David Hicks, LCSW

David Hicks is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Kentucky. He focuses on depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and coping with major life changes. He aims to offer steady, practical support for people feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

He uses a straightforward, person-centered approach that starts with listening to what matters most to each client. From there he helps people build coping strategies that fit their daily lives. Sessions often focus on communication habits, handling shame or guilt, and finding clearer direction during transitions.

David also draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Solution-focused ideas are used to set small, achievable goals and track progress between sessions. This mix is intended to balance emotional understanding with concrete skills.

His background includes ten years working with concerns such as stress, addiction, family problems, and issues that arise from adoption or aging. He has experience addressing communication problems, control issues, and codependency in individual work.

People come to him when they are dealing with emptiness, impulsivity, or the fallout from domestic violence and substance use. He offers practical guidance for managing daily pressures and for taking steps toward healthier routines and relationships.

How these approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the person says. The therapist stays curious and follows the client’s priorities, helping people feel heard and clearer about what matters to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. It teaches practical skills to test unhelpful thoughts and try different actions, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, practical steps toward change. Sessions often identify what a preferred future looks like and map out quick, concrete goals to move toward it.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean trying CBT techniques for mood regulation or leaning into client-centered conversations first, then adding solution-focused tasks.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy into busy schedules, shortening commute time, and making steady progress between appointments. Talk with the therapist about what will fit your routine and what to expect from remote sessions.