Amirah Nelson, LPC — Therapist in Mississippi

Hi there, I'm Amirah!

My approach to counseling is centered around fostering healing and empowering my clients! I work with a trauma-informed lens that honors your unique experiences and strengths.

My focus

I have worked with clients who struggle with a wide range of mental health diagnoses pertaining to substance use, grief, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have also worked in a variety of mental health settings serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups.

My approach

I utilize a trauma-informed counseling approach in my practice, which also incorporates humanistic and postmodern theories. This consists of person-centered, feminist, and somatic experiencing modalities.

My communication style

My communication style has been described as warm, open, compassionate, empowering, and holistic. Clients walk away with a sense of who they are in the world around them.

My journey to mental healthcare

I often say that this field chose me and that I did not choose this field. Initially, I started out as a Head Start teacher working with children who struggled emotionally and socially. I knew I needed more training to help my kiddos, and that is how I entered the field of professional counseling.

My goals for you

Whether you are navigating trauma, facing life transitions, or seeking personal growth, I offer empathy, understanding, and evidence-based interventions such as EMDR tailored to your unique needs. My goal is to provide compassionate counseling that fosters holistic well-being and empowers you to navigate life's challenges with resilience.

Our first session

During our first session, I will ask open-ended questions to formulate a treatment plan. I always respect client autonomy and inform clients that they have the right to refuse questions. However, I emphasize that the more information they share, the better I am able to assist them.

I identify as...

Female, Cis
Black or African American
Muslim

Expertise

Specialties

Child Abuse or Neglect

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Treatment approaches

EMDR

Humanistic

+ 2 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

Racial Justice

Single Mother

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Counselor Education and Supervision and Counseling from Idaho State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Amirah Nelson