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Top therapists in Jackson, MS accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Jackson across neighborhoods like Fondren, Belhaven, and Downtown. Headway connects you with 313 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Many patients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance coverage.

Dr. Angel Brutus | Synergistic Solutions

Dr. Angel Brutus | Synergistic Solutions

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


Dr. Brutus is a licensed mental health provider and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) in the field of Sport and Performance Psychology who works at the intersection of mental health, sport, and leadership performance. She supports high-achievers—including athletes, professionals, and leaders—who are navigating pressure, identity, performance demands, and life transitions.

In addition to therapy services covered by insurance, Dr. Brutus also provides mental performance consulting leveraging her specialty training in sport psychology, which focuses on optimizing performance in sport, business, and leadership settings. This work is not covered by insurance and is typically more goal-oriented and performance-driven.

Dr. Brutus is known for her warm, direct, and empowering style. She creates a space where clients feel supported while also being challenged to grow. Whether clients are seeking mental health support, performance enhancement, or both, her goal is to help them build clarity, resilience, and confidence across all areas of life.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alma Burrell

Alma Burrell

Therapist

Virtual • Diamondhead, MS


“My approach to therapy is to offer a safe place where you can freely express your needs, and exploration for change.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Affuso

Jennifer Affuso

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field such as: addictions, grief and loss, couples/ family counseling, anxiety, depression and trauma related stressors.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Brown

Jacqueline Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral techniques.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dildred Womack

Dildred Womack

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“My primary focus is on empowering clients to develop positive coping strategies and fostering healthier perspectives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kiara Johnson

Dr. Kiara Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“With over six years of experience in the counseling profession and one year of experience on Headway, I've dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate through some of life's most challenging moments.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Regina Hood

Regina Hood

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), approved by the Mississippi Board of Counselors, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC), approved by the Utah Department of Commerce, certified in DBT, and a certified parent trainer. I am a published author. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my undergraduate degree in psychology at Mississippi University for Women (2003). I also earned a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University (2012).

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angela Miller

Angela Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grenada, MS


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered, focused on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jenelia Branson

Jenelia Branson

Therapist

Virtual • Ridgeland, MS


“My counseling style is pretty laid back mainly because I work from a person-centered approach which allows the client flexibility, comfortability, and an opportunity to be vulnerable in the counseling setting.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kasey Autman

Kasey Autman

Therapist

Virtual • Hattiesburg, MS


“Through various modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Polyvagal Theory-informed Therapy, I hope to assist you...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
William Rowan

William Rowan

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


I am open minded with a focus on empowerment and establishing self-awareness for each client to identify their ability to fix and solve their own problems with motivation, guidance, and hard work.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Ranesha Especto

Dr. Ranesha Especto

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, MS


“I believe everyone deserves a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where they can feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marcus Berry

Marcus Berry

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mississippi


“My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that supports your mental health and overall well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Teresa Adams

Teresa Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“When you leave a session, I want you to feel heard, to feel that you have been in a safe space and where you have gained hope to change, grow and heal.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Marquesha Chaney

Marquesha Chaney

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I believe that therapy should be a space where you can finally let your guard down, be honest about what's heavy, and feel understood as a whole person.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tenecia Bullock-Funches

Tenecia Bullock-Funches

Therapist

Virtual • Hattiesburg, MS


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with a double Masters degree in Counseling and Psychology. I have been in private practice for 10 years.

I am skilled in helping adolescents, children, and adults cope with anxiety, conflict, behavior issues, anger, depression, self esteem, ADHD, marital and family issues and more. I am also a Christian and can provide faith/Christian based counseling. Sessions offered in person, online, and by phone.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Deborra Rikard

Deborra Rikard

Therapist

Virtual • Nettleton, MS


“My goal is to offer a safe, supportive space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change—whether in individual therapy or through our workplace mental health services.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tara Grall

Tara Grall

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“As a therapist with over 20 years in mental health, I am a kind, empathetic, listening ear for those in struggles or in pain.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Imani Miller

Imani Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I believe every person deserves an environment where they feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Lord

Kimberly Lord

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I focus on creating a safe space where clients can openly share without fear of judgment or shame...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura Tanner

Laura Tanner

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I help people facing serious illness, life transitions, and the stress that comes with them find calm and make peace with uncertainty.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Hailey Levin

Hailey Levin

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“My approach is collaborative, direct, and client-centered. I use evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
LaPatrick Stephens

LaPatrick Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I start where my clients are. I support them to process their own thoughts and encounters to provide insight into the challenges they are faced with.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Darreneka McGrew

Darreneka McGrew

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“My approach is warm, supportive, and goal-focused—I believe therapy should be a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nakesha Fleming

Nakesha Fleming

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pontotoc, MS


“I challenge clients with compassion and grace, and I am attentive to patterns of avoidance, emotional dysregulation, and unresolved grief...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chelsea Williams

Chelsea Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself in a way that feels grounded, empowering, and sustainable.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Pechon

Cindy Pechon

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“Having overcome many personal obstacles, I have first hand experience that allows me to truly empathize with others.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Mary Hollingsworth

Dr. Mary Hollingsworth

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“My requirement is to support you in discovery of what you really require for your best life, what is keeping you stuck, and helping your journey from stuck to living vibrantly like the Red Bugloss – even if there seems to be dead or dormant all...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sadie Kate Addy

Sadie Kate Addy

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I believe in meeting clients where they are and working together to foster healing, resilience, and meaningful personal growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Pamela Savage

Dr. Pamela Savage

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“By creating a space for you to feel safe, valued, and empowered, my goal is to help you navigate whatever life circumstances you find yourself facing.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Felicia Keys

Felicia Keys

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mississippi


“My goal is to empower them with tools and knowledge to improve their health long-term, helping them discover their own keys to wellness.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jizette Hall

Jizette Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I focus on helping you learn evidence based techniques to address any issues you may be having by using CBT.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Brent Powell

Dr. Brent Powell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oxford, MS


“I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and therefore feel it is imperative that the client feels heard and understood, as well as providing a clear picture of my therapeutic approach.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joelle Silva

Joelle Silva

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“My passion is helping individuals navigate emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial challenges so they can become the healthiest and most authentic version of themselves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alysius Allen

Alysius Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


I graduated with a BS degree in Psychology at Louisiana State University. I have a Master's Degree from Southern University in Mental Health Counseling. I have over 27 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Cathy Foster

Cathy Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“I have a heart to help people and I like to take the holistic approach. Each person is unique and special, so I don't use the one size fits all approach.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Linda Halbert-Rhea

Linda Halbert-Rhea

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, MS


“My clinical skills are much like a skeleton key, helping clients understand their challenges, overcome obstacles, explore new possibilities, and unlock their inner potential.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Britt

Kimberly Britt

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and develop realistic strategies that create lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kaitlin Filkins

Kaitlin Filkins

Therapist

Virtual • Mississippi


“My style is warm, practical, and down-to-earth, and I aim to create a space where clients feel comfortable, understood, and supported while making meaningful progress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Jackson, MS

Number of therapists serving Jackson, MS
There are over 307 therapists in Jackson, MS accepting new patients.
307+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 79%Relationship issues
  • 78%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 41%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 39%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 1%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 16%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 37%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 10%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Jackson, MS

Searching for therapists in Jackson starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist is trained to provide it. Therapists can support people living with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and work stress. As you compare options, look for specialties and approaches that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples therapy. A therapist’s profile can show how they describe their style, who they work with, and what to expect in sessions.

In a smaller city like Jackson, local therapist availability can vary by neighborhood and schedule. In-person sessions may work well if you prefer an office near Fondren, Belhaven, Downtown, or nearby areas like Madison. Virtual therapy can also expand your options across Mississippi when local appointment times are limited. To narrow your search, check whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you compare communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.

Therapy in Jackson can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find licensed therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and show estimated costs before you book. You can browse therapists in Jackson, review detailed profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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