DBT Therapists in Mississippi

I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for all ages who may be dealing with getting past challenges and emotions that have been buried. This often takes the form of anger, guilt, depression, grief, and anxiety. I work to help clients get through this transition time and to build skills that allow them to live a satisfying life. My communication style is open and inviting. I want my clients to feel and know that this is a judgment-free zone. I will listen with both understanding and empathy. Always with the premise, not what's wrong with you, but what happened to you. My goal for you is to collaborate with you and get you to a point where you no longer need my help. This occurs by building a trusting relationship with mutual respect and boundaries. Over time, you'll learn new skills and strategies to accomplish the goals that have been set.

I am a dedicated clinician with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My professional practice is driven by a commitment to helping clients restore balance and improve their overall well-being. I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, and couples, utilizing evidence-based strategies to enhance communication skills, emotional regulation, and behavioral management while fostering a more positive and resilient outlook on life..

Hi, I'm Kristen. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply tired of carrying everything on your own, you're not alone. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. With more than 10 years of experience, I work with children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, parenting stress, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll build on your strengths, develop coping skills, and create meaningful changes that support the life you want to live.

Through my years of practice I have come to understand that the most important factor in having a positive and productive therapy experience is the solid collaboration between the therapist and the patients. In a trusting, confidential and empathic environment one can manage challenging issues and find a way towards self improvement and further growth. I provide support and guidance and encourage self determination to help my client reach goals that are important to them. It's a valuable partnership in which I hope to assist in finding a way to more fulfilling relationships, more satisfaction and greater self esteem.

Hello, my name is Cecelia Hooks, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing telehealth services to adults aged 18 and older. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Tennessee and have over 30 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and a variety of life stressors. My goal is to provide a supportive and compassionate environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives. By using evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual's needs, my focus is to help clients develop effective coping strategies, build resilience, and improve their overall well-being.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals with complex and high acuity mental health needs. My work is grounded in trauma informed and trauma responsive care, with a strong commitment to creating inclusive, affirming spaces for BIPOC, LGBTQI+, neurodivergent clients, and individuals in rural communities. I work across the lifespan, including children (7+), adults, older adults, families, and couples. My approach is collaborative and empowering, centered on the belief that clients are the experts in their own lives and require my clinical expertise. I often describe my role as “working myself out of a job” to help clients build the insight, skills, and confidence needed to advocate for themselves and navigate systems independently. As a trauma specialist, I tailor evidence based interventions to each client’s identities, needs, strengths, and goals. My primary approaches include Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)-(EMDRIA certification pending), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. I also integrate Internal Family Systems informed interventions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, exposure based strategies, mindfulness, and other approaches as clinically appropriate. I adapt treatment for neurodivergent clients and clients with intellectual or developmental disabilities because therapy should adjust to the person and not require the person to adjust to therapy. I am continually shaped by the courage, insight, and lived experiences clients bring into our work. Every advanced training, specialty, certification, and state license reflect lessons learned from clients. I carry their trust, stories, and influence into every session with gratitude and responsibility. To learn more about my clinical approach, specialties, services, book an initial consultation, and private practice, please visit Mapping Resilience Therapy Center at https://mappingresiliencetherapycenter.com/