Marriage Counseling Therapists in Gulfport, MS
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Jennifer Lynn Johnson-Thomas
Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I also work with clients that suffer from Anxiety, Panic Disorders, Depression, Personal Growth needs, Self-Esteem, Sex and intimacy issues,
Marriage
and Partnerships.
I am a board-certified clinical mental health counselor who is considered an expert in my field. Using an eclectic style of therapy, my work focuses on implementing evidence-based practices along with holistic practices to improve the identification and treatment of mental illness. I do not believe in "fixing" people because I am not a mechanic and people are not machines. I do feel that everyone has their own journey, and each path may be different, but it never hurts to have a guide. No matter what your past consists of it does not define who you are.

Shanti Yoga & Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CYT, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
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.

Reginald Magee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My areas of expertise include a client-centered treatment approach to address issues related to anxiety, depression, stress, parenting, individual education plans, and
marital
issues.
Is excessive anxiety or sadness limiting your life? Do you want to feel better and live a life worth living? It is my goal to assist you with overcoming anxiety, depression, relationship issues and parenting challenges as these are my primary areas of focus. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in the state of Mississippi. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from The University of Southern Mississippi in 2013 after receiving my Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2010. I have 10 years of experience in a variety of settings and with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief interventions.
Not accepting new clients

Benjamin Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I have 20 years of experience helping people in crisis as both a Pastor and a
Marriage
and Family Therapist.
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.
Not accepting new clients

Michelle M Jeanfreau
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My areas of expertise include couples and
marriage counseling
including infidelity, financial conflict and issues, and sex and intimacy therapy, parenting, life transitions and challenges, and personal growth and wellness.
The decision to come to therapy is often a difficult step to take. Life by nature is not easy to navigate. We all get stuck now and again. I am a licensed
marriage
and family therapist, working with individuals, families, adolescents, and couples to strengthen relationships through some of life's challenges and transitions.

Catalyst Counseling & Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life often leaves us feeling stressed, depressed and or lost. Seeking therapy can be an important step in moving positively towards mental health stability and wholeness. With experience in addressing issues relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, severe and persistent mental illness, co-occurring disorders, grief and loss and
marital
issues, I am passionate about providing a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment for children, teens, adults, couples and or families who need help. I seek to understand and partner with you as you identify positive steps in your journey towards healing.

Jasmine S Myers
PsyD, MA, MS, CPC-I, LAC
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.
Not accepting new clients

Teri L Gaethe
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have specialized training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR (level 1 and level 2), Child/Adolescent Offender treatment using the Pathways and Roadmaps models, Substance Abuse, and
Marriage Counseling
methods.
With a passion for helping others achieve their greatest potential, I provide a laid back friendly atmosphere in order to assure client comfort and to lay the ground work for open communication. I am truly invested in my clients and work with them to achieve their therapeutic goals. My goal is to help those I work with to learn skills that they can use in all settings and relationships and to support them as they find inner peace and personal happiness.

Kasey Scharnett King
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Society highlights
marriage
as glitz and glamour, but forget to mention is effective communication, boundaries, intimacy and healing from past trauma.
As a military veteran and spouse, I can understand the challenges in making relationships work. It can always feel like a constant transition and you can hardly even get your footing. You can feel like your
marriage
has hit a plateau, or that it never really started? This often happens when work, kids, grief and other life transitions get in the way. We continuously grow-but may grow apart.

David Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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!
Not accepting new clients

Lighthouse Counseling, PLLC - Dr. Christina James
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
It is my goal to see the light reignite in a person's eye after they have given up hope for change. I have over 25 years of experience working collaboratively with my clients to find what works for them. I do not have preconceived notions of how to "fix" anyone. We work together to chip away at the issues and create a working plan that helps clients leave feeling better than before after each session. I work within the confines of the client's situation and help with creating realistic and viable solutions. The client plays an active role in my counseling practice.
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Riva Cornelius
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
"The journey of a thousand miles starts from beneath your feet." (Lao Tzu ). Welcome to your first step in moving from stillness to action. Meet Riva, a licensed psychotherapist, who strives to create an authentic and supportive therapy experience for individuals from older adolescents to adults. Riva is wholeheartedly committed to supporting individuals in writing the next phase of their life’s story, in a way in which they are proud of.

Mississippi Sound Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, RN, BSN, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
I believe counseling is a process of exploration, discovery, and personal growth. My job is to help clients learn more about themselves in a safe, caring, non-judgemental, and challenging environment. My goal is to empower clients to recognize and change their thoughts or behaviors leading to decrease anxiety/stress, decreased depression and increased self-esteem. I work with each client based on their specific needs and concerns and help them create a path toward healing, empowerment, and change.

Holly Fedele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am Holly Fedele, Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Mississippi. I earned my Bachelor of Psychology in 2008 and my Master of Social Work in 2017, both from the University of Southern Mississippi. I deeply value equity, social justice, and inclusion. Because of this, one of my strengths is assisting individuals who have felt silenced and ignored by society. I have a passion for helping those who may have felt fearful of seeking therapy in the past. I love working with adult and couples who struggle with various mental health or familial issues. I am poly/ethical non-monogamy, secular, and LGBTQ+ affirming.

Jasmine Lyn Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, EdS, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you overwhelmed with navigating through life's obstacles? Are you in a toxic relationship, experiencing depression, and/or anxiety? Is your child having behavioral problems at home or school? As a licensed therapist, I provide a warm, caring, and non-judgmental atmosphere that allows youth and adults to access skills to reach their personal and familial/parental goals.

Kimila R DeFlanders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Kimila is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Mississippi. She obtained a bachelors degree in Psychology from William Carey University and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. Her office is in downtown Gulfport where she uses a unique and individually tailored blend of cognitive behavioral and client-centered therapy to provide therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families.

Bolt Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you are tired of dealing with the same thing over and over again, then counseling can create long lasting change that you're craving. Imagine a life where you have peace in yourself and in your relationships. Whether it is anxiety, depression, PTSD or relationship problems, these are all symptoms of a deeper issue that counseling can help get to the root of. Expect to gain relief, develop new skills, increase self-awareness and develop positive belief systems that will transform you and your relationships.

Edward Sean McQuilling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you suffering from fatigue, lack of interests, increased sleep and a sense of helplessness and worthlessness? Do you have frequent panic/anxiety attacks, do you have a history of risky behaviors. go days without sleep and loss of recall? Are you in an abusive relationship and cannot find the inner strength to stop negative impulses? Do you have children that have behavioral issues in the home and school setting? Are you having suicidal thoughts and think your problems will never go away?

CC Jean, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SAP
Verified
Verified
I have 22 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.

Jillian Nunez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
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.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.