Addiction Therapists in Gulfport, MS

Each person has unique strengths, powerful potential, and an innate ability to heal and thrive. Yet at times worry, sadness, or traumatic past experiences can move us off track. No matter the challenges you face, I believe in you and provide tools to help you increase resilience, discover your strengths, get back on track, and connect to your success.

Are you or someone you know dealing with feeling low, worthless, struggling with addiction or abuse? Are you looking for a therapist who understands the need to get back. Look no further than the resilient counselor, offering personalized, holistic, and empathetic therapy to all.

I believe in everyone's ability to change, heal, cope and feel joy. I work mostly with adults from a Family Systems perspective. This means I try to understand people as a whole and recognize that we are all being affected by the systems (family, work, communities etc) that surround us. I use primarily cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness based techniques to address your relationship with yourself and the world around you.

My aim as a psychotherapist is to provide a supportive and safe environment where open expression and exploration of thoughts and feelings can freely take place. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor trained in motivational interviewing, and multiple behavioral therapies. I have prior experience as a therapist as an addiction counselor, child and family therapist, as well as those in the inpatient psychiatric setting. With better awareness, we can identify life goals, change undesirable behaviors, improve relationship patterns and achieve greater self-acceptance.

Where modern psychology and ancient yoga practice are integrated to provide a blend of small group classes and professional counseling services: individual, couple, marriage and family therapy as outpatient care. Our licensed professionals specialize in conditions such as: Depression, Anxiety and Panic attacks, Attention Deficit Disorder, Trauma & Adjustment disorders, Addiction / Substance abuse, Anger Management, Grief/Bereavement using integrative mind-body therapy and an integrative mindfulness-based approach combining breathwork, meditation, relaxation, yoga and aromatherapy incorporated in the healing process of the bodymind.

I believe the bravest thing we can do is embrace our true authentic self. Unfortunately, most of us have difficulty pushing through the negative messages that scream "YOU ARE NO BETTER THAN YOUR WORST CHOICE." We get stuck in our current experience as we wrestle with our fears, difficulty in our relationships and facing the grief of loss, convincing ourselves we do not deserve anything better than we can see right in front of us. I have a passion to help others find their authentic self and explore the barriers that may hinder them from expressing the powerful version of themselves that they long to embrace.

I recognize each person as an individual and realize that asking for help is a big step. Thank you for taking the first steps in seeking help. I provide social and emotional support to individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, substance abuse, and other life stressors. My focus is on seeing the client as a whole person, and not the circumstance they are currently facing.

I have 20 years of clinical experience working with a variety of populations including women in crisis, couples, children and adolescents. I'm skilled in helping clients sort through a multitude of personal and mental health issues including depression, anxiety, adoption and infertility, substance use disorders, stage of life challenges, family conflicts, and other mood and personality disorders. I'm also proficient in helping clients navigate the trauma of childhood abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault. I happily serve clients from all backgrounds, yet have a specialized interest in the hearts and minds of Black women.

My goal is to assist clients who are experiencing life changes, whether these are personal, family or employment, or even health related. I have been helping individuals, families, and groups for the last 14 years in a variety of settings. Life can become extremely complicated and at times, it may be necessary to reach out for help and guidance. All of us deserve a rewarding, productive, and positive life but at times struggle to reach this objective. My aim is to help my clients rediscover the power and self confidence that they have within them and enjoy their life to the fullest again.

TOGETHER, WE ARE A TEAM! First session is a psycho-social assessment, addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences and getting comfortable with each other. Second session is developing treatment plan goals and objectives with a Holistic Approach (mind, body and spirt) and starting the path of recovery. Our goal will be to improve your quality of life, self esteem, self worth, self love and self respect.

I have enjoyed working for various mental health agencies and have extensive experience in several areas of counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I have worked with individuals, couples, families and groups. I am a mother of seven, including a son on the autism spectrum. My personal life experiences, in addition to my education and work history, help me to empower individuals to overcome difficult emotional obstacles. I have been providing telemental health for over 4 years now and I look forward to having a virtual session with you.

I work with men and women who struggle in their day to day lives to find joy and peace within their lives. So often we spent our time trying to be the person everyone else expects us to be and yet spend little time discovering and becoming our authentic selves. We all live in a reflective universe which will tell a story of ourselves by the world we create. Learning out true nature which is we are all worthy “NOW” and we all deserve unconditional love and respect. Isn’t it time to discover your true nature of gifts, talents and brilliance and begin to live the life you were meant to discover and enjoy? Take time to invest in self!

“My bond with my clients promotes positive regard, empathy, acceptance, and non-judgmental regard without criticism. My positive approach to therapy helps my clients reach their goals and puts in perspective their task in life that needs to be fulfilled. Putting the importance on my client’s positive behaviors and character gives them the capability to use their personal characteristics in finding healing, growth and love within themselves”.

The four main areas I coach/counsel people in are: depression/anxiety management, anger management, career/business growth, relationship/marital challenges, and personal development. I am dedicated to helping people solve relationship and anger problems associated with disrespect, insecurities, bad attitudes, and guilt through spiritual non-judgmental conversation! Our hidden, underlying beliefs often keep us from experiencing the full richness of life. I use a combination of objective assessment tools, dialogues and cognitive behavioral exercises to help you achieve your dreams.

The Therapy Place was founded for the purpose of meeting people wherever they are on the path to healing and support them on their journey. Whether you are having difficulty overcoming past traumatic experiences, battling depression and anxiety, struggling to maintain focus and motivation, or trying to navigate relationship problems, therapy is a great first step to get where you want to be.

Whether you are a seasoned therapy veteran or this is your first experience, counseling can be beneficial for anyone who is searching for a safe, confidential place to explore past traumas, anxieties, life transitions, other stressors. I provide Telehealth counseling services for anyone over the age of 13 in Mississippi and Florida. I offer a holistic, solution-focused approach with my clients, and I often utilize Internal Family Systems, Transpersonal Psychology, and discuss spirituality and existential topics, as needed.

“Dealing with stuff" is in your DNA. You know how to handle yourself in a crisis. You are a problem solver. Others can count on you when "the stuff hits the fan". But there is another side to you... one, no one REALLY knows. I help high functioning people overcome negative reactions to trauma. Whether it’s an explosive reaction to a minor inconvenience or not understanding your overwhelming sadness, trauma manifests in many ways. Dealing with trauma can feel like pushing a heavy boulder up a hill without a finish line in sight. The good news is that there are effective tools that will propel you towards healing & moving forward.

Our team has licensed clinicians trained in social work, professional counseling, and psychology. We provide therapy, counseling, and testing services for you and your family members. Please feel free to contact us to learn more about what we can do to help!

Are you experiencing overwhelming stress? Relationship or family issues? On the roller coaster of grief? Addicted to drugs or alcohol? Has a traumatic experience halted your growth, paused your happiness or made you feel stuck in a lonely place? Has the pandemic increased your symptoms of anxiety and depression? Or has it brought about unfamiliar or uncomfortable thoughts or feelings?