Humanistic Therapists in Laurel, MS

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Shirley Hodges
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, P-LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Laurel, MS 39440
I view the counseling process as an agent of change where the counselor and the client(s) have mutually agreed to engage in work towards agreed upon goals to benefit the client. This relationship is built on mutual respect, specifically regarding the client’s worldview, beliefs, and autonomy. My theoretical orientation is eclectic and includes components of cognitive-behavioral theory, person-centered perspectives, and positive psychology. In my practice, I utilize strengths-based approaches and techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy.
I view the counseling process as an agent of change where the counselor and the client(s) have mutually agreed to engage in work towards agreed upon goals to benefit the client. This relationship is built on mutual respect, specifically regarding the client’s worldview, beliefs, and autonomy. My theoretical orientation is eclectic and includes components of cognitive-behavioral theory, person-centered perspectives, and positive psychology. In my practice, I utilize strengths-based approaches and techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy.
(601) 202-8699 View (601) 202-8699

Online Therapists

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Pamela Luckett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(601) 429-8478 View (601) 429-8478
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Kristi Lindley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(601) 202-5319 View (601) 202-5319
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Tiffany Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(601) 654-6389 View (601) 654-6389
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Carrie V Pate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
I employ an integrative approach (CBT, existential, humanistic, narrative, reality, mindfulness, structural-strategic, process-oriented hypnosis, and for those interested, dream work) to accommodate the individual stories and strengths you bring to therapy.
I enjoy working with a variety of people, from childhood through adulthood. Sometimes problems have been around for a long time, and others are temporary: I work with both. Everyone has challenges, and I want to help you discover your best self and build your best life. I have experience working with a number of behavioral concerns, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress, as well as life adjustments, career and school planning or management, and stress management.
I employ an integrative approach (CBT, existential, humanistic, narrative, reality, mindfulness, structural-strategic, process-oriented hypnosis, and for those interested, dream work) to accommodate the individual stories and strengths you bring to therapy.
I enjoy working with a variety of people, from childhood through adulthood. Sometimes problems have been around for a long time, and others are temporary: I work with both. Everyone has challenges, and I want to help you discover your best self and build your best life. I have experience working with a number of behavioral concerns, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress, as well as life adjustments, career and school planning or management, and stress management.
(228) 382-1956 View (228) 382-1956
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Teresa Worthy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(601) 800-5790 View (601) 800-5790
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Hope Spencer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(601) 202-9953 View (601) 202-9953
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Pamela Phipps
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
(601) 891-1652 View (601) 891-1652
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Cassie Slaton Zayed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Waitlist for new clients
Offering an easy and safe space for individuals from older adolescents to adults. My clients typically struggle with life adjustments/ transitions, anxiety, depression, boundary setting, overwhelm/ burnout and communication issues who desire a more meaningful and fulfilled life. Together my clients and I will collaborate on creating and accomplishing growth through their most vulnerable times and discovering their true self and worth. I take pride in supporting you through your journey with a wholehearted, holistic and optimistic approach!
Offering an easy and safe space for individuals from older adolescents to adults. My clients typically struggle with life adjustments/ transitions, anxiety, depression, boundary setting, overwhelm/ burnout and communication issues who desire a more meaningful and fulfilled life. Together my clients and I will collaborate on creating and accomplishing growth through their most vulnerable times and discovering their true self and worth. I take pride in supporting you through your journey with a wholehearted, holistic and optimistic approach!
(802) 404-2323 View (802) 404-2323
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Mary Dodson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
I am honored to walk with each of my clients on their journey to finding happiness and health. I offer compassion and open minded perspectives to those in need of a judgment free space to discuss their stress and worry. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with a variety of personal and relational concerns. As shared by my favorite writer Brene Brown, “The last thing we need in the midst of our struggles is shame for being human.”
I am honored to walk with each of my clients on their journey to finding happiness and health. I offer compassion and open minded perspectives to those in need of a judgment free space to discuss their stress and worry. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with a variety of personal and relational concerns. As shared by my favorite writer Brene Brown, “The last thing we need in the midst of our struggles is shame for being human.”
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LaToya Favre
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Biloxi, MS 39531  (Online Only)
Accepting clients located in Tennessee, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Minnesota. I feel honored to work with clients and to hear the experiences that bring them into therapy. Those with whom I work will most often hear me say “You are the expert of you;” I say this out of my aim to work collaboratively and to help them remain empowered during their journey to healing. I love aiding clients in healing past relationships and traumas, owning their identities, and feeling empowered to live in a place of power, connection, and authenticity.
Accepting clients located in Tennessee, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Minnesota. I feel honored to work with clients and to hear the experiences that bring them into therapy. Those with whom I work will most often hear me say “You are the expert of you;” I say this out of my aim to work collaboratively and to help them remain empowered during their journey to healing. I love aiding clients in healing past relationships and traumas, owning their identities, and feeling empowered to live in a place of power, connection, and authenticity.
(228) 809-8366 View (228) 809-8366
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Kaleigh A. Countiss
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ridgeland, MS 39157
Do you feel scared? Are you struggling? Having trouble finding your voice? Are your issues with substance abuse interfering with your relationships? Do you need guidance healing the wounds of trauma? Maybe you just feel lost and need a safe place to process. You are not alone.
Do you feel scared? Are you struggling? Having trouble finding your voice? Are your issues with substance abuse interfering with your relationships? Do you need guidance healing the wounds of trauma? Maybe you just feel lost and need a safe place to process. You are not alone.
(601) 499-4165 View (601) 499-4165
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Dr. Shandra Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC-S, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
Jackson, MS 39211  (Online Only)
Do you need someone to talk to, and someone to listen? Are you ready to make some changes in your life? You may need help dealing with struggles and challenges of day-to-day life. If so, you have just made an important step in the change process and are on your way to improved self-awareness and growth. I am an experienced, compassionate and caring counselor who helps people live better lives. Working with the right counselor can help you change your life and your relationships. You do not have to do this alone. By working together, we decide how to achieve your personal goals, even if you don't know what they are yet.
Do you need someone to talk to, and someone to listen? Are you ready to make some changes in your life? You may need help dealing with struggles and challenges of day-to-day life. If so, you have just made an important step in the change process and are on your way to improved self-awareness and growth. I am an experienced, compassionate and caring counselor who helps people live better lives. Working with the right counselor can help you change your life and your relationships. You do not have to do this alone. By working together, we decide how to achieve your personal goals, even if you don't know what they are yet.
(469) 423-9627 View (469) 423-9627
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Holly Fedele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Biloxi, MS 39532
Holly Fedele is a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Mississippi. She earned her Bachelor of Psychology in 2008 and Master of Social Work in 2017, both from the University of Southern Mississippi. She has experience in inpatient and outpatient treatment, as well as therapy in a correctional setting. She has experience with adults experiencing life changes, anxiety, grief, depression, and other mood disorders. She also has experience with couples seeking to create a healthier relationship. She is ethically non-monogamous and LGBTQIA affirming.
Holly Fedele is a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Mississippi. She earned her Bachelor of Psychology in 2008 and Master of Social Work in 2017, both from the University of Southern Mississippi. She has experience in inpatient and outpatient treatment, as well as therapy in a correctional setting. She has experience with adults experiencing life changes, anxiety, grief, depression, and other mood disorders. She also has experience with couples seeking to create a healthier relationship. She is ethically non-monogamous and LGBTQIA affirming.
(228) 338-4025 View (228) 338-4025
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Patricia Brawley
Counselor, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
McComb, MS 39649  (Online Only)
Things stacking up? Feeling overwhelmed? I am a licensed professional counselor using holistic approaches to helping people find solutions to their problems, get started and achieve their dreams and goals, and live a more peaceful life. I specialize in teaching people who have been traumatized, especially those who have developed emotional eating patterns.
Things stacking up? Feeling overwhelmed? I am a licensed professional counselor using holistic approaches to helping people find solutions to their problems, get started and achieve their dreams and goals, and live a more peaceful life. I specialize in teaching people who have been traumatized, especially those who have developed emotional eating patterns.
(601) 564-0174 View (601) 564-0174
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
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Susan Woodard
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MDiv, CMAT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Jackson, MS 39216  (Online Only)
Chances are you're struggling to understand some area of your life, feeling stuck, hoping for new possibilities and outcomes. Maybe now is the time to reevaluate what you really want out of life and to make some changes. Perhaps the situation that has you most frustrated is providing you with an opportunity to look deep within yourself at the person you most fully want to be. I believe therapy is a partnership in which my responsibility is to provide you a safe, nonjudgmental and supportive space where you can bring whatever issues you wish to explore.
Chances are you're struggling to understand some area of your life, feeling stuck, hoping for new possibilities and outcomes. Maybe now is the time to reevaluate what you really want out of life and to make some changes. Perhaps the situation that has you most frustrated is providing you with an opportunity to look deep within yourself at the person you most fully want to be. I believe therapy is a partnership in which my responsibility is to provide you a safe, nonjudgmental and supportive space where you can bring whatever issues you wish to explore.
(855) 791-4528 View (855) 791-4528
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Marie Rothman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jackson, MS 39216
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified EMDR clinician with 30 years of experience who specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing difficulties related to trauma, negative life events, marital issues, addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified EMDR clinician with 30 years of experience who specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing difficulties related to trauma, negative life events, marital issues, addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(601) 564-0118 View (601) 564-0118
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Ranesha Especto
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hattiesburg, MS 39402  (Online Only)
Ranesha is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Mississippi with 5 years of professional work experience. She has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. She believes that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step and seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. Ranesha is here to support you in that process.
Ranesha is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Mississippi with 5 years of professional work experience. She has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. She believes that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step and seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. Ranesha is here to support you in that process.
(769) 253-2170 View (769) 253-2170
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Jean Dabit
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jackson, MS 39211
Is depression hurting the quality of your life? Depression is a serious medical condition. It is not a sign of weakness nor the result of a personality defect. Depression not only affects your life, but also your entire family. Depression is used to describe a wide range of emotional problems. One-time periods may last for days or weeks while chronic periods can last for years. Chronic depression is different from the "blues". The blues are an unpleasant reaction to a sad event. Individuals may feel bad temporarily, but bounce back to their normal emotional state.
Is depression hurting the quality of your life? Depression is a serious medical condition. It is not a sign of weakness nor the result of a personality defect. Depression not only affects your life, but also your entire family. Depression is used to describe a wide range of emotional problems. One-time periods may last for days or weeks while chronic periods can last for years. Chronic depression is different from the "blues". The blues are an unpleasant reaction to a sad event. Individuals may feel bad temporarily, but bounce back to their normal emotional state.
(601) 298-3000 View (601) 298-3000

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Humanistic Therapists

How does humanistic therapy work?

One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.

Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?

Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.

How long does humanistic therapy last?

The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is humanistic therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.