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Markela Ballard

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting people through anxiety, stress, life transitions, and burnout. I help adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem concerns, mood changes, family dynamics, and major life transitions. Many of my clients are looking for a safe place to talk things through and feel better.

My approach to therapy

As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience, my approach is supportive and practical, helping you better understand your thoughts and emotions while developing tools to feel more grounded, emotionally balanced, and in control. Even when life feels uncertain, I believe healing and growth are possible, with the right support

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a caring space to feel heard, better understand what they’re experiencing, and build goals to feel more balanced and in control.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Tennessee State University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Georgia), LPCMHSP (Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider) (Tennessee)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English