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Mercedes Harrison

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Stress management, Identity issues
  • Individual therapy

My approach to therapy

Hi, I’m Mercedes Harrison— and I help children, teens and adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about their next chapter move from self-doubt to clarity and confident action.

Whether you're a teenager trying to make sense of growing pressures, a young adult feeling lost in transitions, or someone further along in life wondering, “Is this really it?” — I’m here to help you find your footing again.

I know how heavy it can feel to carry anxious thoughts, self-criticism, or a sense that you're falling behind. Maybe you're caught in comparison, struggling to make decisions, or just unsure of what you truly want. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

In our work together, we’ll create a space that’s calm, compassionate, and free of judgment. We'll begin to untangle the thoughts and patterns that are keeping you stuck, reconnect with your values, and build a sense of direction that feels true to you — one small, manageable step at a time.

I support clients in learning to trust themselves, speak more kindly to their inner world, and take action from a place of clarity rather than fear. My approach is grounded, supportive, and tailored to where youare — whether you’re just starting to explore who you are, or ready to make meaningful changes in your life.

This is about helping you come home to yourself — with more confidence, clarity, and alignment.

What you can expect from me

My hope is that through our work together, you’ll begin to feel more grounded, more connected to yourself, and more confident in your ability to navigate life — even when things feel uncertain. I want you to know that it’s okay to slow down, to question the noise around you, and to find your own way forward.

My goal isn’t to “fix” you — because you’re not broken. It’s to help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been overlooked or silenced by fear, pressure, or self-doubt. We’ll work to untangle what’s keeping you stuck, get clear on what really matters to you, and build practical tools that support real, sustainable change.

More than anything, I want you to walk away feeling empowered — not because everything is perfect, but because you trust yourself more, speak to yourself more kindly, and feel equipped to take the next step... even if it’s a small one.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Troy State University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management, Identity issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English