- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma focused work
- CBT and ACT methods
About Connie
Connie Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Mississippi with nine years of experience. She works with young adults and others on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship problems, grief, and life transitions. Connie also addresses concerns like ADHD, self-esteem, parenting strain, and anger in therapy.
Her work is direct and practical. Sessions focus on building a trusting relationship, naming the problems that feel biggest, and trying small changes that make daily life easier. She uses clear conversation, gentle challenge, and goal-oriented steps rather than vague talk.
Connie blends several evidence-informed methods to match what a client needs. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and EMDR for trauma work. Motivational Interviewing and client-centered work help when someone is unsure about next steps or feeling stuck.
Therapy with her often includes learning coping skills, testing new behaviors, and revisiting painful memories at a pace the client can handle. She discusses practical strategies for stress, planning for life changes, and improving communication in close relationships.
Her background includes a Master of Science in Counseling from William Carey University and nearly a decade in outpatient clinical settings. People report that she combines validation with challenge, helping them identify strengths and take realistic next steps.
Before booking, confirm current session options and formats with the practice so arrangements fit your schedule and location.
How her therapeutic approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without being driven by them and then take small value-driven actions. ACT can be useful for anxiety, low motivation, and stress about life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns into parts you can test and change. It’s often used for depression, anxiety, and improving day-to-day coping skills.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that revisits traumatic memories with structured processing. It aims to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories so they cause less disruption in daily life.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, reactions to different methods, and practical needs. That conversation guides which methods get tried first, and plans can change as progress is reviewed.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as session options are set by the practice. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around school, work, or commuting. It also allows for shorter check-ins when time is limited and can reduce travel time on busy days. If you need clarity about the exact online options offered, check the session details before scheduling.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She helps people with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship problems, self-esteem, ADHD, and life transitions.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses a mix of client-centered conversation, cognitive behavioral techniques, ACT, EMDR for trauma, and motivational interviewing to guide practical steps and choices.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of work in mental health, primarily in outpatient clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an MS LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Mississippi.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time and works with people located in the United States.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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