A licensed mental health counselor is a professional who has a master’s degree (M.A.) in psychology, counseling, or another mental health field. They work two years with a mental health professional after graduate school for licensing. They cannot perform medical procedures or prescribe medications.
If you’re looking for a counselor you can use our vetted directory of mental health professionals to find one in your area. Start your journey below.
Jessica Williams
Gainesville
Florida
Jessica Williams
Gainesville
Florida
At some point or another, we are all in a position where we need support navigating tough issues, complicated feelings, and life circumstances. My goal in therapy is to create an environment where you feel comfortable discussing and exploring your experiences, and the emotions attached to them. I am here to listen, provide non-judgmental support, and work with you to heal and thrive. I speciali...
Stephanie Preston-Hughes
Orlando
Florida
Stephanie Preston-Hughes
Orlando
Florida
I am a licensed mental health counselor specializing in care for LGBTQ+ clients, people in active recovery, and those seeking healing from difficult religious experiences. I have worked extensively in higher education, providing individual & group therapy and clinical supervision. I work with adolescents, college students and adults of all ages. I am passionate about helping people embrace thei...
Have you arrived at a point in your life where something(s) (an event, a belief, a person, your job, your relationships) are no longer acceptable or intolerable causing you significant fear, worry, sadness, lack of motivation, confusion or chaos? Have you become willing to be completely honest with yourself, to seek an alternative perspective from a non- judgmental/unemotionally involved party ...
Therapy is not a solo mission; instead it is a relationship built on trust. As a therapist, I work with you to uncover your goals and empower you to make positive changes in your life. I believe in taking a collaborative, strength-based approach with my clients. I use a combination of Mindfulness, CBT, Art and Animal Assisted therapy (AAT) to help individuals and families overcome life’s...
I serve women in the Cedar Valley. We have often accomplished and experienced a lot in our lives by the time we seek counseling. All of us have periods where we struggle; perhaps we can't sleep, we are stressed to the breaking point and in spite of having people around us, we may feel lonely or depressed. If this is you, you aren't alone. Often, we simply need the right person to walk beside us...
Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed by your thoughts and feelings? Or maybe it feels difficult to identify what's really going on for you? My passion and experience lies in helping adults and adolescents improve emotional awareness in effort to enhance self-worth, relationships and opportunities. Your emotions are important signals to your needs and wants, and by improving your understanding,...
Cheryl Marye Allen-Freeman
Knoxville
Tennessee
Cheryl Marye Allen-Freeman
Knoxville
Tennessee
VIRTUAL VISITS-Telehealth. We specialize in sessions via the internet on high encrypted, Hipaa Compliant systems (similar to FaceTime, Skype, etc.) It allows for same day sessions for clients who are not able to make it into one of our physical locations. Clients can use their phones, tablets, laptops, and PC's. We are a professional counseling firm with experienced counselors in Sexual Abuse,...
Many humans suffer from emotional distress and psychological symptoms due to aversive life events. Often times, negative experiences can become “stuck” in our brains impacting how we perceive ourselves, others, or the world. Our beliefs about ourselves can become skewed and negative. As a trauma-trained therapist, I can help you work through these past events and shift these beliefs in order to...
Meg Garcia
Rochester
New York
Meg Garcia
Rochester
New York
Feeling emotions is one of the greatest, yet challenging abilities we as humans have. Trying to master them when the chaos of life seems more chaotic can be overwhelming. This can be especially true when you are caring for an ailing loved one and are struggling to attend to your own needs. You may feel that you are unable to turn your thoughts off which can cause you to feel that your sensation...
Some find it tough to ask others for help. Most find it difficult to walk into a room, sit down and ask for help from a total stranger. That being said, it’s no surprise that everyone finds it challenging to disclose their own inner narrative and share secrets. Seeking help is the first step in your journey towards healing. Because of this, I understand my role is one of great importance- a...
Shauna graduated from the University of Phoenix in 2018 with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has completed basic training in EMDR therapy as well as attended advanced workshops in the use of EMDR for addictions, and recent traumas. She is a former board member of the Southern Utah Autism Support Group, which helped her help those diagnosed with ASD find appropriate...
I offer counseling to individuals with the added option of signature walk and talks, meaning nature can be our office. At Trailtalk, we believe that everyone needs emotional tune-ups from time to time. We are all working to be the best version of ourselves. But this process is fluid, requiring daily adjustments to find the right balance. I want to help anyone looking to find better balance or...
*Currently Accepting New Clients, No More Waitlist!* Together, let's dig deep and find all the things that are holding you back from living your best life. My approach is less of a one-size-fits-all method, and more of a collaborative experience where we will work together to customize your therapy to meet your needs. Are you wanting to manage stress better? Would you like to feel more present ...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR EVENING AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. Starting therapy can be scary or intimidating for anyone. I'm a therapist with a positive, energetic, and casual style. Together, we go at your pace to find "whys" behind your symptoms and develop real-world strategies for change. Sometimes this is through traditional talk therapy, and sometimes play therapy, sand tray, or other method...