LPC, 1 years of experience
New to Grow
Hello, I’m Octavia Myers, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 24 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover lasting peace within themselves. My approach is rooted in Christian values and a deep belief that true healing begins when we align our mind, body, and spirit. I see counseling as a journey of transformation one where you are not alone. Together, we will identify the obstacles holding you back, build on your strengths, and cultivate tools that empower you to live with purpose, joy, and confidence. Through faith, compassion, and evidence-based strategies, I strive to help you become the best version of yourself whole, balanced, and renewed. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or simply seeking clarity in your next chapter, I am here to walk beside you with grace, understanding, and hope.
Your first session with me is a safe and welcoming space designed to help you feel comfortable and understood. We’ll begin by getting to know each other and building rapport this is your time to share what’s been on your heart and what led you to seek counseling. There’s no pressure or judgment, just an open conversation where you can speak freely and be heard. During this session, we’ll talk about your goals and purpose for therapy — what you hope to change, heal, or strengthen in your life. Together, we’ll begin identifying key areas of focus and start shaping a plan that aligns with your personal values and faith journey. My goal is for you to leave our first meeting feeling seen, supported, and hopeful with a clearer sense of direction for your healing and growth. Every session that follows will continue to build upon that foundation, helping you gain insight, confidence, and tools to become the best version of yourself mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
My greatest strengths as a therapist come from combining clinical excellence with compassionate, faith-based care. With over 24 years of counseling experience, I’ve learned that true healing happens when a person feels genuinely seen, valued, and supported — not just treated. What stands out about my approach is my ability to connect deeply and authentically with clients. I provide a space where individuals can be honest about their struggles without fear of judgment. I blend evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness with Christian principles of hope, grace, and restoration. This allows clients to address both the emotional and spiritual aspects of their well-being. Clients often share that they appreciate my calm presence, active listening, and ability to help them find clarity and peace even in the midst of life’s chaos. I believe in helping people identify the root causes of distress, discover their inner strengths, and build practical tools for lasting change. The result is a therapeutic experience that is not only transformative but also empowering — helping clients grow in confidence, faith, and purpose as they become the best version of themselves.
My work is grounded in Christian values, compassion, and a belief that everyone has the capacity to live a more peaceful, purpose-driven life when given the right support and tools. I’m best positioned to serve adults who are ready to make meaningful changes in their lives — whether that means managing anxiety or depression, healing from past trauma, rebuilding confidence, or learning to set healthy boundaries. I often work with clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their sense of purpose, and are seeking both practical strategies and spiritual grounding to help them move forward. My approach integrates faith-based principles with evidence-based counseling techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy. Together, we’ll explore not only what’s troubling you, but also what strengthens you nurturing emotional resilience, self-worth, and inner peace through faith and intentional living. If you’re ready to grow, heal, and rediscover the person God created you to be, I’m here to walk beside you every step of the way.
As a therapist using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I help patients identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts that contribute to emotional distress and maladaptive behaviors. Through open discussion and guided questioning, I assist them in recognizing negative thinking patterns, exploring the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and actions, and reframing those thoughts into more balanced, realistic perspectives. I also incorporate behavioral techniques such as relaxation training, grounding exercises, and behavioral activation to reinforce coping skills and promote positive change. Each session focuses on collaboration, skill building, and practical application, often including homework assignments like thought logs or daily mood tracking to strengthen progress outside of therapy. By integrating CBT, I empower patients to develop healthier thought patterns, manage symptoms more effectively, and improve their overall functioning and sense of control.
As a faith-based therapist, I integrate psychological principles with spiritual values to support the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. I encourage clients to draw strength from their faith while exploring emotional, cognitive, and behavioral patterns that may be hindering growth or peace. Through prayer, scripture reflection, and evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I help clients reframe negative thoughts, cultivate hope, and align their beliefs with healthy coping strategies. Sessions emphasize forgiveness, gratitude, purpose, and trust in God’s plan while maintaining professional therapeutic boundaries and clinical integrity. This approach nurtures both emotional healing and spiritual renewal, empowering clients to overcome challenges through faith, resilience, and a restored sense of inner peace.