- Person-centered approach
- Practical coping skills
- Ten years experience
About Quinton
Quinton Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who aims to help people feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. He meets people where they are and works with them to set clear, realistic goals. His style is straightforward and focused on practical steps clients can use between sessions.
Quinton begins by listening to the whole picture you bring - emotional, social, work, spiritual, and financial factors. He asks for collaboration so goals match what matters most to you. He values honesty in sessions and encourages open talk so counseling stays on track.
His main approach is person-centered care that emphasizes genuineness, acceptance, and non-judgmental listening. He combines that with tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and mindfulness-based ideas when they fit a client's needs. This mix lets him tailor work to concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, and codependency.
Quinton aims to create a comfortable setting and to be respectful of diverse cultures and lifestyles. He describes counseling as a collaborative process where clients gain skills and insights they can use long after sessions end. He brings ten years of clinical experience in Mississippi to his practice.
Clients can expect a focus on building a trusting relationship, practical coping strategies, and clear next steps between meetings.
Approaches that translate to online work
Quinton often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify values and take small actions toward them while accepting hard feelings. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and practice new behaviors; CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and coping skills.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Quinton will discuss your goals, preferences, and needs and then recommend which techniques to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as progress and feedback guide the plan.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists can also assign practical exercises and mindfulness practices you can use between meetings to strengthen progress.
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Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship strain, parenting stress, compassion fatigue, and related issues including codependency and mood concerns.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centered approach that emphasizes genuineness and non-judgmental listening, combined with practical techniques from ACT, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness when appropriate.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of experience working with a range of mental health and life concerns in Mississippi.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science and practices in Mississippi.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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