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Kierra Rayford

Therapist(She, Her)
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Depression, Family issues, Stress management
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello, and welcome to this exciting journey designed for you to reinvent yourself in a positive atmosphere and a safe environment.

I am a licensed mental health therapist and received my BS in Criminal Justice Leadership from Urbana University and M.Ed in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. I have over 20 years of experience working in the field of social services, and 7 years of experience as a licensed clinician.

I have maintained positions in a wide array of environments including corrections, juvenile detention, CPS, psychiatric hospitals, schools, and in-home/community based settings. I have experience servicing adolescents, adults, and the elderly populations.

I understand how intimidating therapy can be and I commend you for taking the first step towards enhancing your life. I ask that you are patient with yourself as you are embarking down a new path, and reward yourself with gratitude as you reach new milestones in your life.

Thank you for investing in your happiness, and

Congratulations on taking the first steps to create a better you!!

My approach to therapy

I utilize a holistic approach and provides talk therapy through the use of multiple treatment modalities including but not limited to, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Supportive therapy, and DBT techniques. I am a Christian and may apply Christianity based principles to support your preferences and unique circumstances.

What you can expect from me

Your success in therapy is contingent upon your progress and commitment to attend and participate in sessions, as well as being open minded and willing to facilitate change from your past behaviors. In working together, I will initiate the best treatment regimen designed for you and provide ongoing support for all your treatment needs.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Empowering, Direct

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at University of Dayton
  • License type
    LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) (Ohio), LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) (North Carolina), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) Out-of-State Telehealth (Florida)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Medical Mutual of Ohio

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Depression, Family issues, Stress management
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Transgender issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Structural Family, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English