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"To be nobody but yourself in a world which is doing its best...to make you everybody else, means to fight the hardest battle any human being can fight, and never stop fighting." -E.E.Cummings. My greatest desire is to see you become your truest self in the middle of your most challenging circumstances and most difficult relationships. Allow me the privilege of entering into your story alongside of you, walking with you on this path of discovery.

Dr. Hampton has over 30 years of experience in mental health care, Dr. Hampton is a National Board Certified Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Approved Clinical Supervisor, and Board Qualified Supervisor who has worked with diverse populations including children, adolescents, and adults. Predominantly through the use of Person Centered and Cognitive Behavioral treatment techniques, Dr. Hampton has experience with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Substance Related Addictive Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, and other adjustment and stress related difficulties.

My goal as a mental health therapist is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for my clients. I believe that trust and open communication are essential for a successful therapeutic relationship. I strive to create an atmosphere of understanding and respect where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings. I value the importance of confidentiality and strive to provide my clients with a sense of safety and security as they explore their innermost thoughts and feelings. My commitment to my clients is to be compassionate, honest, and supportive while providing them with the necessary tools.

Is depression or anxiety getting the best of you? Do you need someone to talk to and someone to listen? Are you ready to make some changes in your life? If so, thanks for making the first step. I am an experienced, loving, caring, empathic counselor who is willing to help you on your journey to living your best life.

You don't understand why your faith is not working for you. You are a Christian but yet you struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship problems and just getting through life. You feel guilty and ashamed that prayer and turning things over to God hasn't worked for you. Maybe you have been deeply hurt by others and can't seem to get past it. Or maybe things from your childhood are coming back to haunt you and you can't seem to find God in all of it. It doesn't make sense. You are just existing, going through the motions.

My goal as Licensed Professional Counselor is to help my clients navigate life's journey by examining their behavioral patterns, thinking processes, as well as their psychosocial factors to work towards a life of balance, stability, and happiness. I believe that the counseling process is person-centered to each client based on their needs, desires, and goals. I believe the therapeutic relationship requires the client to actively participate to the best of their abilities by striving to implement skills and strategies acquired during sessions in their daily lives as well as to be honest about their concerns and increased symptoms.

I believe in helping individuals discover their own strengths and truths about themselves in order to address any issues they are experiencing. Everyone has a desire to be loved and accepted as well as a need to discover their own purpose in life. This discovery often promotes motivation and goal setting to assist with growing deeper within oneself and relationally with others. I love to see clients set goals and then work to achieve them. There is such a feeling of accomplishment for a person when they finally carry out what they have been working towards.

Do you feel weighed down by the burdens you carry daily? Do anxious thoughts course through your mind throughout the day? Perhaps you have memories from the past that continually cripple your ability to live a normal life. You might even be a parent of a child who is experiencing difficulties in school, and you just don’t know where to start. Under the clinical supervision of psychologist and clinical director, Dr. Patricia Wright, our Meridian staff will work with you in meeting your own goals to mentally thrive.

I treat individuals with chemical addictions (alcohol, drugs, and prescription medications) as well as those with sexually compulsive behaviors. I also treat individuals with depression and anxiety and other mood disorders. Boundary issues at home and work as well as trauma resolution and anger management are specialties.

Providing a safe space to share difficult life situations is a priority. It is important to feel heard and I am open to listening as well as providing tools that may assist in the journey.

Keeping up with the demands of life can be challenging and may seem simpler to put on a happy face and act as if everything is OK. Today you can take one step toward your healing process! You can expect a therapist who is passionate about empowering others to discover the strengths of their inner world and learn to live life to its fullest. My approach to therapy is client-centered and solution-focused. While working with me, you can expect understanding, support, and non-judgment space to grow, gain insight, develop coping strategies, and foster healthy relationships.

Life is not perfect, but there are times when it is filled with too many hurts, disappointments, and setbacks. This could lead to stress, depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem. Trying to cope with these emotions on your own without support is challenging.

Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you tormented by the anxiety you feel and the thoughts that won’t stop? There is hope for peace and rest. There is hope for controlling your thoughts instead of them controlling you.

Do you feel like no one understands you? Are you feeling helpless? Do you need someone to listen to you? Someone who understands and can talk to you when you need it most! Hey I am here and I am listening! I provide in-home counseling, that means I come to you. You will not have to sit in an office waiting to be seen. No more worrying about who will see you at a counselor’s office. I am devoted to keep your treatment needs strictly confidential. I am here for all your mental health or private counseling needs. “Talk 2 Me!” Just call and make an appointment with me today.

Are you feeling isolated by the very walls you built for protection? If so, you are not alone, and I am glad you are here. Past hurts can leave us feeling inadequate, questioning our self-worth, and struggling to develop meaningful relationships. Whether you are seeking healing or personal growth, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space to collaboratively work towards your goals. Those who work with me find themselves increasing their ability to communicate their needs in relationships, feel more empowered, recognize they are valued and worthy, and better understand and respond to their emotions.

With so many challenges facing us today, it can be overwhelming, even downright frightening, attempting to manage our emotions or life’s challenges – often both. Working through adversity helps us to discover who we are authentically and places us on a path of understanding and growth. The path can seem lonely and confusing, but I am here to assist. My ideal client is someone who has made a commitment to themselves to face their uniqueness, their circumstances, and their challenges with a new perspective. (New clients outside Central MS by virtual appointment only).