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Pat Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Oxford, MS 38655
I am at my best when helping people work through issues associated with grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, as well as marriage and relationship struggles. Working through some of the more uniquely modern struggles, such as screen and pornography addiction is also a focus of my practice. I also love pre-marital counseling.
I am at my best when helping people work through issues associated with grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, as well as marriage and relationship struggles. Working through some of the more uniquely modern struggles, such as screen and pornography addiction is also a focus of my practice. I also love pre-marital counseling.
(662) 262-5596 View (662) 262-5596
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Amy Marie Brownlee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC-S, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford, MS 38655
Life’s journey is influenced by your experiences. Some experiences are difficult and leave you feeling unbalanced and disconnected. Injuries sustained from relationships and events can create feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness and rejection. Seeking help is the first step toward finding your sense of balance and connection. Every individual has the ability within themselves to achieve the balance that they need for their lives. It is my goal as a counselor to assist you with the navigation of this journey.
Life’s journey is influenced by your experiences. Some experiences are difficult and leave you feeling unbalanced and disconnected. Injuries sustained from relationships and events can create feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness and rejection. Seeking help is the first step toward finding your sense of balance and connection. Every individual has the ability within themselves to achieve the balance that they need for their lives. It is my goal as a counselor to assist you with the navigation of this journey.
(662) 736-1396 View (662) 736-1396
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Carrie Ann Carr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC-S, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oxford, MS 38655
Waitlist for new clients
My mission is to provide clients with clear guidance, compassionate encouragement, and sound accountability so that they may organically evolve into their ideal self. I utilize a variety of efficacious treatment approaches in constructing a tailored journey towards balance, health, and success. I possess a high-energy, yet compassionate, therapeutic approach to promote each person's desired level of success. I especially enjoy working with other mental health and health care professionals to enable them to perform their jobs more effectively.
My mission is to provide clients with clear guidance, compassionate encouragement, and sound accountability so that they may organically evolve into their ideal self. I utilize a variety of efficacious treatment approaches in constructing a tailored journey towards balance, health, and success. I possess a high-energy, yet compassionate, therapeutic approach to promote each person's desired level of success. I especially enjoy working with other mental health and health care professionals to enable them to perform their jobs more effectively.
(662) 506-3399 View (662) 506-3399
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Wesley B Bell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EAP/EAL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford, MS 38655
I have a wide range of clients that I enjoy working with. I am trained in EMDR, which is a trauma-focused therapy. I really enjoy seeing clients heal their past traumas and find new growth in their life. I am also trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and really enjoy utilizing this model with couples. I am also an equine therapist.
I have a wide range of clients that I enjoy working with. I am trained in EMDR, which is a trauma-focused therapy. I really enjoy seeing clients heal their past traumas and find new growth in their life. I am also trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and really enjoy utilizing this model with couples. I am also an equine therapist.
(662) 780-2506 View (662) 780-2506
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Wright Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Oxford, MS 38655
Life is about relationships: Couples, Marriage, Families, Friends, Co-Workers. However, broken promises, lost love, abandonment, endless conflict, lack of trust, addictions, loss of intimacy, anger and avoidance all create fear, pain, rejection and loneliness. You feel disconnected and are in search of acceptance, belonging, comfort and safety. Using specialized methods of counseling, we can help you avoid misunderstandings, improve communication, heal past hurts, understand one another better and strengthen the relationships that make life important.
Life is about relationships: Couples, Marriage, Families, Friends, Co-Workers. However, broken promises, lost love, abandonment, endless conflict, lack of trust, addictions, loss of intimacy, anger and avoidance all create fear, pain, rejection and loneliness. You feel disconnected and are in search of acceptance, belonging, comfort and safety. Using specialized methods of counseling, we can help you avoid misunderstandings, improve communication, heal past hurts, understand one another better and strengthen the relationships that make life important.
(662) 595-4042 View (662) 595-4042
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Taryn Mau
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Oxford, MS 38655  (Online Only)
Many of my clients enter therapy for the first time not knowing what to expect. As your therapist, I will explain the therapy process and paint a clear picture of where we are going. I work to provide an empathetic, safe environment for all of my clients, but I am especially skilled at helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transition & existential issues. My training also equips me to work with couples and families struggling with a wide variety of challenges. Some of these may include infidelity, parenting issues, and pre-marital counseling. I love helping couples connect who are struggling to do so.
Many of my clients enter therapy for the first time not knowing what to expect. As your therapist, I will explain the therapy process and paint a clear picture of where we are going. I work to provide an empathetic, safe environment for all of my clients, but I am especially skilled at helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transition & existential issues. My training also equips me to work with couples and families struggling with a wide variety of challenges. Some of these may include infidelity, parenting issues, and pre-marital counseling. I love helping couples connect who are struggling to do so.
(469) 813-7645 View (469) 813-7645
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Heath Gerald Ferguson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCC
Verified Verified
Oxford, MS 38655
I truly love helping people discover just how precious and important they are to the world around them. I do not like to see people suffer. I know what that feels like. I believe that the client has, within himself or herself, the ability to find his or her way to wellness when they are given the right person to accompany them on that way. Moreover, I have discovered that when the client is given the opportunity to safely explore his or her self and how they relate to the world around them that they arrive at healthier understandings how they exist in their worlds. When they do, they gain agency and the capacity to heal.
I truly love helping people discover just how precious and important they are to the world around them. I do not like to see people suffer. I know what that feels like. I believe that the client has, within himself or herself, the ability to find his or her way to wellness when they are given the right person to accompany them on that way. Moreover, I have discovered that when the client is given the opportunity to safely explore his or her self and how they relate to the world around them that they arrive at healthier understandings how they exist in their worlds. When they do, they gain agency and the capacity to heal.
(601) 843-2487 View (601) 843-2487
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New Light Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oxford, MS 38655
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Sometimes in our journey we find ourselves feeling trapped with no one to turn to and no solutions in sight. I work with adult individuals and couples trying to improve themselves and their relationships with others. I am passionate about helping you become the best version of yourself. My training as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, along with many of the same life experiences, enables me to assist you in sorting out problems and issues you feel you would like to work on and improve.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Sometimes in our journey we find ourselves feeling trapped with no one to turn to and no solutions in sight. I work with adult individuals and couples trying to improve themselves and their relationships with others. I am passionate about helping you become the best version of yourself. My training as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, along with many of the same life experiences, enables me to assist you in sorting out problems and issues you feel you would like to work on and improve.
(662) 655-0054 View (662) 655-0054

Online Therapists

Photo of Stephanie Norris-Sartain Eaton - Compass Counseling Center, Ed S, NCC, NCSC, LPC, BC-TMH, Licensed Professional Counselor
Compass Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ed S, NCC, NCSC, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corinth, MS 38834
Is your child dealing with behavioral problems or mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, or social stress? As a parent, it is easy to feel powerless watching your child battle something, not knowing how to help. I have dedicated my life to helping families through these and many other challenges. You may not be able to control the issues your child is facing in school, behavioral challenges, or change past traumatic events, but you can get them the help they need today. It’s a step you can take for your child that can change the entire course of their life.
Is your child dealing with behavioral problems or mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, or social stress? As a parent, it is easy to feel powerless watching your child battle something, not knowing how to help. I have dedicated my life to helping families through these and many other challenges. You may not be able to control the issues your child is facing in school, behavioral challenges, or change past traumatic events, but you can get them the help they need today. It’s a step you can take for your child that can change the entire course of their life.
(662) 300-3549 View (662) 300-3549
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Laura Merrill McCaleb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Starkville, MS 39759
Few feelings are more frustrating than finding yourself stuck in the same painful place you swore you'd never be in again. Depression, anger, anxiety, fear, and resentment can trap you, along with the habit of putting others' well-being before your own, returning to unhealthy relationships, engaging in self-destructive behaviors, or turning to substances that only worsen your struggles. These patterns can leave you feeling ashamed, overwhelmed, and hopeless.
Few feelings are more frustrating than finding yourself stuck in the same painful place you swore you'd never be in again. Depression, anger, anxiety, fear, and resentment can trap you, along with the habit of putting others' well-being before your own, returning to unhealthy relationships, engaging in self-destructive behaviors, or turning to substances that only worsen your struggles. These patterns can leave you feeling ashamed, overwhelmed, and hopeless.
(662) 876-1363 View (662) 876-1363
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Kris Allen Riddle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Tupelo, MS 38804
After graduating from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology in 1996, Kris began his career working with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. He earned his Masters Degree in Counselor Education in 2001, and became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2008. Since then Kris has worked in Inpatient Psychiatric and Outpatient Settings. He has received training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TFCBT) for children, the Gottman Method Level 2 for Couples Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
After graduating from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology in 1996, Kris began his career working with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. He earned his Masters Degree in Counselor Education in 2001, and became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2008. Since then Kris has worked in Inpatient Psychiatric and Outpatient Settings. He has received training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TFCBT) for children, the Gottman Method Level 2 for Couples Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
(662) 430-3746 View (662) 430-3746
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Kenya Crawford-Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
West Point, MS 39773
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.
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.
(662) 450-3358 View (662) 450-3358
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Sias Counseling Services,LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
Greenwood, MS 38930
Sias Counseling Services believes change begins with your mind. I possess integrity, professionalism, empathy, and determination to positively transform your mental health.
Sias Counseling Services believes change begins with your mind. I possess integrity, professionalism, empathy, and determination to positively transform your mental health.
(662) 337-8437 View (662) 337-8437
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Compass Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corinth, MS 38834
Every day, therapists work with clients who have experienced past trauma, grief or loss, addiction(s), food issues, lasting effects from abuse, or other life altering challenges. I am skilled at helping trauma victims learn to "tell their story" in a safe and non-judgmental environment and guide them towards healing. It is my mission to assist clients in seeing dramatic improvements in their ability to trust, forgive, recover, and learn to move forward with their lives.
Every day, therapists work with clients who have experienced past trauma, grief or loss, addiction(s), food issues, lasting effects from abuse, or other life altering challenges. I am skilled at helping trauma victims learn to "tell their story" in a safe and non-judgmental environment and guide them towards healing. It is my mission to assist clients in seeing dramatic improvements in their ability to trust, forgive, recover, and learn to move forward with their lives.
(662) 504-4530 View (662) 504-4530
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Kevin W Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Starkville, MS 39759
Kevin Armstrong provides professional counseling in Ridgeland and Starkville to families, couples and adult individuals. Kevin received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and his Masters of Arts in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Kevin is dedicated to providing the highest standard of professional service while remaining respectful, nonjudgmental, and is well equipped to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, marriage and family problems, addiction, parenting difficulties, and more.
Kevin Armstrong provides professional counseling in Ridgeland and Starkville to families, couples and adult individuals. Kevin received his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and his Masters of Arts in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Kevin is dedicated to providing the highest standard of professional service while remaining respectful, nonjudgmental, and is well equipped to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, marriage and family problems, addiction, parenting difficulties, and more.
(662) 246-2425 View (662) 246-2425
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Stephanie Armstrong
Pre-Licensed Professional, P-LPC
Verified Verified
Southaven, MS 38671
Immediate Openings for Cigna, Aetna, and Self-Pay! I work with individuals, couples, and families from a myriad of backgrounds. I have experience in treating issues relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, difficulties with interpersonal relationships, and self-identity. My eclectic, holistic approach to counseling helps me to meet my clients where they are by fostering acceptance and security in the counseling relationship.
Immediate Openings for Cigna, Aetna, and Self-Pay! I work with individuals, couples, and families from a myriad of backgrounds. I have experience in treating issues relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, difficulties with interpersonal relationships, and self-identity. My eclectic, holistic approach to counseling helps me to meet my clients where they are by fostering acceptance and security in the counseling relationship.
(662) 200-4607 View (662) 200-4607
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Taquila Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Olive Branch, MS 38654
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and EMDR Trained therapist. I'm a graduate of Delta State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. I'm living out my childhood passion of raising awareness for those who may be suffering from mental illnesses in silence. I've been providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults since 2014. I'm an eclectic therapist with expertise in working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health disorders.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and EMDR Trained therapist. I'm a graduate of Delta State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. I'm living out my childhood passion of raising awareness for those who may be suffering from mental illnesses in silence. I've been providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults since 2014. I'm an eclectic therapist with expertise in working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health disorders.
(901) 295-3408 View (901) 295-3408
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Dr. Kristina Marie Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CMHT
Verified Verified
Belden, MS 38826  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor and a certified mental health therapist in the state of Mississippi with over 14 years of experience in the field of behavioral/mental health with over 11.5 of those years as a counselor/psychotherapist.
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor and a certified mental health therapist in the state of Mississippi with over 14 years of experience in the field of behavioral/mental health with over 11.5 of those years as a counselor/psychotherapist.
(662) 506-6167 View (662) 506-6167
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Shelley Young Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tupelo, MS 38804
I am a 2001 graduate from The University of Alabama holding a Masters of Social Work with 21 years of experience working within community mental health and private settings. I am licensed to practice clinical social work in multiple states to include Alabama, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Ohio, and Maryland.
I am a 2001 graduate from The University of Alabama holding a Masters of Social Work with 21 years of experience working within community mental health and private settings. I am licensed to practice clinical social work in multiple states to include Alabama, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Ohio, and Maryland.
(662) 723-3924 View (662) 723-3924
Alcohol Use Therapists

Are there specific medications for alcohol use?

There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.