Rasheed McCord

I am a licensed professional counselor and certified alcohol and drug counselor with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I specialize in working with individuals navigating substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and life transitions. With several years of experience in the behavioral health field, I have supported clients in developing practical tools for recovery, emotional regulation, and long-term stability.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, direct, and grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I also integrate elements of 12-step principles when appropriate, helping clients build structure, accountability, and meaning in their recovery journey.

I have extensive experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, impulsivity, and patterns of self-sabotage. I strive to create a space where clients feel both supported and challenged—encouraging insight, personal responsibility, and sustainable change.

My background has shaped my perspective in a unique way. Prior to becoming a clinician, I served in the military and later worked in hands-on therapeutic roles, which strengthened my ability to connect with people from diverse walks of life. I understand that change is not linear, and I work with clients to build resilience, increase self-awareness, and develop skills that translate into real-world progress.

Whether you are early in your recovery, working through deeper emotional patterns, or seeking to improve your overall mental health, my goal is to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

I work with clients in a collaborative, direct, and goal-oriented manner, balancing support with accountability to promote meaningful and lasting change. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), which I tailor to each individual’s needs. I primarily focus on treating mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma-related symptoms, and maladaptive thought patterns, helping clients build insight, resilience, and practical coping strategies. I also have specialized experience in substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions, integrating relapse prevention and 12-step principles when appropriate. I strive to create a space where clients feel understood, appropriately challenged, and empowered to translate insight into real-world progress.

Clients can expect their first session with me to be structured, welcoming, and focused on building a clear foundation for our work together. I create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment while also being direct and intentional, helping clients feel both comfortable and engaged from the start. During this session, we will explore what brought you to therapy, identify current challenges, and begin clarifying your goals for treatment. I will ask targeted questions to better understand your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and patterns, while also introducing how I work and what approaches we may use. Together, we will start developing a plan that focuses on increasing self-awareness, improving emotional regulation, and creating practical steps toward meaningful, sustainable change.