Octavia Winder, LPC — Therapist in Mississippi

Hi there, I'm Octavia!

I'm dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion and clarity. My practice offers a safe, supportive space for personal growth, healing, and meaningful change.

My focus

I work with adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and identity-related challenges. My goal is to support individuals in building resilience, developing self-awareness, and creating meaningful change in their lives.

My approach

My approach is client-centered, integrative, and trauma-informed. I draw from mindfulness, narrative therapy, CBT, and other evidence-based practices to support each client's unique journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery in a safe and compassionate space.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I strive to create an open, respectful environment where clients feel safe to express themselves and explore challenges honestly and without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a counselor began with witnessing the impact of mental illness within my family and community. These experiences inspired a deep commitment to supporting others in their healing and helping individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered to create meaningful change.

My goals for you

I help clients reach their goals by collaboratively identifying their strengths, clarifying their values, and developing practical strategies for change. Using evidence-based approaches, I support clients in building insight, resilience, and actionable steps toward personal growth.

Our first session

In our first session, my focus is on creating a safe, welcoming space where you feel comfortable and heard. We'll build rapport, discuss what brings you to therapy, and explore your goals and hopes for the process. I'll answer any questions you have and work with you to set a pace that feels right.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American

Expertise

Specialties

Intellectual Disability

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Art Therapy

Music Therapy

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master's in Counseling (MC) in Clinical Mental Health from Delta State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Octavia Winder