I'm so glad you are allowing me to be a part of the counseling process with you. Those letters behind my name mean that I have earned a master's degree in professional counseling from Liberty University and that I'm licensed to provide counseling services in the state of Mississippi. I am also certified to provide supervision to young counselors entering the counseling field. Lastly, I am certified to provide counseling services through electronic means. I have 11 years experience in the counseling field. I work in a community mental health setting (outpatient) where I've served individuals from the age of three up to retirement age.
My approach to therapy is eclectic, person-centered, and solution-focused. I believe you are the expert of your own life. I'm just here to help guide you in a direction that will lead you to the best quality of life possible. I pull from various approaches to tailor treatment specifically for you. Approaches include cognitive behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, family systems, etc. I value your role in working with me as a team, through connections to obtain the best quality of life possible.
I have experience in providing eye movement desensitization and reprocessing techniques (EMDR), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), stress reduction, family conflict management, as well as depression and anxiety symptom reduction! I am dedicated to making the therapeutic process a positive experience as we work together to help you meet your goals. I offer messaging, live chat and phone sessions. Please note that what you see in my calendar may not reflect my only availability so you always want to check in with me via messaging.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MS LPC 1625
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Theresa is one of the best therapists I've ever had. She listens, offers so much encouragement, advice, and wisdom. Mississippi is lucky to have her.
Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Theresa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, com
Theresa is kind and helpful! She always answers in a timely manner and checks in on me when I am not communicating on a regular basis. I really appreciate her and her honesty and care.
Written on May 22, 2021 after therapy with Theresa for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Theresa has already taken a lot of time to read through my extremely lengthy journals to try and cut to the heart of where I am at in my therapeutic process and where I need to go. I look forward to continuing to work with her.
Written on Mar 09, 2021 after therapy with Theresa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with
Theresa is hands down the BEST therapist I have EVER had. She’s so kind and attentive. I can tell beyond a shadow of a doubt she really does care for me and is here to help.
Written on Dec 02, 2020 after therapy with Theresa for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
LOVE her! She completely gets me and knows exactly what to say. She knows how to encourage me in just the right way. So glad she’s my counselor
Written on Oct 01, 2020 after therapy with Theresa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Theresa is very helpful and a great therapist to talk to. She’s very on point and understanding of my needs. I wish I had found her sooner.
Written on Sep 14, 2020 after therapy with Theresa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes