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Navigating significant personal challenges as a single mother has given me a deep appreciation for how adversity shapes human well...
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Navigating significant personal challenges as a single mother has given me a deep appreciation for how adversity shapes human well-being, teaching me the resilience required to rebuild and the transformative power of developing new life skills as a pathway to empowerment and a renewed future. I am here to serve you.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 6 years of experience helping individuals navigate emotional and life challenges. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where we work together to build trust, foster emotional regulation, and explore new ways to approach life’s transitions. I specialize in supporting clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, postpartum challenges, and low self-esteem, guiding them toward greater self-acceptance, empowerment, and lasting growth.
I earned my master’s in social work from Jackson State University, where I developed a deep understanding of human behavior and the power of evidence-based interventions.
My approach integrates CBT techniques that promote emotional regulation, acceptance, and empowerment, allowing clients to take courageous steps toward meaningful personal growth.
I understand that seeking support takes strength, and I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and respect. Whether you’re coping with stress, healing from trauma, or navigating a major life transition, we’ll work to uncover your strengths and build confidence for lasting change. I invite you to schedule an appointment so we can begin this journey.
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As a health pyschologist, I provide psychotherapy to explore mental health concerns through counsel and treatment....
As a health pyschologist, I provide psychotherapy to explore mental health concerns through counsel and treatment.
Dr. Juakita Grice is a Licensed Professional Nationally Certified Counselor with a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling for the state of Mississippi. As a clinician of counsel, the style of treatment is eclectic therapeutically in any area of concern for the client. Her years of experience in counseling have been approximately 16+ with education, practicum, and volunteer crisis counseling experience included.
Dr. Grice completed her Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Nova Southeastern University. Her experience of practice in clinical counseling is depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Stress Management, Post-Partum Depression, Chronic Pain Management, Workers Compensation, Pre-Surgical Healthcare, Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), Abuse (Physical, Sexual, etc.), Substance Abuse or Chemical Dependence or Co-occurring Disorders, Anger Management, Poor Self-Image, Geriatric Care, Crisis Diversionary Services, Grief/Bereavement, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Compulsive Gambling, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Evidenced-Based Practice Therapies.
As a Christian therapist and survivor of childhood trauma, abandonment, sexual addiction, and infertility, I provide a compassiona...
As a Christian therapist and survivor of childhood trauma, abandonment, sexual addiction, and infertility, I provide a compassionate space where faith and healing meet for those ready to break free and begin again.
Aleicha Carter is a Licensed Professional Counselor and ordained minister with 20 years of experience in mental health care and trauma recovery. Aleicha specializes in premarital and marriage counseling, trauma, and sexual dysfunction. Her ideal client is a faith-driven woman or couple seeking deeper healing, emotional restoration, and intimacy with self, others, and God through a safe and compassionate therapeutic space.
Aleicha Carter earned her Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling from Jackson State University. She uses a faith-based, client-centered approach and integrates lived experience with clinical skill to support those navigating trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional pain, creating space for honest healing and restoration.
Aleicha invites clients who feel unseen or weighed down by trauma to take a step toward healing. She offers a judgment-free space where faith and emotional wellness coexist. Clients are empowered to release shame, strengthen their voice, and build healthier relationships. You don’t have to carry it all alone—healing is possible.
Person-centered clinician who understands each person has unique challenges that they face each day. I see you and want to help....
Person-centered clinician who understands each person has unique challenges that they face each day. I see you and want to help.
Warner Buxton is a Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor (LPC-S) who has provided individual, group, couples, and family counseling for clients with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders in a residential setting as well as conducting alcohol, drug, and mental health assessments. With a proven set of diverse clinical experiences and skills, Warner is equipped to assist men, older adolescents and adults, couples, and families in achieving their counseling goals.
Warner completed his Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and Family Counseling at Mississippi College-Clinton and has earned post-graduate hours toward his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marriage and Family Counseling at Amridge University-Montgomery. Prior to this Warner completed his Master of Science (MS) in Athletic Administration at Mississippi College and his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Soil Science /Agriculture Economics at Alcorn State University. He is a Board-certified Tele-Mental Health Counselor (BC-TMH) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC).
Warner has worked over 20 years in professional management. He has been a certified fitness trainer, a former competitive powerlifter, and exceedingly passionate about health and fitness for over 25 years. Warner brings his years of experience in various fields to the clients he serves. A self-professed “lifelong learner,” he is a believer in his clients and in the ability of all people to become their best self. Warner believes that counseling is his “call” and feels honored to get to work along with his clients to help improve their quality of life.
Warner believes that having empathy and building rapport are the foundation to a productive therapeutic relationship and he works to develop these principles with his clients. He approaches client goals within a holistic framework. Taking a practical approach to treatment that is both collaborative and integrative, Warner helps clients gain an understanding of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, as well as the influences of family, friends, social settings, economic class, and environment, so that they can choose better ways of thinking, feeling, and doing. Ever mindful of the importance of the therapeutic relationship, Warner would be honored to hear your unique story and experiences. He looks forward to working beside you to achieve your therapeutic goals!
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Christian counseling in Jackson is a form of faith-based counseling that utilizes psychological and spiritual techniques to guide and support. Often, Christian counselors often incorporate prayer and scripture-reading into treatment to help practicing Christians work through their challenges.
Christian counseling works by focusing on themes of hope and healing through one’s faith. At Thriveworks, your Christian counselor will discuss Christian values and relate them to your unique struggles. You can expect to discuss the following with them:
Christian counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Christian counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer. It depends on what challenges the client might be working through, the severity of those challenges, as well as other needs or preferences.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Jackson is located at 4811 Old Canton Rd Suite A, Jackson, MS 39211, next to the post office.
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