Lea Hunter
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Georgia and a Licensed Mental Health Clinician in Florida (LMHC) and Tennessee (LPC-MHSP}. I've been a practicing Clinician for over 20 years and I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking to overcome obstacles and challenges in life.
I have been practicing for more than 20 years using an integrated style of theories in counseling (CBT, Mindfulness, Trauma Focused, Solution Focused, Narrative, and Family Systems Theory).
I collaborate with clients assisting them to learn new skills to navigate difficult experiences. I help clients feel empowered to discover new patterns and solutions. I provide a nonjudgemental space for all to express thoughts and feelings freely. Over the years I have developed an integrated style of theories in counseling, which include, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness, Trauma Focused, Solution Focused, Narrative, and Family Systems Theory. I offer online Telehealth appointments only. Please contact me today to schedule an appointment!
First session
The initial session focuses on me gaining a better understanding of your needs and experiences. I obtain history, gather details of any symptoms, review family history, and assist you in setting goals. Grow sends email links for initial forms such as PH9, GAD7, and the intake form, which identifies your demographics, symptoms, and needs. I advise that since we are meeting over Telehealth, it is best to check devices to ensure the mic and camera is working in the portal before the appointment, and I also advise individuals to not drive or be in a public places during the session for confidentiality and safety reasons.
Strengths
My strengths as a therapist include abilities to be authentic, relatable, present in the moment, and provide a calm & supportive space without judgment. I bring empathy, feedback, and structure to sessions, allowing me to support individuals while offering practical solutions and skills. I enjoy pinpointing the root of the problem while teaching new methods of coping. I am also an empathetic listener meeting clients where they are. My motto is to "walk with you" in this journey. I also like to use humor in sessions because after all laughter is medicine.
Ideal clients
I love working with adults and couples seeking tools to overcome challenges in life. I'm a therapist who provides a safe and inclusive place. I listen and validates your experiences while guiding you through new perspectives. I work well with clients who are seeking to gather tools to navigate their own lives. Some of my specialty areas include: mood management, codependency, grief, and trauma.
Treatment methods
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness practices and interventions assist clients learning ways to regulate emotions. It teaches one to be in the present moment, reduce reactionary responses, and teaches healthy perspectives to respond to distress productively.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I assist clients in identifying the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and actions. I work collaborative and compassionately with clients to help them form interventions in overcoming depression, anxiety, or self-esteem barriers.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution Focused strategies are useful in helping clients identify their goals and what steps are needed for them to obtain positive outcomes.
Narrative
This treatment method assists with helping client's change perspectives & meaning they attribute to their problems.
Location
Virtual sessions