My name is Cynthia Scott and I have been an individual therapist for over 15 years. I work with individuals looking for help in feel more confident and more in control when problems arise. I am an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and have authored a book called "When Anxiety Attacks", so I am trained in ways people can help themselves . I am supportive of my clients in their efforts to feel less anxious and depressed. I believe everyone can solve their problems and it starts with finding a therapist that is experienced and that you can trust.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Many people are anxious about that first session....that is really normal. We all worry about trying something new. But I can promise it is easier than you think and you will leave feeling "Wow! I feel better, I'm glad I finally called". It is a brave thing to do! So let's begin to find out where you want to go and how you can get there. What is confusing you or hurting you today is what I want to hear about in this session. I want to know what is happening today, what made you decide to call. Sometimes family and friends are not the best people for all our confidences. And that doesn't diminish their importance it is just finding the best person that can help you.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Listening and problem-solving are two of my best skills. I feel my clients feel no problem is too small or no issue is too personal to work on. I feel sadness and depression are good topics for therapy and that everyone has experienced both from time to time and this is normal, life is stressful at times and having a trusted person to help you to a better place is a good place to start.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
These are my perfect clients... You’re successful, capable, and outwardly composed—but privately, it’s difficult. You may be navigating anxiety, relationship stress, or burnout that’s hard to share with friends or family. Even with strong social networks, it’s easy to feel isolated when your struggles don’t match your image. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep carrying this alone. I specialize in helping high-functioning professionals find relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. Figuring out who to trust and who to be careful around is a wonderful skill to work on as well. Together, we’ll create space for new ideas and solutions that feel right. If you’re ready to feel more grounded, confident, and clear, I'm here to help.
Interpersonal
I enjoy helping clients discover their strengths and ways they can improve the outcomes of their efforts and become more successful in reaching their goals. I have very good luck helping people making small behavioral changes and slight changes in perspectives that bring them successful outcomes. I am very good with problem solving using these techniques, as I believe no problem we have is beyond our reach to solve, if we have a better roadmap the solution becomes easy. I trust my client's perceptions and emotions and understand they are in front of me because they feel they have exhausted their ideas, asking for another opinion or suggestion is the first step. A good step! Having an experienced trained partner can make for a great collaboration.
Strength-Based
I enjoy working with clients that have problems with anxiety, however I find that "doing things" differently is a wonderful addition because changing our thinking can take time. Adding a small behavioral change brings quicker results and my clients immediately use the solution in other areas.
Eclectic
I have many tools at my disposal to help my gain access to their goals, I chose what method based on my client's presentation of their needs. I find my success with my clients happens quickly.
Psychoeducation
I use this approach with clients that are dealing with a narcissistic family member. Dealing with narcissism is confusing and devastating to a relationship unless you have tools and information to help and support you. It isn't impossible to do on your own but difficult and exhausting.