Derrick Hurst, LCSW, LSCSW

Derrick Hurst is a Kansas-licensed clinical social worker who brings eight years of professional experience to his practice. He holds the LCSW and LSCSW credentials - Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker - and focuses on supporting people facing stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence.

Derrick views each person as the expert of their own story and builds on strengths clients already possess. He emphasizes a collaborative, respectful approach that helps clients identify practical steps forward while honoring the resiliency they bring to difficult situations. Whether someone is working through relationship tensions, processing traumatic experiences, or seeking greater self-assurance, Derrick offers a steady, strengths-based presence.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life often requires courage, and Derrick aims to make that step more manageable by providing consistent support and clear, goal-oriented guidance. He helps clients explore choices, set achievable goals, and develop skills to manage emotions and improve everyday functioning, with attention to each person’s values and priorities.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and respect for each person's perspective, supporting clients as they explore their own goals and values; it is useful for challenges like low self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building, which can help with anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms. Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and stress-management practices that support emotional regulation and reduce reactivity in daily life.

The process of finding the right approach is collaborative. Derrick works with people and with other licensed professionals as needed to determine which methods align with a client's needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to find the best fit.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access consistent support from a licensed therapist regardless of location within the state.