Therapist profile
Davalene Wilbanks, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Family and parenting concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- CBT DBT Solution-Focused
About Davalene
Davalene Wilbanks is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 24 years of clinical experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and grief, and parenting challenges.
She works with both adults and adolescents. Sessions are a place to talk through thoughts and feelings without judgment. Davalene aims to be direct and practical during sessions so people can make usable changes between visits.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She uses these methods to build skills for emotion regulation, to shift unhelpful thinking, and to set manageable goals for change. Conversations often focus on small steps a person can try right away.
Davalene has supported people dealing with addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, caregiving stress, blended family issues, and fatherhood concerns among other topics. She also addresses family of origin issues, communication and commitment problems, and challenges that come with chronic illness and aging.
People can expect clear discussion of coping strategies, direct feedback, and collaborative planning. The goal is steady progress with practical tools for handling day-to-day stresses at home and in relationships.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session to talk about goals and next steps.
How sessions work
How her therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and challenge unhelpful thoughts and to try different behaviors. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many parenting or relationship patterns.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal skills. DBT tools can help when anger, strong emotions, or crisis moments make it hard to cope.
Solution-Focused Therapy is part of her work too; it emphasizes small, achievable steps and practical goals to create faster change in day-to-day routines and interactions.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and preferences and then recommend which methods to try first. Adjustments are made over time based on what helps most.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy home life by reducing travel and allowing appointments during breaks or between obligations. Some formats work better for shorter check-ins or for people who prefer not to be on camera, while others suit longer, more in-depth conversations. Discussing practical scheduling and format needs is part of the first session.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Questions
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What concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, self-esteem, parenting issues, relationship and family concerns, trauma and grief, and related problems such as ADHD and bipolar.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and direct, focusing on skill building and small steps people can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional work experience as a clinician.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Missouri.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not listed in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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