Dr. David Manning, Lpc
About Dr. David Manning, Lpc
Dr. David Manning is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience in crisis situations and chronic mental illness. He has worked in various educational and clinical settings and authored a dissertation on affection in male relationships.
Work at Headway
Dr. David Manning has been employed at Headway as a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2021. In this role, he provides counseling services to clients, utilizing his extensive background in psychology and crisis intervention. His experience in diverse populations enhances his ability to address various mental health challenges effectively.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Manning holds multiple degrees in psychology and counseling. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Texas Southern University. He furthered his education at Walden University, where he achieved a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. His academic background equips him with a solid foundation in mental health practices and theories.
Background
Dr. Manning has a diverse professional background in mental health counseling. He worked at the Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Interim Director. Additionally, he served as a District Crisis Counselor for International Leadership of Texas and as an AVID Counselor for Houston ISD. His roles have involved addressing crisis situations and chronic mental illness.
Teaching Experience
Dr. Manning has experience in academia, having served as an Adjunct Professor at Houston Community College from 2017 to 2021. He taught courses on ethics, theory, interventions, and practicum in a master's counseling program. Currently, he is a College Adjunct Professor at Yorkville University, where he continues to educate future professionals in the field.
Research Contributions
Dr. Manning authored a dissertation focusing on the expressions of affection between Black men in platonic male-to-male relationships. His research emphasizes the importance of awareness among Black men regarding their expressions of affection, which can lead to favorable outcomes in their relationships. He invites collaboration for follow-up studies on related topics.