Female Therapists in Columbia, MS
I believe that life is a journey. Sometimes we get stuck on our way and need some extra support. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, compulsive behavior or having difficulty adjusting to the changes of life or are feeling overwhelmed, come see me and let me walk that journey with you. I offer individual, and family therapy.
I believe that life is a journey. Sometimes we get stuck on our way and need some extra support. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, compulsive behavior or having difficulty adjusting to the changes of life or are feeling overwhelmed, come see me and let me walk that journey with you. I offer individual, and family therapy.
Stacy Sims Fortenberry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MS 39429
Compassionate Christian counseling for individuals-adults and teens, couples and families describes my work for the past 25 years. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, marriage conflict or family relationships, I can help you work toward healthy resolution and fulfilling changes. My counseling is a very practical approach to problem solving that changes thought patterns and behaviors. We will set personalized goals and work each session to meet your goals. I will encourage you in each step of your challenges providing a warm caring setting that will give you confidence and hope during the counseling process.
Compassionate Christian counseling for individuals-adults and teens, couples and families describes my work for the past 25 years. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, marriage conflict or family relationships, I can help you work toward healthy resolution and fulfilling changes. My counseling is a very practical approach to problem solving that changes thought patterns and behaviors. We will set personalized goals and work each session to meet your goals. I will encourage you in each step of your challenges providing a warm caring setting that will give you confidence and hope during the counseling process.
Accepting New Patients. Have you found it difficult to get the help you need quickly and easily? Have you ever struggled to find the best mental-health treatment for you or someone you love? We understand that it’s difficult to get the help you need quickly in Mississippi, and that’s why here at Right Track Medical Group, we strive to be there for you when you or a loved one needs help. We aim to give you the best personalized care plan as swiftly as possible without sacrificing quality care.
Accepting New Patients. Have you found it difficult to get the help you need quickly and easily? Have you ever struggled to find the best mental-health treatment for you or someone you love? We understand that it’s difficult to get the help you need quickly in Mississippi, and that’s why here at Right Track Medical Group, we strive to be there for you when you or a loved one needs help. We aim to give you the best personalized care plan as swiftly as possible without sacrificing quality care.
Sonya M. Sumrall
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC, TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, MS 39429
Counseling is an ideal conduit for God to bring hope and restoration into our lives. With my years of experience working with families, children, and individuals, I believe that God has equipped me with many tools to facilitate a trusting and safe environment for healing to begin. Amid confusion, my desire is to help you distinguish God’s voice of truth and reason. I take BCBS from most states with a few exceptions. Let me help you decide what is your best plan moving forward. I offer you several coping skills and you decide your best path moving forward. Please call 601-433-3765. Leave a message. I will call you back ASAP.
Counseling is an ideal conduit for God to bring hope and restoration into our lives. With my years of experience working with families, children, and individuals, I believe that God has equipped me with many tools to facilitate a trusting and safe environment for healing to begin. Amid confusion, my desire is to help you distinguish God’s voice of truth and reason. I take BCBS from most states with a few exceptions. Let me help you decide what is your best plan moving forward. I offer you several coping skills and you decide your best path moving forward. Please call 601-433-3765. Leave a message. I will call you back ASAP.
Marissa J Kent
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Columbia, MS 39429 (Online Only)
Toxic relationships leave us feeling drained, lonely, and sometimes even anxious or depressed. Do you feel like you're thriving in every area of life except your relationships? Are you tired of trying to build something meaningful with someone only to end up feeling unappreciated, misunderstood, and ultimately just stressed out? You might not even remember a time when your relationship didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're sick & tired of the same old cycle. You're ready for happiness. You're ready for peace of mind. Most of all, you're ready to find true joy and contentment in your relationship.
Toxic relationships leave us feeling drained, lonely, and sometimes even anxious or depressed. Do you feel like you're thriving in every area of life except your relationships? Are you tired of trying to build something meaningful with someone only to end up feeling unappreciated, misunderstood, and ultimately just stressed out? You might not even remember a time when your relationship didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're sick & tired of the same old cycle. You're ready for happiness. You're ready for peace of mind. Most of all, you're ready to find true joy and contentment in your relationship.
Online Therapists
Angela Alford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brandon, MS 39047 (Online Only)
Feeling isolated, unseen, or misunderstood? Haunted by past experiences? Is anxiety overwhelming you? Uncomfortable in your own skin? The good news is, you don't have to navigate these challenges alone. I provide a safe and comfortable space to address challenges and find techniques that help you increase peace, satisfaction, and independence in your life. I will work with you in a customized manner to fit your personality, needs and goals for therapy. Experienced in helping adults & young adults who have experienced trauma, stressors + life transitions, grief + loss, addiction, substance use, as well as PTSD + C-PTSD.
Feeling isolated, unseen, or misunderstood? Haunted by past experiences? Is anxiety overwhelming you? Uncomfortable in your own skin? The good news is, you don't have to navigate these challenges alone. I provide a safe and comfortable space to address challenges and find techniques that help you increase peace, satisfaction, and independence in your life. I will work with you in a customized manner to fit your personality, needs and goals for therapy. Experienced in helping adults & young adults who have experienced trauma, stressors + life transitions, grief + loss, addiction, substance use, as well as PTSD + C-PTSD.
Thrive Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39507
Waitlist for new clients
Many people have had challenges that often require the assistance of another person. My passion as a mental health therapist is rooted in personal experience. Even with over 10 years of experience in the counseling field, I do not consider myself an expert. My clientele and I will learn together during the counseling process. This setting is the perfect opportunity for a partnership where the client and the counselor can develop new skills, display growth, and make steps toward transformation.
Many people have had challenges that often require the assistance of another person. My passion as a mental health therapist is rooted in personal experience. Even with over 10 years of experience in the counseling field, I do not consider myself an expert. My clientele and I will learn together during the counseling process. This setting is the perfect opportunity for a partnership where the client and the counselor can develop new skills, display growth, and make steps toward transformation.
I am interested in starting a group therapy for middle-aged women with behavioral health issues who can devote time for group work once to twice monthly.
Hi! My name is Elisabeth Faust, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in the behavioral health field for thirty (30) plus years. However, if you enjoy what you do, it is not work but a beloved career. I start slow getting to know my clients and making them feel comfortable before we move on to problem solving. I appreciate that people need to be heard and listening can be the best therapy. Different therapies work with different people. I employ basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills. I do encourage using mindfulness techniques and journaling.
I am interested in starting a group therapy for middle-aged women with behavioral health issues who can devote time for group work once to twice monthly.
Hi! My name is Elisabeth Faust, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in the behavioral health field for thirty (30) plus years. However, if you enjoy what you do, it is not work but a beloved career. I start slow getting to know my clients and making them feel comfortable before we move on to problem solving. I appreciate that people need to be heard and listening can be the best therapy. Different therapies work with different people. I employ basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills. I do encourage using mindfulness techniques and journaling.
Healing Minds Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, MS 39060 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, or major life changes? Or maybe have a difficult time managing oppositional behaviors displayed by your child or adolescent. There comes a time in our life when we need help from a certified professional to assist in coping with many of life’s challenges. Healing Minds Counseling Center is here to provide quality mental health services to the community in an effort to help clients live to their full potential by teaching coping skills and offering professional guidance in a compassionate and empathetic environment through the use of evidence-based therapy.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, or major life changes? Or maybe have a difficult time managing oppositional behaviors displayed by your child or adolescent. There comes a time in our life when we need help from a certified professional to assist in coping with many of life’s challenges. Healing Minds Counseling Center is here to provide quality mental health services to the community in an effort to help clients live to their full potential by teaching coping skills and offering professional guidance in a compassionate and empathetic environment through the use of evidence-based therapy.
Angela Renae Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brandon, MS 39047 (Online Only)
Life can be overwhelming, and it’s easy to feel consumed by emotions, distress, fears, and hopelessness when faced with difficult challenges. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues, or work-life balance, I’m here to help. My approach is guided by the belief in the power of "Grit and Grace"—building resilience and strength while fostering self-acceptance and compassion. Together, we can work through your struggles and help you find comfort and healing in various therapeutic approaches like cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, client-center, dialectal behavioral, and much more
Life can be overwhelming, and it’s easy to feel consumed by emotions, distress, fears, and hopelessness when faced with difficult challenges. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues, or work-life balance, I’m here to help. My approach is guided by the belief in the power of "Grit and Grace"—building resilience and strength while fostering self-acceptance and compassion. Together, we can work through your struggles and help you find comfort and healing in various therapeutic approaches like cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, client-center, dialectal behavioral, and much more
Sarah Linfield Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-TMH, MAMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Jackson, MS 39211
Are you and your partner having difficulty communicating? Are you and your children butting heads? Are you and your partner on separate pages when it comes to how to raise your kids together? Are you feeling low, frustrated with life, or anxious about upcoming events or decisions? We all have times in our lives when we need a little encouragement. A welcoming, nonjudgmental, therapist could be key to a turn around for you and your family.
Are you and your partner having difficulty communicating? Are you and your children butting heads? Are you and your partner on separate pages when it comes to how to raise your kids together? Are you feeling low, frustrated with life, or anxious about upcoming events or decisions? We all have times in our lives when we need a little encouragement. A welcoming, nonjudgmental, therapist could be key to a turn around for you and your family.
The Clinic, Therapy and Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39503
Imagine going on an unfamiliar journey through treacherous terrain without proper guidance and tools. Sometimes in our journey through life, we encounter the treacherous terrain of overwhelming stress, anxiety, and depression. Perhaps your path seems dark, your usual coping tools are malfunctioning, and you feel lost and afraid. As an experienced therapist, I will help you navigate through your challenges and find your inner strength and beauty. I will help you and your family sharpen their coping tools so that you can reclaim ownership of your life and embrace the joy and productivity each day offers.
Imagine going on an unfamiliar journey through treacherous terrain without proper guidance and tools. Sometimes in our journey through life, we encounter the treacherous terrain of overwhelming stress, anxiety, and depression. Perhaps your path seems dark, your usual coping tools are malfunctioning, and you feel lost and afraid. As an experienced therapist, I will help you navigate through your challenges and find your inner strength and beauty. I will help you and your family sharpen their coping tools so that you can reclaim ownership of your life and embrace the joy and productivity each day offers.
Inspiring Growth Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Byram, MS 39272
I have been a therapist for 10+ years serving across various communities in the state of Mississippi. I am very passionate about helping others learn to inspire growth within themselves. I am committed to serving individuals of all ages. I want individuals to learn and understand that everyone at one point or another in their lives needed help and with that help they can be empowered to return to healthy functioning. I also want them to know that by getting the help they need they place themselves in a position to help someone else from their growth.
I have been a therapist for 10+ years serving across various communities in the state of Mississippi. I am very passionate about helping others learn to inspire growth within themselves. I am committed to serving individuals of all ages. I want individuals to learn and understand that everyone at one point or another in their lives needed help and with that help they can be empowered to return to healthy functioning. I also want them to know that by getting the help they need they place themselves in a position to help someone else from their growth.
Jane Fuller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ridgeland, MS 39157
Waitlist for new clients
Being unable to meet our goals is disappointing. Not knowing why is devastating. We seek answers on the outside and look to others for the "right" and the "wrong" of the situation, but everyone is different. Everyone has different approaches, and everyone has inner resources. The problem is not that you are flawed, incapable, or unable to achieve your goals. The problem is that you're simply having a little trouble accessing your strengths. Whether your issue is related to connection, depression, anxiety, or other life stressors, I am here to listen, to see you, and to understand. I am here to help.
Being unable to meet our goals is disappointing. Not knowing why is devastating. We seek answers on the outside and look to others for the "right" and the "wrong" of the situation, but everyone is different. Everyone has different approaches, and everyone has inner resources. The problem is not that you are flawed, incapable, or unable to achieve your goals. The problem is that you're simply having a little trouble accessing your strengths. Whether your issue is related to connection, depression, anxiety, or other life stressors, I am here to listen, to see you, and to understand. I am here to help.
Ashley Whitfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39507 (Online Only)
Hello! I want to commend you for reaching out for support; you have taken a major step toward finding satisfaction in your life. My name is Ashley and I am pleased to join you on this journey of growth and wellness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and Mississippi. I have 10 years of experience providing therapy services in many different settings including schools, clinics, and community agencies. I understand how complex trauma and systemic disadvantage can affect families, generation after generation. Community health is my passion and I am dedicated to helping others overcome obstacles to find wellness in life.
Hello! I want to commend you for reaching out for support; you have taken a major step toward finding satisfaction in your life. My name is Ashley and I am pleased to join you on this journey of growth and wellness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and Mississippi. I have 10 years of experience providing therapy services in many different settings including schools, clinics, and community agencies. I understand how complex trauma and systemic disadvantage can affect families, generation after generation. Community health is my passion and I am dedicated to helping others overcome obstacles to find wellness in life.
Dr. Patricia Ruth Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Flowood, MS 39232 (Online Only)
At The River Wellness LLC, we aim to help our clients move forward from their problems and reestablish their personal, professional, and social connections.
At The River Wellness LLC, we aim to help our clients move forward from their problems and reestablish their personal, professional, and social connections.
Jocelyn Gavin-Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39501
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 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 discovered therapy as a client first; I believe in this because it helped me. My clients are courageous individuals, couples, and families who engage with vulnerability to create lasting change.
I discovered therapy as a client first; I believe in this because it helped me. My clients are courageous individuals, couples, and families who engage with vulnerability to create lasting change.
Kathryn Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Vicksburg, MS 39180
Post-COVID many people have struggled to move forward with their personal goals or have had major life changes. Family/friend dynamics have also shifted and researchers are reporting higher rates of depression, anxiety, and anger-related issues. Now is the time to invest in yourself to become stronger and healthier moving forward! I am available in person in Vicksburg, MS and am available via telehealth in Mississippi and Louisiana.
Post-COVID many people have struggled to move forward with their personal goals or have had major life changes. Family/friend dynamics have also shifted and researchers are reporting higher rates of depression, anxiety, and anger-related issues. Now is the time to invest in yourself to become stronger and healthier moving forward! I am available in person in Vicksburg, MS and am available via telehealth in Mississippi and Louisiana.
Rachel Daniels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, YT, LCSW, MT
Verified Verified
Clinton, MS 39056 (Online Only)
I virtually support individual college students and professionals in Miss. who wish to maintain your mental health in demanding environments, strengthening your resiliency and resources as you work to stay on track of your goals and reach your highest potential. I am an inclusive, holistic, culturally- and trauma-responsive provider who enjoys helping you find and maintain your balance and connection. Whether you are responding to anxiety, compassion fatigue, burnout, grief, trauma, moral injury, or other stressors like relationships, parenting, caregiving, or finances, there is hope and I am here to support you and your needs.
I virtually support individual college students and professionals in Miss. who wish to maintain your mental health in demanding environments, strengthening your resiliency and resources as you work to stay on track of your goals and reach your highest potential. I am an inclusive, holistic, culturally- and trauma-responsive provider who enjoys helping you find and maintain your balance and connection. Whether you are responding to anxiety, compassion fatigue, burnout, grief, trauma, moral injury, or other stressors like relationships, parenting, caregiving, or finances, there is hope and I am here to support you and your needs.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.