Keesha Sledge
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in the states of Alabama, California, Virginia, Texas, Tennessee, Florida , Hawaii, New Mexico, Arkansas, and Georgia. She has over 10 years of experience working with adults, children and couples seeking help with depression, relationship issues, anxiety and major life stressors. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from The University of Alabama at Birmingham and received her Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Al. I utilizes relational, collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based, solution focused and emotionally focused approaches to therapy always maintaining the creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual and couple. I want to establish a caring relationships with clients to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.
She has over 10 years of experience working with adults, children and couples seeking help with depression, relationship issues, anxiety and major life stressors.
First session
Client will get someone who is concerned about their goals and assists clients with reaching their overall goals.
Strengths
Trustworthiness, the ability to communicate, and holding the client’s needs foremost.
Ideal clients
I want to engage clients that are motivated to change. The client is willing to put in the work to make changes in their life and open to alternative ways of thinking. I would like to assist clients in becoming the person they want to become and achieve the goals they set for themselves. Clients are the agent of change.
Treatment methods
Supportive
Supportive psychotherapy is a type of therapy that primarily focuses on providing emotional support, encouragement, and validation during difficult life circumstances or psychological challenges. Your therapist will encourage you to talk about your feelings, concerns, and problems in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of talking therapy. It's a common treatment for a range of mental health problems. CBT teaches you coping skills for dealing with different problems. It focuses on how your thoughts, beliefs and attitudes affect your feelings and actions
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing is a counselling method that involves enhancing a patient's motivation to change by means of four guiding principles, represented by the acronym RULE: Resist the righting reflex; Understand the patient's own motivations; Listen with empathy; and Empower the patient
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is a type of psychotherapy that involves a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), meditation, and the cultivation of a present-oriented, non-judgmental attitude called "mindfulness."
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 119102
- GeorgiaLicense CSW006054
- TexasLicense 104076