Dennis Hounshell, LPC

Dennis Hounshell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with 20 years of professional experience. He has supported people dealing with stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, and the process of grieving and loss.

Dennis creates an open, nonjudgmental environment in which thoughts and feelings can be expressed safely. He collaborates with each person to explore concerns and to identify practical ways forward, tailoring his approach to individual needs and life circumstances.

Recognizing that beginning therapy can require courage, he affirms the effort it takes to reach out for support. As an LPC, Dennis draws on established clinical methods to guide conversations and to help clients build skills for managing emotions, improving communication, and navigating difficult transitions.

His practice emphasizes clarity, empathy, and steady support as people work toward clearer perspective and healthier relationships in their daily lives.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Dennis uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, and mood difficulties. CBT focuses on practical strategies for changing unhelpful thinking and building coping skills that can reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.

He also draws on the Gottman Method to support couples and family relationships by improving communication, resolving recurring conflicts, and strengthening emotional connection. This approach emphasizes concrete tools for interaction and for rebuilding trust and understanding between partners.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dennis works with each person to explore what feels most useful for their situation, goals, and preferences, and he adapts techniques over time as needs evolve.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility and easier access for those with busy schedules or geographic constraints. These options make it possible to maintain consistent care, fit sessions around work and family responsibilities, and select the format that best matches personal comfort and communication style.