Arthur Hastings, LMHC

Experienced Indiana LMHC for trauma and anxiety care

Trauma focused support
Anxiety and depression help
LGBTQ affirming care

About Arthur Hastings

Arthur Hastings, LMHC, has spent more than four decades dedicated to the counseling profession. He entered the mental health field at age 18 on a psychiatric unit at a VA hospital in Indiana and soon after joined a local community mental health center, where he worked for the next 40 years. After retiring from that long-term role in 2018, he continued in private practice and remains energized by the work of therapy and the opportunity to support people through life challenges.

He brings extensive experience with concerns such as trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ-related issues, and he especially welcomes individuals seeking help for trauma and anxiety disorders. Since the pandemic began, he has also provided telehealth services from home and from his private practice office, allowing clients to access care in a way that fits their lives. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), he values the counseling relationship and looks forward to connecting with new clients and beginning the work together.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Arthur Hastings have?

Arthur Hastings has 46 years of experience in the counseling field.

Is Arthur Hastings a licensed therapist?

Yes. Arthur Hastings is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor). His license is listed as IN LMHC 39000573A.

In which languages does Arthur Hastings provide therapy?

Arthur Hastings provides therapy in English.

Where is Arthur Hastings located?

Arthur Hastings is located in Indiana.

How can I work with Arthur Hastings as my therapist?

You can work with Arthur Hastings through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This makes it possible to choose a format that fits your schedule, comfort level, and communication style.

Does Arthur Hastings work with international clients?

No. Arthur Hastings does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Arthur Hastings 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 to help 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.

Therapy Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Arthur Hastings draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can work effectively in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, then practicing new skills to respond differently. It is often helpful for concerns like anxiety, low mood, stress, and day-to-day coping challenges.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes building psychological flexibility. Rather than getting stuck in a fight with difficult thoughts or emotions, ACT helps clients clarify what matters most and take values-based steps forward, which can be useful when life feels overwhelming or when worries keep taking up mental space.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and ongoing relationships shape current needs for closeness, trust, and safety with others. It can be a supportive fit for relationship strain, family dynamics, and the impact of past experiences on present connections.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Arthur Hastings works collaboratively with clients to understand goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, then adjusts the focus over time as needs become clearer.

Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Clients can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into a busy schedule and access care from wherever they are in Indiana.

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