Hi there, I'm Brenda!

I work with clients facing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, anger, DMDD, Conduct Disorder, LGBTQI concerns, and ADHD. I also support those who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My goal is to create a space where you feel understood and empowered to move forward.

My focus

I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, anger, DMDD, Conduct Disorder, LGBTQI concerns, and ADHD. I also support those healing from physical trauma or emotional abuse.

My approach

My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, and solution-focused counseling. I tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique needs, ensuring our work together reflects what matters most to you and supports meaningful change.

My communication style

My counseling style is warm and interactive. I treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. Clients often share that our work together fosters trust and rapport, which enhances therapeutic outcomes.

My journey to mental healthcare

My career as a therapist started from a desire to connect with others and help them engage in meaningful work that brings change. I'm driven by the difference I can make in people's lives and by being part of a culture that values growth and well-being.

My goals for you

A big part of the counseling process involves enhancing your ability to cope. Setting goals provides guidelines for making positive changes. Together, we'll establish clear expectations and work toward outcomes that matter to you.

Our first session

In our first session, I'll ask about the specific problem that brought you to therapy, what you hope to achieve, a brief sketch of your life story, and any past therapy experience. This helps me understand how best to support you.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Gottman Method

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 9 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Police/Fire/First Responders

Racial Justice

Transgender

+ 7 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

+ 35 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Marriage & Family Counseling from Mississippi College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

1855 Crane Ridge Dr, Jackson, MS 39216

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Brenda Drake