Therapist profile
David Mingus, LCPC
LCPC counselor - Relationships and family concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship strain
- Self esteem
About David
David Mingus is an Illinois licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with 35 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family tension, low self-esteem, and depression. David describes his role as supporting people who want clearer direction and more confidence in their daily lives.
He focuses on practical conversation and steady support rather than jargon. Sessions often look at patterns in relationships and the everyday habits that keep problems active. He helps people talk through communication problems, attachment concerns, and control issues so they can make different choices at home and work.
David also addresses issues that come up around major life changes. That includes divorce and separation, midlife reevaluation, and questions about life purpose. He works with people who struggle with panic attacks, social anxiety, guilt, and shame, and with men facing relationship or role pressures.
His approach treats clients as the experts in their own story. He draws on practical, evidence-based techniques to build skills for managing mood, impulsivity, and isolation. The emphasis is on steady progress and usable steps rather than quick fixes.
People who benefit tend to want clear strategies and frank conversation. If the strain at home, with a partner, or with family members feels heavy, he helps clarify priorities and plan realistic next steps. To begin, prospective clients choose an online therapy option and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
David uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on changing unhelpful patterns and building coping skills. One approach emphasizes identifying and shifting relationship and attachment patterns so people can communicate more clearly and feel more secure in close relationships. Another approach concentrates on practical skills for managing anxiety and panic, including short exercises to reduce intense symptoms and plans to prevent recurrence.Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. He will collaborate with each client to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress is made. That lets the person try approaches and keep what helps most.
Confirm the specific online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy day because they remove travel time and let a session happen between other responsibilities. Other practical benefits include the ability to choose a quieter setting for deeper conversation or a shorter check-in when time is limited. The therapist and client will discuss what format works best for scheduling and the kind of focus each session will have.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family tension, low self-esteem, and depression, plus related concerns like attachment issues and communication problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He focuses on practical conversation and steady support, using evidence-based techniques to build skills for everyday situations.
How much experience does he have?
He has 35 years of professional experience as an LCPC in Illinois.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds an Illinois LCPC credential and practices from Illinois.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients book with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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