Therapist profile
David Yoder, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Family and parenting focus
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- Person-Centered approach
- CBT and DBT methods
- Hypnotherapy options
About David
David Yoder is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with six years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship concerns, parenting strain, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and life transitions. Sessions are presented in plain language and aim to help people manage everyday pressures at home and work.
He favors a Person-Centered approach, sometimes called client-centered therapy, which prioritizes the client's perspective and pace. That approach is paired with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy when helpful. He also uses hypnotherapy and existential ideas with clients who find those tools useful.
David describes common presenting problems as fear-based struggles. He says labels can feel like boxes, and he treats each person’s situation as distinct. In practice he helps people clarify what matters to them and tries to build steps toward that picture of a better day-to-day life.
Sessions typically include straightforward conversation, focused skills practice, and experiments to try between meetings. He may introduce breathing or brief experiential methods when they fit the issue at hand. The tone is unhurried and practical, aimed at reducing immediate stress and improving coping over time.
People looking for help with parenting stress, relationship strain, or addiction-related concerns will find his stated focus areas align with those topics. He works in English and is based in Missouri.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
David commonly combines Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely to the client's experience and letting work move at their pace. It helps when someone needs someone to reflect their concerns and clarify personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change patterns that cause stress. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication. DBT can be helpful for strong emotions, impulsivity, and relationship conflicts.Choosing the best mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist and client will look at goals, day-to-day demands, and what feels most helpful. Adjustments are normal; techniques can be added or dropped as needs change.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings around parenting and work obligations, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when days are busy. It also allows practicing skills in the context of regular routines. Ask about session length and any scheduling arrangements when completing the matching questionnaire so appointments can fit into everyday life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does he address?
He lists stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship problems, parenting strain, grief, sleep difficulties, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and life changes among his focus areas.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He emphasizes a Person-Centered approach that follows the client's perspective and pace, combined with practical tools from CBT and DBT when useful.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds an LPC credential and practices in Missouri, United States.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How are fees and getting started handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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