keeping the work collaborative and goal-oriented.
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Experience
15+ years
Credentials
South Carolina
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Derrick commonly address?
Derrick works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem, and related concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He follows a client-centered approach that highlights personal strengths and uses practical, skills-based techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and DBT when helpful.
What is his professional background?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of clinical experience supporting people through both immediate and ongoing life challenges.
Where does he practice and what credential does he hold?
He practices in South Carolina and holds the LPC credential in that state.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the biography.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.