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Kenneth R Schneider
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 286-1624 View (601) 286-1624

Online Therapists

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Dr. Phillip M Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Jackson, MS 39202
Dr. Johnson's focus is on finding specialized skills that fit each client's unique needs and experiences without bias towards identity, belief, or diagnosis. From enhancing your ability to effectively tackle life's stressors to dealing with serious mental health issues, he aims to provide evidence-based support for all who seek it. Informed by a cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach, Dr. Johnson implements advanced training in neuropsychological assessment and trauma-informed approaches to PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addiction to provide evidence-based, culturally-informed solutions to patients with a variety of needs.
Dr. Johnson's focus is on finding specialized skills that fit each client's unique needs and experiences without bias towards identity, belief, or diagnosis. From enhancing your ability to effectively tackle life's stressors to dealing with serious mental health issues, he aims to provide evidence-based support for all who seek it. Informed by a cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach, Dr. Johnson implements advanced training in neuropsychological assessment and trauma-informed approaches to PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addiction to provide evidence-based, culturally-informed solutions to patients with a variety of needs.
(601) 675-5701 View (601) 675-5701
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Healing Minds Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Clinton, MS 39056  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, or major life changes? Or maybe have a difficult time managing oppositional behaviors displayed by your child or adolescent. There comes a time in our life when we need help from a certified professional to assist in coping with many of life’s challenges. Healing Minds Counseling Center is here to provide quality mental health services to the community in an effort to help clients live to their full potential by teaching coping skills and offering professional guidance in a compassionate and empathetic environment through the use of evidence-based therapy.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, or major life changes? Or maybe have a difficult time managing oppositional behaviors displayed by your child or adolescent. There comes a time in our life when we need help from a certified professional to assist in coping with many of life’s challenges. Healing Minds Counseling Center is here to provide quality mental health services to the community in an effort to help clients live to their full potential by teaching coping skills and offering professional guidance in a compassionate and empathetic environment through the use of evidence-based therapy.
(601) 460-0376 View (601) 460-0376
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Ted G Bennett
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jackson, MS 39202
Dr. Bennett is a clinical neuropsychologist with over twenty years of experience in assessing a broad variety of neuropsychological and mental health issues. He specializes in assessing dementia and other neurocognitive disorders (Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, vascular dementia and stroke, Parkinson’s disease, etc.), traumatic brain injury and concussion, psychoeducational issues (ADHD, learning disability, giftedness/IQ, testing accommodations), pre-surgical assessments (including spinal cord stimulator and bariatric surgery), and specialized personality/psychopathology evaluations (PTSD, Major Depression, and GAD)
Dr. Bennett is a clinical neuropsychologist with over twenty years of experience in assessing a broad variety of neuropsychological and mental health issues. He specializes in assessing dementia and other neurocognitive disorders (Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, vascular dementia and stroke, Parkinson’s disease, etc.), traumatic brain injury and concussion, psychoeducational issues (ADHD, learning disability, giftedness/IQ, testing accommodations), pre-surgical assessments (including spinal cord stimulator and bariatric surgery), and specialized personality/psychopathology evaluations (PTSD, Major Depression, and GAD)
(601) 348-9856 View (601) 348-9856
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Tarea Stout
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, MS 39110
Life can be hard! Throwing us curve balls with all types of stress – emotional, chronic illness or pain, mental and physical disabilities, educational and learning disabilities, grief, trauma, and family challenges. These stressors can often bring about depression, anxiety, and more in our lives which makes life even more difficult. As a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 25 years, Tarea Stout has helped people who have faced all types of challenges. Tarea specializes in areas where physical or medical conditions affect mental health, trauma, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Life can be hard! Throwing us curve balls with all types of stress – emotional, chronic illness or pain, mental and physical disabilities, educational and learning disabilities, grief, trauma, and family challenges. These stressors can often bring about depression, anxiety, and more in our lives which makes life even more difficult. As a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 25 years, Tarea Stout has helped people who have faced all types of challenges. Tarea specializes in areas where physical or medical conditions affect mental health, trauma, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
(601) 844-6901 View (601) 844-6901
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Melanie Monk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
I work with many different types of clients, including children, families and adults. Over the past 20 years, I have treated many different diagnoses and mental health challenges. I enjoy helping people overcome the effects of depression, panic attacks, trauma, bipolar, relationship and life changes, and the effects of grief. I approach everyone as an individual and we design your goals together. My aspiration is to help you lessen your burdens by giving you insights, coping skills, and a place to feel safe and heard. While our problems can feel overwhelming, there are often solutions that we do not see. Therapy can help.
I work with many different types of clients, including children, families and adults. Over the past 20 years, I have treated many different diagnoses and mental health challenges. I enjoy helping people overcome the effects of depression, panic attacks, trauma, bipolar, relationship and life changes, and the effects of grief. I approach everyone as an individual and we design your goals together. My aspiration is to help you lessen your burdens by giving you insights, coping skills, and a place to feel safe and heard. While our problems can feel overwhelming, there are often solutions that we do not see. Therapy can help.
(769) 246-8290 View (769) 246-8290
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Geralyn Datz
Psychologist, PhD, MP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
I provide assessment and treatment of physical and mental health problems. I have forensic expertise and perform many types of specialized testing. I treat patients with complex challenges such as chronic pain, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and work injuries. My specialties include treatment of injury, opioid dependence, trauma, panic attacks, anxiety, and depression. I am trained in advanced psychological testing techniques. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, and other treatments that are supported by research. I help patients become aware of harmful patterns, and use mind body therapies including biofeedback and meditation.
I provide assessment and treatment of physical and mental health problems. I have forensic expertise and perform many types of specialized testing. I treat patients with complex challenges such as chronic pain, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and work injuries. My specialties include treatment of injury, opioid dependence, trauma, panic attacks, anxiety, and depression. I am trained in advanced psychological testing techniques. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, and other treatments that are supported by research. I help patients become aware of harmful patterns, and use mind body therapies including biofeedback and meditation.
(601) 840-2028 View (601) 840-2028
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Dr. Megan Ciota
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jackson, MS 39201  (Online Only)
I have experience treating individuals with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic pain, life transitions, fertility issues, and medical and neurological conditions.
I am a PhD Clinical Psychologist who understands how therapy can be a powerful experience; I feel honored to be a part of this process with you. A good relationship with your therapist balances relatability and professionalism to help you feel comfortable. My therapy style is warm, practical, supportive and nonjudgmental. I respect each client's uniqueness and story; both are key to help us understand where you are and how to help you move forward to gain peace, calm and contentedness in your life. I provide individual therapy in a safe, supportive space, and serve as your gentle and kind guide to a happier, healthier life.
I have experience treating individuals with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic pain, life transitions, fertility issues, and medical and neurological conditions.
I am a PhD Clinical Psychologist who understands how therapy can be a powerful experience; I feel honored to be a part of this process with you. A good relationship with your therapist balances relatability and professionalism to help you feel comfortable. My therapy style is warm, practical, supportive and nonjudgmental. I respect each client's uniqueness and story; both are key to help us understand where you are and how to help you move forward to gain peace, calm and contentedness in your life. I provide individual therapy in a safe, supportive space, and serve as your gentle and kind guide to a happier, healthier life.
(228) 689-3291 View (228) 689-3291
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Dr. Timothy A Norris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, GC-C, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Jackson, MS 39216
We all face challenges in life, but my goal is to help you overcome your challenges and obstacles. Currently, I work with children experiencing depression, anxiety, and behavioral symptoms. I work with adults experiencing anxiety and depression. I assist my clients with creating personal goals for a healthier lifestyle! I specialize in treating children experiencing stress from: behavioral symptoms, family transitions, divorce, and everyday life adjustments that lead to depression, and behavioral disorders. I also treat adults experiencing life stressors causing anxiety, and depression.
We all face challenges in life, but my goal is to help you overcome your challenges and obstacles. Currently, I work with children experiencing depression, anxiety, and behavioral symptoms. I work with adults experiencing anxiety and depression. I assist my clients with creating personal goals for a healthier lifestyle! I specialize in treating children experiencing stress from: behavioral symptoms, family transitions, divorce, and everyday life adjustments that lead to depression, and behavioral disorders. I also treat adults experiencing life stressors causing anxiety, and depression.
(601) 488-3582 View (601) 488-3582
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LeFleur Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jackson, MS 39202
LeFleur Behavioral Health offers gold-standard, evidence based psychological testing and psychotherapy solutions for a wide variety of mental health needs. We specialize in psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, chronic pain, stress, and bereavement, as well as many other psychological difficulties. We also provide psychological testing for intellectual and academic functioning, ADHD, personality testing, and pre-procedure evaluation for pain and bariatric procedures. Our psychologists, Dr. Walter Rueff and Dr. James Broussard are happy to speak with you.
LeFleur Behavioral Health offers gold-standard, evidence based psychological testing and psychotherapy solutions for a wide variety of mental health needs. We specialize in psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, chronic pain, stress, and bereavement, as well as many other psychological difficulties. We also provide psychological testing for intellectual and academic functioning, ADHD, personality testing, and pre-procedure evaluation for pain and bariatric procedures. Our psychologists, Dr. Walter Rueff and Dr. James Broussard are happy to speak with you.
(769) 227-4067 View (769) 227-4067
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Sage Conner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, MS 39110
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am a therapist that specializes in working with children, teens, young adults, and families living with ADHD, learning disabilities, Aspergers, and mental health issues like anxiety. I love helping those with difficulties with executive functioning skills, which can impact most areas of life.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am a therapist that specializes in working with children, teens, young adults, and families living with ADHD, learning disabilities, Aspergers, and mental health issues like anxiety. I love helping those with difficulties with executive functioning skills, which can impact most areas of life.
(601) 800-5886 View (601) 800-5886
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Rachel Baden Sherrill, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Columbus, MS 39701
Welcome to my practice. I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about helping children, adults, and families thrive. I provide therapy to children and adults with a range of presenting concerns and psychological testing to examine concerns related to ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Please reference my website for additional information regarding available services: www.rachelsherrillphd.com.
Welcome to my practice. I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about helping children, adults, and families thrive. I provide therapy to children and adults with a range of presenting concerns and psychological testing to examine concerns related to ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Please reference my website for additional information regarding available services: www.rachelsherrillphd.com.
(662) 753-4658 View (662) 753-4658
Photo of Dr. Walter T. Rueff, Psychologist in Lauderdale County, MS
Dr. Walter T. Rueff
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jackson, MS 39202
Dr. Rueff is experienced in treating and assessing a broad variety of mental health issues. He specializes in treating anxiety and trauma related disorders, including Generalized Anxiety, Specific Phobia, OCD, Panic Disorder, and PTSD. He also has expertise with a variety of assessment needs, including psychoeducational (ADHD, Learning Disability, Giftedness/IQ, testing accommodations), pre-procedure (spinal cord stimulator, bariatric surgery), and specialized personality and forensic evaluations. Dr. Rueff is licensed in Mississippi and is now accepting new clients.
Dr. Rueff is experienced in treating and assessing a broad variety of mental health issues. He specializes in treating anxiety and trauma related disorders, including Generalized Anxiety, Specific Phobia, OCD, Panic Disorder, and PTSD. He also has expertise with a variety of assessment needs, including psychoeducational (ADHD, Learning Disability, Giftedness/IQ, testing accommodations), pre-procedure (spinal cord stimulator, bariatric surgery), and specialized personality and forensic evaluations. Dr. Rueff is licensed in Mississippi and is now accepting new clients.
(601) 286-2855 View (601) 286-2855
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Serenity Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Brandon, MS 39042
Waitlist for new clients
Serenity Counseling & Wellness is a private mental health practice located in the Crossgates, Brandon/Pearl area of Rankin County. At Serenity, you will find a relaxed, warm, and nonjudgmental environment. Services offered include psychological testing and assessment conducted by a licensed psychologist and psychotherapy/counseling services by our team of highly-trained and experienced therapists. We specialize in individual psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. We also provide family, couples therapy, and addiction counseling. Even if you have struggled with the same problems for years, it is never too late to make positive changes and to find healing. Come see us!
Serenity Counseling & Wellness is a private mental health practice located in the Crossgates, Brandon/Pearl area of Rankin County. At Serenity, you will find a relaxed, warm, and nonjudgmental environment. Services offered include psychological testing and assessment conducted by a licensed psychologist and psychotherapy/counseling services by our team of highly-trained and experienced therapists. We specialize in individual psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. We also provide family, couples therapy, and addiction counseling. Even if you have struggled with the same problems for years, it is never too late to make positive changes and to find healing. Come see us!
(601) 633-0340 View (601) 633-0340
Photo of Katherine Baggett, Licensed Professional Counselor in Lauderdale County, MS
Katherine Baggett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
An ideal therapeutic relationship is built on trust and openness. I will work to build this relationship with you so that you feel that you can be open enough to trust me to assist you with your problems. Together, we can find a solution to your problem!
An ideal therapeutic relationship is built on trust and openness. I will work to build this relationship with you so that you feel that you can be open enough to trust me to assist you with your problems. Together, we can find a solution to your problem!
(601) 724-7425 View (601) 724-7425
Photo of Julie Propst, LMFT, EMDR Lifeworks Counseling , Marriage & Family Therapist in Lauderdale County, MS
Julie Propst, LMFT, EMDR Lifeworks Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, eMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, MS 39110
I will work with you to identify past survivor skills that have become destructive patterns influencing daily living. These survival skills are often related to substance abuse, mental illness or trauma from past or current relationships. We will Identify destructive behaviors and cognitions while decreasing trauma influence. This opens space to create positive cognitions and boundaries. These are the stepping stones to healthy relationships, becoming your best self and achieving your true purpose.
I will work with you to identify past survivor skills that have become destructive patterns influencing daily living. These survival skills are often related to substance abuse, mental illness or trauma from past or current relationships. We will Identify destructive behaviors and cognitions while decreasing trauma influence. This opens space to create positive cognitions and boundaries. These are the stepping stones to healthy relationships, becoming your best self and achieving your true purpose.
(601) 751-7646 View (601) 751-7646
Photo of Laurel Boyd, Marriage & Family Therapist in Lauderdale County, MS
Laurel Boyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
I am in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield. Life is hard! Good people often find themselves struggling with emotional pain and difficult life issues. "crazy" people are not the ones who come to therapy, wise people who want to feel better come. You don't need to be shamed you need to be understood. My goal is to help you find healing. I am qualified to do this because of extensive training and duel license in both counseling and marriage and family therapy.
I am in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield. Life is hard! Good people often find themselves struggling with emotional pain and difficult life issues. "crazy" people are not the ones who come to therapy, wise people who want to feel better come. You don't need to be shamed you need to be understood. My goal is to help you find healing. I am qualified to do this because of extensive training and duel license in both counseling and marriage and family therapy.
(601) 908-1087 View (601) 908-1087
Roger Corley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
Roger Corley is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and a Board-Certified Telemental Health Provider. Additionally, he serves as a Family Advocate in special education meetings, championing the rights and accommodations for students with disabilities as mandated by state and federal laws. With a BA in Psychology (Belhaven University) and an MS in Mental Health Counseling (Mississippi College), Roger firmly believes in the transformative power of genuine acceptance, self-compassion, and resiliency, viewing these qualities as essential components in nurturing hope and envisioning a better future.
Roger Corley is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and a Board-Certified Telemental Health Provider. Additionally, he serves as a Family Advocate in special education meetings, championing the rights and accommodations for students with disabilities as mandated by state and federal laws. With a BA in Psychology (Belhaven University) and an MS in Mental Health Counseling (Mississippi College), Roger firmly believes in the transformative power of genuine acceptance, self-compassion, and resiliency, viewing these qualities as essential components in nurturing hope and envisioning a better future.
(601) 401-6805 View (601) 401-6805
Photo of Chastity Heard in Lauderdale County, MS
Chastity Heard
MS, CMHT, EdS
Verified Verified
Jackson, MS 39211
I currently work with children, adolescents and adults. My goal as a counselor is to meet each of my clients where they are and build a relationship that empowers them to move forward through whatever obstacles they are encountering in their lives. I am here to help guide and lead individuals, families and/or couples through their journey of discovery.
I currently work with children, adolescents and adults. My goal as a counselor is to meet each of my clients where they are and build a relationship that empowers them to move forward through whatever obstacles they are encountering in their lives. I am here to help guide and lead individuals, families and/or couples through their journey of discovery.
(769) 227-4940 View (769) 227-4940

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Depression Therapists

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.