Therapist
Brenda Drake
LPC
Empathetic counselor focused on practical progress
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- 20 years experience
- Client-centered approach
- Works with trauma
About Brenda
Brenda Drake is a licensed professional counselor who helps people in Mississippi facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship struggles. She works with clients managing trauma, addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and parenting concerns. Brenda aims to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where people feel heard and respected.
With 20 years of experience, she uses practical conversation and clear tools to help people cope with upsetting emotions. Sessions focus on building communication skills, improving self-esteem, and managing mood swings or anxiety so daily life feels more manageable. She also supports people coping with chronic illness, caregiver stress, and major life changes.
Brenda blends several approaches to meet each person where they are. She uses client-centered listening to understand what matters most, cognitive behavioral ideas to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and dialectical strategies to improve emotional regulation. She also draws on solution-focused methods and relationship work informed by the Gottman Method when appropriate.
People often come with worries about attachment, abandonment, codependency, or blended family issues. Brenda helps them sort patterns, set clearer boundaries, and try small changes that make daily life easier. Her style is straightforward and collaborative - she explains options and practices alongside the person.
Sessions are conducted in English and reflect twenty years supporting varied life challenges. Readers should confirm current session formats before scheduling. To begin, follow the site's Start Therapy process and complete the matching questionnaire.
With 20 years of experience, she uses practical conversation and clear tools to help people cope with upsetting emotions. Sessions focus on building communication skills, improving self-esteem, and managing mood swings or anxiety so daily life feels more manageable. She also supports people coping with chronic illness, caregiver stress, and major life changes.
Brenda blends several approaches to meet each person where they are. She uses client-centered listening to understand what matters most, cognitive behavioral ideas to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and dialectical strategies to improve emotional regulation. She also draws on solution-focused methods and relationship work informed by the Gottman Method when appropriate.
People often come with worries about attachment, abandonment, codependency, or blended family issues. Brenda helps them sort patterns, set clearer boundaries, and try small changes that make daily life easier. Her style is straightforward and collaborative - she explains options and practices alongside the person.
Sessions are conducted in English and reflect twenty years supporting varied life challenges. Readers should confirm current session formats before scheduling. To begin, follow the site's Start Therapy process and complete the matching questionnaire.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Mississippi
Languages
English
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How these approaches guide online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on active listening and building a trusting therapeutic relationship. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflecting feelings and priorities so clients feel understood and can clarify goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people notice and change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It uses simple exercises and goal-setting to reduce anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, useful for mood instability and strong reactions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs and try methods that fit their goals and preferences. That collaboration means techniques can be adjusted over time based on what helps most.
Confirm current session options before booking, as session formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing sessions during work breaks or evenings. Some formats can also allow shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when that is more practical. Ask about available formats when you schedule so sessions match your routine and comfort.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Brenda address?
She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and parenting challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and collaborative with straightforward guidance. She listens first, then offers practical tools and skills to try between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She has 20 years of experience as a licensed professional counselor working with a wide range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She holds an MS and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the country work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start a session?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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