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Dr. Hilary DeShong, MS Psychologist 59 1033
Mississippi
MS Psychologist - Anxiety and Life Changes
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Skills for panic
About Hilary
Dr. Hilary DeShong is an MS Psychologist with 12 years of experience practicing in Mississippi. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, career questions, grief, sleep problems, and compassion fatigue. She also supports clients facing chronic pain, illness, or disability and those managing life changes and workplace issues.
She uses practical, skill-based methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions focus on clearer communication, managing panic and social anxiety, and developing routines that support better sleep and daily functioning. Her work often includes short behavioral experiments and skill practice between sessions.
Dr. DeShong combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with acceptance-based and mindfulness practices. She uses elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance when needed. Client-Centered Therapy principles guide the pace and focus of sessions so each person sets goals that matter to them.
People can expect a straightforward approach that breaks problems down into manageable steps. She emphasizes practical tools for coping with loneliness, impulsivity, money worries, and the stresses of young adulthood. Therapy often includes skill rehearsal and review of what works in day-to-day life.
Her background includes a focus on communication problems, divorce and separation, and workplace conflict. Dr. DeShong aims to help clients move from feeling stuck toward clearer decisions and steadier functioning.
How her approaches translate to online work
Dr. DeShong commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her practice. CBT focuses on noticing thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve sleep. ACT emphasizes accepting difficult feelings while clarifying values and taking committed steps toward goals.She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy ideas to keep sessions focused on each person’s priorities. The therapist and client work together to choose which methods fit best based on the client’s goals, needs, and preferences. Deciding on an approach is part of the early sessions and can change as progress is made.
Specific session formats are not listed here, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and let clients practice skills in their normal routines. It also allows flexibility for shorter check-ins or regular full sessions depending on what helps most.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does she commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, self-esteem, grief, sleep issues, and career or workplace concerns.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of responding. Sessions include exercises and practice to change habits that cause distress.
What is her clinical experience?
She has 12 years of experience working with adults on issues like panic attacks, social anxiety, chronic illness, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an MS Psychologist and practices in Mississippi.
Which languages does she offer sessions in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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