Our Team
Cori Cater, LPC-S
My desire is to create a collaborative, safe and honest atmosphere. I operate from a client-centered, strength-based perspective and I believe people have the tenacity and strengths within themselves to create change.
Special Areas of Interest
Anxiety
Depression
Grief and Loss
Women’s Issues
Postpartum Depression
Trauma and Complex Trauma
Sexuality and Gender Issues
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Education and Credentials
MS in Mental Health Counseling and Psychology, Troy University – Orlando
Licensed Professional Counselor
Mississippi Board Qualified Supervisor
EMDR International Association Certified Therapist
Level 2 Trained IFS Therapist
Accepts
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Mississippi
Medicare
Mary Beth Ketchum, LPC-S
My goal is to come alongside clients where they are and create a safe environment for them to establish goals and move forward. I use various counseling approaches that all encourage individuals toward wholeness in all aspects of life. I enjoy working with clients of all ages addressing various issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, etc.
Special Areas of Interest
College Students/Young Professionals
Foster/Adoptive Issues
Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
Children
Parenting
Grief
Trained in Theraplay (attachment) and Prepare/Enrich Couples Assessment
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Education and Credentials
BA in Elementary Education, Mississippi State University
MS in Marriage and Family Counseling, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
MS in Christian Education, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Licensed Professional Counselor
Mississippi Board Qualified Supervisor
Level 2 Trained IFS Therapist
Accepts
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Mississippi
Medicaid
United Healthcare
Ambetter
Optum
Medicare
Lindy Oswalt, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH
My focus is to build a space that brings trust, understanding, and compassion into the counselor/client relationship. I utilize a variety of counseling approaches. I have experience working with clients of all ages and in all seasons of life. I believe that growth and healing are possible for anyone who is willing to pursue change.
Special Areas of Interest
Individuals
Couples
Families
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Children
Adolescents
Adults
Bi-Polar Disorder
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education and Credentials
BSW in Social Work, University of Mississippi
MEd, University of Mississippi
Licensed Professional Counselor
Mississippi Board Qualified Supervisor
National Certified Counselor
Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider
Accepts
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Mississippi
Tricare
Medicare
Caroline Phillips, LPC, BC-TMH
Life can be hard and asking for help is ok. Asking for help during difficult or dark moments demonstrates deep courage and wisdom. My hope is to provide clients with a safe, judgment-free, and meaningful space to grow and overcome challenges, to get unstuck. I operate from a cognitive-behavioral perspective but integrate other approaches based on each client's specific needs.
Special Areas of Interest
Anxiety and depression
Women's Issues
Health and Wellness
Postpartum Challenges
Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education and Credentials
MA in Mental Health Counseling, Asbury Theological Seminary
MS in Health Promotion, Mississippi State University
BS in Nutrition, Mississippi State University
Licensed Professional Counselor
Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider
Accepts
United Healthcare
Tricare Certified
Medicare
Medicaid
Ally Austin, LCSW
I believe in the importance of forming a warm and supportive therapeutic relationship that focuses on individual and family strengths. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and compassionate space that encourages personal growth and healing. I have experience working in private practice with children, adolescents, college students, and parents. I work from a cognitive-behavioral (CBT) approach while also incorporating DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), behavioral modification principles, solution-focused treatment, acceptance and strengths-based approaches, and mindfulness strategies. My goal is to work alongside you to foster hope and resilience in the midst of challenges.
Special Areas of Interest
Anxiety/OCD
Depression/Mood Disorders
Young Child Behavioral and Compliance Issues
Adjustment Challenges
Parent Support/Coaching
Children (ages 5 and older), Adolescents, and Young Adults/College Students
Education and Credentials
BSW from the University of Georgia, Minor in Human Development
MSW, Clinical, Direct Practice track, University of Georgia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Served as Co-leader of a DBT multi-family skills group
Member of the National Association of Social Workers
Accepts
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Mississippi
Cynthia McCrary, LPC
Life can be full of challenges, and we all need help sometimes. I desire to create a safe space where clients can be vulnerable and begin to find some beauty and purpose in the trials of life. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and I use a variety of counseling approaches to help each individual move towards a place of healing and wellness.
Special Areas of Interest
Anxiety
Adolescents
Career Counseling
College Students and Young Adults
Depression
Grief
Maternal Mental Health
Spirituality
Trauma
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education and Credentials
MA in Professional Counseling, Liberty University
Licensed Professional Counselor
Accepts
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Mississippi
Medicaid
United Healthcare
Ambetter/Magnolia Health
Optum
Lindsey Speights, P-LPC, MS, NCC
Being vulnerable about the struggles that we face can be challenging. As a counselor, my goal is to create a safe, judgment-free environment that not only fosters vulnerability, but also growth, compassion, and trust. I believe every person has the ability to reach their fullest potential if they have an openness to look inward and a willingness to grow. I practice primarily from a person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy approach, but I always tailor my practices and integrate other approaches to fit each client’s individual needs.
Special Areas of Interest
Anxiety
Depression
College Students/Young Professionals
Couples
Families
Perfectionism
Women’s Issues
Self-Esteem
Adjustment to Changes
Career Counseling
Grief
Spiritual Issues
Training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education and Credentials
MS Marriage and Family Counseling, Mississippi College
BS in Psychology, Mississippi College
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
Nationally Certified Counselor
Emily Loupe, LPC
I believe that counseling is not one-size-fits-all and seek to tailor my approach to each individual client’s needs. I utilize a variety of evidence-based counseling methods to encourage clients towards wholeness. I am passionate about trauma recovery, integrating faith into counseling, and holistic health.
Special Areas of Interest
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
College Students/Young Professionals
Children (Ages 5-12)
Foster/Adoptive Issues
Attachment Issues
Spiritual Issues
Trained in TBRI (Trust Based Relationship Intervention)
Trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Trained in Prepare/Enrich Couples Assessment
Education and Credentials
BS in Psychology with a minor in Social Work, Louisiana State University
MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Licensed Professional Counselor
Telehealth certified
EMDR Consultant in Training
Accepts
Medicaid
United Health
Medicare
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Mississippi
STARKVILLE
Charity Gordon, LPC
We seek counseling because we have been in pain – usually for a while. After trying to ignore or numb the pain, some of us may say to ourselves, “This is not working. I need help,” which are both brave and scary statements to make. My desire is to provide a safe place for people to explore their pain and find their own unique strengths and solutions for healing.
Special Areas of Interest
Life transitions
Spiritual issues
Depression
Anxiety
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Trauma
Parenting
Trained in Beck Institute Recovery-oriented Cognitive Therapy
Trained in Family Trauma
Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy for trauma
Trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Education and Credentials
BA in English and Bible, Welch College
MA in English and Teaching English as a Second Language, Western Kentucky University
MEd in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Mississippi
Licensed Professional Counselor
National Certified Counselor
Accepts
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Mississippi
United
Optum
Claire Griese, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
I believe that counseling is a collaborative partnership between the counselor and client, and the foundation for this partnership is trust. I strive to create a safe and comfortable space in which my clients can untangle life’s struggles and any resulting patterns that are no longer serving them, as well as learn skills to empower them to take charge of their wellness. I practice from a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) lens, though I incorporate techniques from several other modalities to tailor therapy to each client’s individual needs.
Special Areas of Interest
Adolescents
College students and Young Adults
Adults
Adjustment and life transition
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Self-esteem and Self-acceptance
Military-related stressors (servicemembers and families)
Trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Education and Credentials
MA in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine
BS in Psychology, University of Pittsburgh
National Certified Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider
Accepts
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Mississippi
United Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Tricare Certified
Destany Berry, P-LPC, MS, NCC
My goal as a counselor is to create a space for the client to be their authentic self as well as set meaningful goals for the counseling process. I help clients by using evidence based theories and methods as well as tailoring the individual plans for each person to the client’s unique situation. I believe each client can begin to unravel their challenges and opportunities in life with a new perspective to help them move forward when they are ready to progress. I enjoy working with children, teens, college aged students, and young adults.
Special Areas of Interest
Children & Adolescents
College & Young Adults
Anger
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Self-Esteem
Emotion Management
Life Changes
Peer Relationships
Academic & Career Counseling
Stress Management
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education and Credentials
BS in Elementary Education with
a Middle School Concentration, Mississippi State UniversityMS in Counselor Ed, Mississippi State University
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
National Certified Counselor
Melanie Tubbs, LCSW
I believe that connecting our mind and body is one of the most important aspects of healing. By creating an environment of curiosity, compassion and support, I approach therapy from a somatic healing perspective. I use a variety of cognitive and dialectical behavior approaches to support a client through the embodied healing process. I have a special interest in the area of complex trauma and how individuals process trauma in their mind, body and spirit. Life is one of exploration and my goal is to help people find their strength, balance and peace in the journey.
Special Areas of Interest:
Depression
Anxiety
Grief and Loss
Disordered Eating and Body Image
Chronic Illness and Caregiving
Parenting and Life transitions
Emotional regulation for children, adolescents and adults
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education and Credentials:
BA in Communications, MS State University
BSW, MS State University
MSW, University of Alabama
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
TCTSY-F (Trauma Sensitive Yoga - Facilitator)
Accepts
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Mississippi
Tricare
United
Optum
Medicare
Kaitlyn Smith, MS, P-LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
As a dedicated and compassionate counselor, my goal is to provide you with a safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space where we can explore your unique experiences and work toward positive change. Drawing from evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I strive to tailor our sessions to your individual needs, empowering you to navigate life's challenges and discover your inner strengths. Together, we'll foster personal growth, cultivate resilience, and develop effective coping strategies.
Special Areas of Interest:
ADHD
Anxiety
Adults
College Students/Young Professionals
Depression
Grief and Loss
Life Transitions
Postpartum Depression
Sexuality and Gender Issues
Women’s Issues
Training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education and Credentials:
MS in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, Texas Tech University Health Science Center
BSW with Minor in Psychology, Bowling Green State University
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
National Certified Counselor
Board-certified telemental Health Provider
Licensed Social Worker
Allie Struber, MA, P-LPC, NCC
I provide virtual counseling sessions to offer flexible, accessible support that meets clients where they are. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth, you’ll find that my genuine and warm approach remains consistent while my counseling techniques adjust for each individual client. Therapy with me is not about “fixing” but rather collaborating together to explore, understand, and empower you to move forward with clarity, tools, and confidence.
Special Areas of Interest:
Anxiety
Phase of life challenges
Transitions
Military life challenges
Parenting
Women’s issues
Training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Education and Credentials:
MA in Human Services: Marriage and Family, Liberty University
MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University
BS in Family and Consumer Science Education, Western Michigan University
National Certified Counselor
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
Formation Certificate through Christian Counseling & Education Foundation
Certified Prepare and Enrich facilitator
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