Expressive Arts Therapists in Indianola, MS

As a mother myself and having worked through challenges with my own children, I am uniquely equipped to help your family maneuver these hurdles. I will ensure a safe space and supportive outlook as you work to achieve your goals and create lasting change. Whether you are experiencing parenting challenges, anxiety (including childhood anxiety), or behavioral concerns, with you as the expert on your life experiences I am confident that we can work together to build a toolbox of coping skills to help you navigate current stressors. My job as your therapist is to walk beside you in whatever phase of the journey you are in.

Chances are you're struggling to understand some area of your life, feeling stuck, hoping for new possibilities and outcomes. Maybe now is the time to reevaluate what you really want out of life and to make some changes. Perhaps the situation that has you most frustrated is providing you with an opportunity to look deep within yourself at the person you most fully want to be. I believe therapy is a partnership in which my responsibility is to provide you a safe, nonjudgmental and supportive space where you can bring whatever issues you wish to explore.

My goal is to walk alongside you as move toward positive change and growth in your life. Whether you are battling depression or anxiety, are in the midst of a difficult relationship, or are adjusting to difficult circumstances, you can feel at ease with me. I am nonjudgmental and find it a privilege to join you in your journey as you set goals and process the issue at hand. My office is private and aesthetically warm and comfortable, a place where you can feel safe and unconditionally accepted.

I specialize in treating women going through challenging life transitions. Are you having difficulty in your marriage or relationship? Are you separated or going through a divorce & feeling sad & alone? Do you need support navigating work or school issues? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Are you seeking meaning and direction in life? Are you older, bored & desire more joy in your life? Do you have concerns about your children, grandchildren or parents? Do you want to learn skills for coping & build self-esteem, gain more control over negative emotions, be confident, happier, & more resilient when facing future obstacles?

I provide a integrative & creative counseling approach to therapy which creates a space for clients to feel encouraged, gain insight and self discovery. Sometimes life can take us through tough times which I like to call a life transition period. Whether it is in your career, relationships, or self perception(ie. body-image). Life's transitions or hang ups may cause anxiety, shame, peer pressure, & sadness. I give client's the tools to feel empowered & encouraged to welcome change, strive to overcome self doubt/insecurities, and feelings of not being accepted by friends, family, and/or co-workers.

Are you tired of feeling stuck and hopeless? Are you feeling lost and confused? Has the satisfaction and joy evaporated from your life? Does something in your life need to change and you are feeling helpless?

My goal as a therapist is to help my clients find their own voice by providing a safe environment for them to be seen and heard. I am able to best serve clients who are going through a transitional stage of life. I have diverse experiences in working with college students, varies traumas, relationship distress, addiction, autistic/ADHD adults, and special needs parents. I have completed two out of the five trainings to become a certified trauma therapist under Judy Crane.

A licensed, private, freestanding psychiatric intensive treatment program for highly functional adults, adolescents and children suffering from mental disorders, resulting in psychosocial, work, or school impairments.

I’m a firm believer that the key to being the best version of ourselves requires self-reflection and vulnerability. My compassion and empathy for others allows me to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients in order to create a strong therapeutic relationship. As a therapist, I have experience with various populations and diagnoses such a dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, adjustment, grief, emotional and behavioral issues. My experience has also grown over the years from working in inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as the healthcare system.

My goal is to treat individuals using a holistic approach and focus to restore the well-being of individuals to their best function while creating happy and healthier lives. I feel that with the right therapeutic guidance and support, every individual has the ability to improve their quality of life.

I work with individuals, couples, families, and mental health. I have considerable experience in helping people work through relationship issues. I am certified as a Prepare and Enrich facilitator for engaged and married couples, parents and blended families as well as SYMBIS certified for premarital. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor by the State of MS, a National Board Certified Counselor, a National Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, as well as a Board-certified Telemental Health provider. I have worked with those struggling with anxiety, depression, marital and family concerns, age issues, and career decisions.

I am dedicated to helping others find inner peace, authenticity, and true meaning in life. As such, it is my primary objective to help my clients find purpose, passion, and self-generated fulfillment. I am deeply committed to helping my clients create the life they have always dreamed of by working towards meaningful goals and lasting change. We can live the life we have always envisioned once we expand our awareness and invest in our own personal growth.

As each person brings a wealth of experiences, contexts, biology, and neurology, much of our work will be shaped by individualized needs. My base practice incorporates using a wellness orientation, person-centered focus, experiential work, and creativity in counseling.

Helping people work through problems is my goal. Helping you process problems, finding coping skills, teaching how to better communicate to enhance relationships, or help someone through the grieving process or talk about childhood abuse is a big part of my focus but the biggest focus is on you and your needs. Life is stressful and I’m here to listen and support. My career started 32 years ago and I absolutely love what I do so reach out and let me help you make life happier, feel supported and know that there is someone on your side.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified EMDR clinician with 30 years of experience who specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing difficulties related to trauma, negative life events, marital issues, addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

Is your child struggling at home or school? Having anger outbursts, defiant behaviors or big emotional shifts? Need help navigating family conflict & transitions? Sometimes life can get messy & we all need help to get through the chaos! I am here to work with your child (ages 3-19) & your family to sort through the struggles that may be going on in your lives. Together we can work through these struggles with individual child sessions with prescriptive interventions & coping skills, family therapy, and/or Play Therapy, as well as parent-only sessions to make sure we are moving forward together! No problem is too big or too small!

I am an empathetic and compassionate person, who provides a safe, non-judgmental, and trusting therapeutic environment to help individuals thrive. Through providing a person-centered therapeutic approach, I help guide individuals to explore stressors and identifying strengths within themselves to change their perceptions and use more positive coping skills. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults, offering individual and family therapy. I enjoy using creative techniques. such as play and art to help younger children express feelings and find new ways of approaching challenges.