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James Slover, LPC
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Biography
My approach is collaborative, practical, and rooted in evidence-based care. I bring humor, clarity, and a no-nonsense style to counseling, believing that treatment should make sense and feel useful. You won't get psychobabble or a 47-slide PowerPoint presentation, just honest conversations, thoughtful listening, and tools that work. My clinical toolbox includes CBT, Parent Management Training, Exposure & Response Prevention, and other proven approaches tailored to each person's needs.
Counseling with me starts with a thorough assessment to understand what's been getting in your way. From there, we'll work together to set goals that reflect your values and priorities. Counseling typically moves through three phases: 1) building a strong therapeutic relationship, 2) doing the deep work of change, and 3) maintaining progress and preparing for graduation, because counseling should be a launchpad, not a lifelong subscription.
I'm James "Derek" Slover, LPC-S (but just call me Derek), and I've been practicing counseling since 2006. I've worked in a wide range of settings, including community clinics, hospitals, and telehealth, and I now help teens, parents, and adults navigate the challenges of anxiety, mood disorders, behavior issues, and more.
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Education and training
- UNIVERSITY OF MARY HARDIN- BAYLOR