Therapists in Jackson, MS

We offer in-home, clinic-based, and school-based counseling in Clinton, Mississippi and surrounding counties. Our counselors are highly trained and experienced Mental Health Professionals who are ready to walk alongside you and your family during difficult times to bring hope and healing. Please see the photo gallery and check out our website page (www.standforhope.org/clinton) to learn more about our team and their specialties.

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.

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!

If you are here looking for help, there is no doubt that you are overwhelmed with all the names. How do you choose? Keep in mind that the relationship is the most important aspect of counseling. Feel free to call and discuss what you are experiencing and see if we can develop a positive and productive therapeutic relationship. My experience as a licensed professional counselor prior to private practice is built around community mental health and home-based/inpatient level of care services.

Our counseling philosophy is based on solution focused theory whereby we help individuals and families identify stressors which may lead to anxiety, depression, or behavioral issues and guide development of coping skills to problem solve. We find that learning to communicate with others in an assertive, non-aggressive manner facilitates creating a foundation for loving, supportive relationships. Although most sessions focus on a narrative, conversational approach, we often incorporate art therapy/play therapy in working with clients of all ages. Our clients are self-motivated individuals/families committed to improving their lives.

I have been a licensed professional counselor since 2005, and have professional experience working with children/teens and adults as they walk through anxiety, grief, parenting, school issues, bullying, food allergies, family changes, and many other challenges that impact people or their family. I especially enjoy working with women who are navigating life transitions (such as parenting or empty nesting) as well as children who experience anxiety. I became a counselor because I believe every life has an inherent, priceless worth. It is my honor to walk alongside others as they discover how valuable they truly are.