Wesley Hirst, LPC
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and relationships
- Family and parenting
About Wesley Hirst
Wesley holds a Master’s degree in Psychology and is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. His training includes extensive work in trauma, substance use disorders, marriage counseling, mindfulness practices, and adolescent behavior concerns. He applies that training to help people manage stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, depression, addictions, parenting challenges, sleep and eating difficulties, and other life transitions.
Having been a son, brother, husband, father, employee, employer, and friend, he brings both professional skills and personal life experience to his work. He aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where trust and understanding are central. In his free time he enjoys camping, backpacking, music, biking, and photography, and he is an animal lover who appreciates the frequent visits from wildlife. Wesley looks forward to learning each person’s goals and working together toward practical, sustainable changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Wesley Hirst have?
Wesley Hirst has 25 years of clinical experience.
Is Wesley Hirst a licensed therapist?
Yes. Wesley Hirst holds the LPC credential, which means Licensed Professional Counselor. His license is listed as MO LPC 000440.
In which languages does Wesley Hirst provide therapy?
Wesley Hirst provides therapy in English.
Where is Wesley Hirst located?
Wesley Hirst is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Wesley Hirst as my therapist?
You can work with Wesley Hirst through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Wesley Hirst work with international clients?
Wesley Hirst does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Wesley Hirst cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Applying ACT, CBT, and DBT in online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and develop willingness to face difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action toward what matters most. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building, making it effective for anxiety, depression, panic, and insomnia. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, combines acceptance and change strategies with skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflict, and impulse-related concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Wesley Hirst works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then adapts methods so the plan fits the individual rather than forcing a single technique.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, and daily life and to continue care when travel or other demands arise. Licensed professionals can deliver many of the same evidence-informed techniques online, supporting steady progress while accommodating each person’s routine and comfort.