Veterans Therapists in Philadelphia, MS

Meeting competing life demands can tax anyone’s mental resources. Sometimes we are stretched beyond our capacity to continuously cope on our own. Each of us has found ourselves in need of support, guidance, or an objective sounding board to create, clarify, and realize personal goals. Therapy is one of the most loving and kind things you can do for yourself. It is a positive step that you have taken just to begin to seek someone who can help in your search for balance, understanding, and peace.

Welcome to my practice. I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about helping children, adults, and families thrive. I provide therapy to children and adults with a range of presenting concerns and psychological testing to examine concerns related to ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Please reference my website for additional information regarding available services: www.rachelsherrillphd.com.

I provide assessment and treatment of physical and mental health problems. I have forensic expertise and perform many types of specialized testing. I treat patients with complex challenges such as chronic pain, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and work injuries. My specialties include treatment of injury, opioid dependence, trauma, panic attacks, anxiety, and depression. I am trained in advanced psychological testing techniques. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, and other treatments that are supported by research. I help patients become aware of harmful patterns, and use mind body therapies including biofeedback and meditation.

I enjoy working with individuals focused on becoming the best version of themselves. These individuals may experience concerns with life purpose, men's issues, trauma (PTSD), depression, career issues, identity concerns, self-esteem and relationships issues.

Life can be filled with heartbreak(s), disappointments and frustrations that lead one to feel hopeless and filled with despair. Unfortunately, during this time you feel alone, or you feel like no one understands what you are going through. The veil of resilience and compassion is important and necessary to put the following four concepts in perspective to help give clarity to a situation: 1. Insight 2. Self-Esteem 3. Action 4. Healing. There are no issues too great for an individual to overcome if they put forth the effort. Therapy is a process that promotes change and encourages an individual to seek their self-selecting truth.

Dr. Broussard is a licensed clinical psychologist, US Air Force veteran, and graduate faculty member/assistant professor of clinical psychology with treatment expertise in a wide variety of issues including PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, stress, serious mental illness, and complicated bereavement. He is also skilled in testing and assessment of learning disorders (ADHD, dyslexia), intellectual functioning, and personality. Dr. Broussard is licensed in Mississippi and is accepting new clients.

I am committed to a holistic and integrated approach. This includes being sensitive to how lifestyle choices, medical conditions, and personal values impact how you live in the world. My approach to therapy is client driven and often "two heads are better than one" when seeking solutions to problems. In life things can unexpectedly occur, or life can become stressful. Are you struggling to manage anxiety? Do you feel sad and depressed and you not sure why? Do you need emotional support or advice navigating life? I am here to listen and offer objective feedback and advice.

Can we just admit that sometimes life just sucks? Life is complicated because all of our circumstances are just as unique as we are. This is because we all experience different levels of trauma, depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions. When we feel hopeless and have some uncomfortable feelings that need to be processed, it is important to have someone who is non-judgmental, in your corner, rooting for you and supporting you on your journey. I would love to be that person for you so that you are not alone in the process. Recognizing that you need help is the first step to healing, and you are taking that step!

Suffering is a part of life and speaks to our humanness. Through life's journey we may find ourselves stuck, feeling a lack of enthusiasm and meaning. We have been told that there are those born with the ability to overcome obstacles and defeat their fears. While this may be true, this ability can also be learned. I want to help you learn to overcome your obstacles and empower you to live a life that is driven by your ability to overcome challenges and stuck points. Instead of standing outside of your story feeling worthless, own it! (Brene' Brown) Start living a life fulfilling to you unapologetically.

At some point in the human experience, we will find ourselves in unexpected places. Whether it’s a life change, inner struggles with emotions, self esteem or any issues related to trauma keeping you stuck on your journey, I hope to provide the safe space of the counseling relationship for you to navigate where you are and rediscover the possibilities that are ahead. I love to help anyone that is open to new perspectives and ready to overcome challenges that are keeping them from their best self.

Ms. Harper is a seasoned mental health professional with over 20 years of experience. She has worked in multiple specialty treatment settings including outpatient therapy, addiction treatment, and psychiatric and hospital-based settings. She has worked with various populations including adults, young adults, geriatrics, those with developmental disabilities, juvenile justice groups, and veteran populations. She treats various diagnoses including trauma, victims of violence and abuse, depression, anxiety, bipolar spectrum disorders, individuals in recovery, and clients facing change of life issues.

The decision to seek therapy is a life-changing choice. It shows you are ready to face unresolved pain OR issues that may have made you feel hopeless. Allowing yourself to be vulnerable will lead to new thinking and behavior patterns. I provide therapy to individuals, families, geriatric, small groups, LGBTQIA, and people of color struggling with historical trauma, PTSD, medical diagnosis, depressed moods, anxiety, grief, desiring personal growth, divorce, single parenting, blended families, break-ups, shame, and humiliation.

My ideal client is someone who is motivated to do the self work and change their circumstances whether it’s relationships, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, life stressors or confusion.

Counseling others has been my passion for the past 25 years. My joy and fulfillment comes from helping others increase the quality of their life. I am drawn to helping those who suffer with depression and anxiety, low self esteem, and symptoms of trauma and abuse. I believe everyone deserves to live a healthy and meaningful life no matter what mistakes they have made in the past. I also believe that it is in the worst situations that we discover our strengths and abilities.

Life can throw challenges our way when we least expect it; some simple, some not so simple. If those challenges are too complex or come in rapid succession, one can easily begin to feel overwhelmed, hopeless, and lose the ability to cope. Sometimes, the challenge might be the quiet pain of living with mental illness. In my experience, most people just want to live their lives and be in control of their emotions, so they can cope with whatever life throws at them.

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.