Parenting Therapists in Gulfport, MS

The scope of my therapy practice is based on the belief that children are growing, developing individuals who at times need assistance beyond their families and school structures to develop emotional and social skills, self confidence, and coping skills to handle stressors. Children are often more open than adults to change and I absolutely love getting to see them transform and grow. I work with children and adolescents ages 4 to 18.

Are you having trouble with controlling your anger? What about family conflict, grief and loss, or even anxiety and/or depression? Does your child have difficulty concentrating, putting their thoughts in order, or behavioral issues? Does your child need someone to talk to about future plans and goals? Do you need parenting classes?

I have successfully helped children, teens, adults and families who have endured traumatic experiences, behavioral/anger issues or school/job issues. I also have helped individuals currently experiencing emotional pain such as anxiety/depression, hopelessness, self harming behaviors. It is my belief that people have the innate potential to free themselves of emotional difficulties. My goal is to provide the necessary tools and teach skills needed to overcome emotional difficulties and develop meaningful relationships with family and friends.

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.

Find your resonance. You may be struggling with depression, stress, relationships, or going through a difficult time. You might need to participate in therapy, gain a new perspective on things, or just have someone objective to talk to. I accept each person as the individual that they are, and I work with you to find out which methods will best benefit your needs. My goal is to help you develop the skills to get through life's difficulties and lead a happier life! I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, some Dialectical Behavior Therapy as well as drawing from other therapies as needed.

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.

My practice typically services children and adolescents with developmental disabilities and/or behavioral difficulties such as Autism, ADHD, toileting problems, sleep problems, and compliance.

Accepting New Patients in NC, MS, FL, and the PSYPACT approved states: At LSL Psychological Services, P.A., I am committed to providing services which will help you become a healthier, more satisfied, and happier you. I am here to provide you with a safe and comfortable environment where your specific needs will be met.

Hi, My name is Leslie Fitzmorris and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Play Therapist with 20+ years of experience in the counseling profession. I am skilled in working with people of all ages using a client centered approach built around the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Play Therapy. I strive to provide hope to my clients that life can be better and more joy-filled while they are experiencing difficult life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, loss, parenting challenges, and issues of self worth.

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.

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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.

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!

Making the initial decision to seek professional help for you or your loved one can be intimidating. I’m the therapist for people that “don’t like therapy”. Many of the people I see are new to therapy, "didn't believe in it" or have had negative experiences with therapy in the past. They come in with doubts, questions and fears. I believe that everyone that walks through my door deserves respect. My ultimate goal is to create a safe place to explore the messiness of life in a comfortable, laid-back and non-judgmental space. Life can be difficult, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. You are welcome here.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.