Mia Morton
My name is Mia Morton and I am the Founder and CEO of Imperfections Counseling Services. I am happy to see that you have the courage to begin your journey . Seeking help can be difficult to do, so I must give you kudos for being so brave.
Being a black woman assists in the empathy and sympathy I have for people of color and the various forms of oppression we face daily.
I feel it is important for the client to guide the therapy sessions so that they are empowered to move forward on their own eventually. I provide services that assist my clients with making changes in their thinking patterns and develop new skills to improve their lives. I feel that my patience and understanding of life and life’s struggles assists me with assisting others. I am also a mother of 2 and a grandmother of 6. I also previously worked with at risk youth through a not-for-profit organization to assist with trauma care, and behavioral concerns. Being a black woman assists in the empathy and sympathy I have for people of color and the various forms of oppression we face daily. On my platform, "You are IMPERFECTLY perfect"
First session
In our first session we will discuss what the client wants to attain through counseling and begin rapport building . Discussing present symptoms and gathering some background information that may assist the client along the way. I will also answer any questions the client may have about the therapeutic relationship and therapy process. An explanation of confidentiality and informing the client that I am a mandatory reporter.
Strengths
I feel that my personality, ability to be non-judgmental, my understanding of pain, trauma and the need for change as well as my patience are my greatest strengths. I seem to have a knack for getting along well with others and am able to meet them where they are to address their needs. I do not make decisions for my clients but assist them with making decisions for themselves.
Ideal clients
I feel I work best with adult females and males preferably Black/African American but am absolutely open to assisting any adults with their healing journey. I feel I have been successful with helping others manage and control depressive symptoms, and anxiety symptoms, while learning and practicing coping skills. I feel that it is important that people learn to speak to themselves in a more positive and healthy manner, and make themselves a priority in their lives.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been using CBT to assist clients with changing thinking patterns that contribute to distress
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I have used DBT to assist clients with identifying and managing their emotions
Trauma-Focused CBT
I have been trained in TF-CBT to assist clients with processing and accepting past trauma
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I use Person centered counseling to create autonomy for my clients
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviews are always in my sessions to motivate and encourage the client to make decisions for themselves practice and use skills necessary for change and create a healthy therapeutic relationship
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Black / African American
Woman
Top specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Other specialties
ADHD
Addiction
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills
Grief
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Individual Therapy
Doesn't specialize in
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Licensed in
IndianaLicense 39004498A