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Dr. Hilary DeShong

Calm, practical support for life transitions

MS Psychologist 59 1033 Mississippi

Experience
12 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Hilary

Dr. Hilary DeShong offers supportive, experienced care for people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, sleep problems, and challenges related to career and life transitions.

Background and approach

She also addresses concerns such as compassion fatigue, social anxiety and phobia, panic attacks, self-esteem and self-love, LGBT issues, and the effects of chronic pain, illness, or disability. With attention to communication problems, workplace issues, money and financial stress, isolation, and young adult concerns, her work spans a wide range of everyday and complex life struggles.

Her style blends practical techniques with a warm, person-focused stance. Drawing on methods that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, and client-centered principles, she aims to tailor interventions to each person’s needs.

Dr. DeShong has twelve years of professional experience and holds the credential MS Psychologist 59 1033.

Based in Mississippi, she emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and skill-building so clients can manage symptoms, improve relationships, and pursue meaningful change at a pace that fits their life.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Dr. DeShong commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her online work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep concerns. ACT emphasizes values-based action and acceptance of difficult emotions, which can help when navigating grief, life transitions, chronic illness, or persistent stress.

Deciding on the right approach is a collaborative process. She works with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities, and then adapts methods so they fit the individual's needs and pace. This collaborative tailoring allows clients to try strategies and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, or health constraints, and they support ongoing skill practice between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of issues does Dr. Hilary DeShong help with?
She works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, sleep difficulties, career and life transitions, and a range of related issues like social anxiety, panic attacks, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach and style?
Her approach is compassionate and person-centered, using collaborative goal-setting and practical strategies to help clients build skills and make meaningful changes.
What is her professional background and experience?
She brings twelve years of clinical experience to her practice and focuses on supporting people through both everyday stressors and more complex life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
The listed credential is MS Psychologist 59 1033 and she practices in Mississippi.
Which languages are available and does she work with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does she offer for online work?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Mississippi

Languages

English