Therapists in 39047
I have a heart to support individuals with the many challenges and struggles we face in life. I provide a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. It is my goal to empower clients with the skills to live a life filled with hope, healing, and peace. I would be honored to walk with you through this chapter of your life story.
I have a heart to support individuals with the many challenges and struggles we face in life. I provide a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and valued. It is my goal to empower clients with the skills to live a life filled with hope, healing, and peace. I would be honored to walk with you through this chapter of your life story.
Kevin Armstrong provides professional counseling in Starkville on Tuesday-Thursday as well as Jackson area on Mondays (Fridays are flex days and available for telehealth). Kevin received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and his Masters of Arts in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Kevin is dedicated to providing the highest standard of professional service while remaining respectful, nonjudgmental, and is well equipped to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, marriage and family problems, addiction, parenting difficulties, and more.
Kevin Armstrong provides professional counseling in Starkville on Tuesday-Thursday as well as Jackson area on Mondays (Fridays are flex days and available for telehealth). Kevin received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and his Masters of Arts in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Kevin is dedicated to providing the highest standard of professional service while remaining respectful, nonjudgmental, and is well equipped to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, marriage and family problems, addiction, parenting difficulties, and more.
I offer specialized trauma-informed modalities (brain-spotting, experiential and somatic work) that target specific areas of the brain in order to support holistic and long-term healing from trauma. I also offer half-day (3-4 hour) and full day (5-6 hour) trauma intensives for clients seeking more intensive, trauma-focused work. All of my work is trauma-informed and client-centered.
I offer specialized trauma-informed modalities (brain-spotting, experiential and somatic work) that target specific areas of the brain in order to support holistic and long-term healing from trauma. I also offer half-day (3-4 hour) and full day (5-6 hour) trauma intensives for clients seeking more intensive, trauma-focused work. All of my work is trauma-informed and client-centered.
Sometimes we find ourselves facing difficulties that we alone cannot comprehend, manage, or sustain. Perhaps these are the reasons you are seeking out therapy. I enjoy walking alongside clients who are seeking a change. Sometimes the changes are little tweaks while others are a completely new way of living. Often, we have the skills necessary to live the lives we want to live: other times we need to learn ways of coping that are no longer functioning. I would be honored help you work towards the person you’re proud of and have always wanted to become.
Sometimes we find ourselves facing difficulties that we alone cannot comprehend, manage, or sustain. Perhaps these are the reasons you are seeking out therapy. I enjoy walking alongside clients who are seeking a change. Sometimes the changes are little tweaks while others are a completely new way of living. Often, we have the skills necessary to live the lives we want to live: other times we need to learn ways of coping that are no longer functioning. I would be honored help you work towards the person you’re proud of and have always wanted to become.
I am Wanda Thomas, a highly skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) committed to delivering individualized care tailored to each client's specific needs. My expertise lies in working with individuals, families, and couples, specializing in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, I have extensive experience in addressing ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and family conflict. I truly believe in working alongside you to unleash your inner strengths. We all have unique abilities, and I'm dedicated to helping you unlock your full potential.
I am Wanda Thomas, a highly skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) committed to delivering individualized care tailored to each client's specific needs. My expertise lies in working with individuals, families, and couples, specializing in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, I have extensive experience in addressing ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and family conflict. I truly believe in working alongside you to unleash your inner strengths. We all have unique abilities, and I'm dedicated to helping you unlock your full potential.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, John counsels individuals, couples and families in a variety of areas. Having been a senior pastor for over 20 years molded John to understand the various issues people encounter in life. His desire to equip individuals facing these life challenges was his motivation to obtain further education specifically in counseling. John is passionate about empowering couples at every stage of their relationship. He seeks to help create and maintain greater love and health in relations
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, John counsels individuals, couples and families in a variety of areas. Having been a senior pastor for over 20 years molded John to understand the various issues people encounter in life. His desire to equip individuals facing these life challenges was his motivation to obtain further education specifically in counseling. John is passionate about empowering couples at every stage of their relationship. He seeks to help create and maintain greater love and health in relations
God has given me a heart full of compassion and a strong desire to help others with the many struggles and challenges we face on life’s journey. My goal as a counselor is to always empower my clients in a safe and supportive environment using biblical principles and psychological truths. I am strength-based and solution-focused, and I view the counselor/client relationship as a collaborative effort. My desire is for my clients to gain insight and to move towards healing and positive change so they can live joyful and fulfilling lives.
God has given me a heart full of compassion and a strong desire to help others with the many struggles and challenges we face on life’s journey. My goal as a counselor is to always empower my clients in a safe and supportive environment using biblical principles and psychological truths. I am strength-based and solution-focused, and I view the counselor/client relationship as a collaborative effort. My desire is for my clients to gain insight and to move towards healing and positive change so they can live joyful and fulfilling lives.
I am a Blue Cross Blue Shield provider. My heart in counseling is to know, understand, and accept you, meet you right where you are, walk alongside you in truth, all in order to lead you to sanctifying healing, growth, and change. I consider it a privilege to sit with you as you share your life with me.
I am a Blue Cross Blue Shield provider. My heart in counseling is to know, understand, and accept you, meet you right where you are, walk alongside you in truth, all in order to lead you to sanctifying healing, growth, and change. I consider it a privilege to sit with you as you share your life with me.
I am committed to a holistic and integrated approach. This includes being sensitive to how lifestyle choices, medical conditions, and personal values impact how you live in the world. My approach to therapy is client driven and often "two heads are better than one" when seeking solutions to problems. In life things can unexpectedly occur, or life can become stressful. Are you struggling to manage anxiety? Do you feel sad and depressed and you not sure why? Do you need emotional support or advice navigating life? I am here to listen and offer objective feedback and advice.
I am committed to a holistic and integrated approach. This includes being sensitive to how lifestyle choices, medical conditions, and personal values impact how you live in the world. My approach to therapy is client driven and often "two heads are better than one" when seeking solutions to problems. In life things can unexpectedly occur, or life can become stressful. Are you struggling to manage anxiety? Do you feel sad and depressed and you not sure why? Do you need emotional support or advice navigating life? I am here to listen and offer objective feedback and advice.
At Advanced Psychotherapy Center, I offer individual and family therapy with children and adults. I deal with parent-child relationships, custody issues, and children and adults effected by divorce. I specialize in children and adults who have experienced trauma in early childhood. I also specialize in children who have been sexually and/or emotionally abused. I have delivered workshops on the topics listed above and testified in over 500 court hearing as an expert witness in children and adult disorders.
At Advanced Psychotherapy Center, I offer individual and family therapy with children and adults. I deal with parent-child relationships, custody issues, and children and adults effected by divorce. I specialize in children and adults who have experienced trauma in early childhood. I also specialize in children who have been sexually and/or emotionally abused. I have delivered workshops on the topics listed above and testified in over 500 court hearing as an expert witness in children and adult disorders.
There are challenges in everyone’s life that can seem daunting. At such times, an experienced guide to assist us in identifying the thoughts and feelings associated with our current difficulties can be beneficial. We all have within us the capacity to be our best selves and live fulfilling lives. We carry with us our unique combination of genetics, upbringing, and life experiences which impact our interactions with ourselves and others. While employing efforts to get our needs met, attain happiness, and create satisfying connections with others, we may find ourselves engaging in ineffective and counterproductive behaviors.
There are challenges in everyone’s life that can seem daunting. At such times, an experienced guide to assist us in identifying the thoughts and feelings associated with our current difficulties can be beneficial. We all have within us the capacity to be our best selves and live fulfilling lives. We carry with us our unique combination of genetics, upbringing, and life experiences which impact our interactions with ourselves and others. While employing efforts to get our needs met, attain happiness, and create satisfying connections with others, we may find ourselves engaging in ineffective and counterproductive behaviors.
I bring with me over 35 years experience in various modalities of Behavioral Health from Education to Early Intervention to Inpatient Treatment. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, since 2023, I am able to call upon my experience to address many aspects of mental health concerns a client may be facing. I enjoy the personal interaction of face to face therapy and building a strong working relationship in order to improve and strengthen a client's well-being.
I bring with me over 35 years experience in various modalities of Behavioral Health from Education to Early Intervention to Inpatient Treatment. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, since 2023, I am able to call upon my experience to address many aspects of mental health concerns a client may be facing. I enjoy the personal interaction of face to face therapy and building a strong working relationship in order to improve and strengthen a client's well-being.
Russell W Schulte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFTC, LPC, CSASI, C-IFS , BC-TMH
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
As a Sexual Addiction Specialist (C-SASI), Russ works with male clients battling sexual addiction, problem behaviors with pornography, and recovering from affairs. This work has included the spouses of these men as well. Russ also works with those dealing with depression and anxiety, adolescents and their families, couples/marriage counseling, individuals dealing with shame and past trauma, and men presenting with unwanted same sex attraction.
As a Sexual Addiction Specialist (C-SASI), Russ works with male clients battling sexual addiction, problem behaviors with pornography, and recovering from affairs. This work has included the spouses of these men as well. Russ also works with those dealing with depression and anxiety, adolescents and their families, couples/marriage counseling, individuals dealing with shame and past trauma, and men presenting with unwanted same sex attraction.
If you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or relationship challenges, you've come to the right place. I'm Angela Childress, LCSW, and I specialize in helping adults and seniors work through life's most difficult seasons - including loss, PTSD, panic, cultural stressors, and substance use. With fifteen years of experience, my practice is a space where you are seen, affirmed, and never judged. Whether you're carrying old wounds or facing something new, I meet you exactly where you are.
If you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or relationship challenges, you've come to the right place. I'm Angela Childress, LCSW, and I specialize in helping adults and seniors work through life's most difficult seasons - including loss, PTSD, panic, cultural stressors, and substance use. With fifteen years of experience, my practice is a space where you are seen, affirmed, and never judged. Whether you're carrying old wounds or facing something new, I meet you exactly where you are.
Dr. Kristy Laster
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, NCSC
Brandon, MS 39047
Not accepting new clients
Life happens, and when it does it may seem that things are out of control and just aren’t getting better. Sometimes trials of life happen all at once, and at other times it seems like they build up over time causing you to feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. Life’s trials can cause you to go into survival mode where you struggle to make it from day to day and week to week. Does this sound familiar? Do you need support in resolving your current concerns to restore your life to a better state and a more balanced way of living?
Life happens, and when it does it may seem that things are out of control and just aren’t getting better. Sometimes trials of life happen all at once, and at other times it seems like they build up over time causing you to feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. Life’s trials can cause you to go into survival mode where you struggle to make it from day to day and week to week. Does this sound familiar? Do you need support in resolving your current concerns to restore your life to a better state and a more balanced way of living?
Clear Leaf Therapy (MS)
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, MHSP, BC-TMH
4 Endorsed
Online Only
We work to expand mental health service options in the Deep South for marginalized folks by cultivating spaces honoring personal truth & experiences. We provide equitable services tailored to unique needs & circumstances. Our values & ethics are rooted in feminist principles, sex & body positivity, & trauma-focus. We believe therapy is a mutual process where we all learn & grow together. Our clinicians are affirming of experiences & worldviews shaped by race, LGBTQ+ identity, & disability in society. We routinely treat depression & anxiety, grief, neurodivergence, chronic illness, relationships, family issues, & addiction.
We work to expand mental health service options in the Deep South for marginalized folks by cultivating spaces honoring personal truth & experiences. We provide equitable services tailored to unique needs & circumstances. Our values & ethics are rooted in feminist principles, sex & body positivity, & trauma-focus. We believe therapy is a mutual process where we all learn & grow together. Our clinicians are affirming of experiences & worldviews shaped by race, LGBTQ+ identity, & disability in society. We routinely treat depression & anxiety, grief, neurodivergence, chronic illness, relationships, family issues, & addiction.
Hey! I'm Angela Allen, LCSW, who is passionate about supporting all of my clients through challenges to experience healing and growth to live their best lives. I have 5 years of experience in treating diverse clients with compassion and empathy, while fostering positive change in individuals and communities. I provide a safe environment for open communication and expression.
Hey! I'm Angela Allen, LCSW, who is passionate about supporting all of my clients through challenges to experience healing and growth to live their best lives. I have 5 years of experience in treating diverse clients with compassion and empathy, while fostering positive change in individuals and communities. I provide a safe environment for open communication and expression.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC). I am licensed in both Mississippi and North Carolina. I received my Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi College in 2018. The expansion of telehealth services allows me to work with clients living in MS and NC. I have past experience leading a support group in a faith-based setting and as a counselor for adults at an inpatient mental health facility.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC). I am licensed in both Mississippi and North Carolina. I received my Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi College in 2018. The expansion of telehealth services allows me to work with clients living in MS and NC. I have past experience leading a support group in a faith-based setting and as a counselor for adults at an inpatient mental health facility.
I am a pre-licensed clinician focused in providing compassionate and affirming care to my clients. I specialize in working in LGBTQ+ clients, as well as those managing anxiety and depression. I strive to create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel seen, heard, and respected. This is your space to ask for and create the care you need. I am a sex positive and ENM/poly friendly therapist.
I am a pre-licensed clinician focused in providing compassionate and affirming care to my clients. I specialize in working in LGBTQ+ clients, as well as those managing anxiety and depression. I strive to create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel seen, heard, and respected. This is your space to ask for and create the care you need. I am a sex positive and ENM/poly friendly therapist.
Strong on the outside, but struggling on the inside? We've all been there and I'm here to tell you that you don't have to do it alone. I help high-functioning adults who feel weighed down by anxiety, trauma, and perfectionism. My approach combines EMDR, IFS, and restorative practices to create space for deep, lasting change. Together, we’ll gently explore the roots of your struggles, release old burdens, and move toward healing that allows you to live with greater freedom, authenticity, and peace.
Strong on the outside, but struggling on the inside? We've all been there and I'm here to tell you that you don't have to do it alone. I help high-functioning adults who feel weighed down by anxiety, trauma, and perfectionism. My approach combines EMDR, IFS, and restorative practices to create space for deep, lasting change. Together, we’ll gently explore the roots of your struggles, release old burdens, and move toward healing that allows you to live with greater freedom, authenticity, and peace.
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Number of Therapists in 39047
60+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 39047 who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Social Anxiety |
| 91% | Health Anxiety |
| 91% | Driving Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 75% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 75% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 86% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 75% | Aetna |
| 61% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 39047 see their clients
| 84% | In Person and Online | |
| 16% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 77% | Female | |
| 23% | Male |

