Our therapists offer anger management therapy in Flowood, MS

I'm Leslie Cain, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twenty years of experience working with people of all ages experiencing life-altering challenges including grief, anxiety, depression, difficult relationships, substance abuse, and poor coping skills. I've found that the trusting relationship between therapist and client helps us uncover unhealthy patterns and reframe our thoughts toward healing. This process isn't always comfortable—our minds resist retraining. True healing comes when we face hard truths about ourselves. With understanding of your goals and commitment, we can create meaningful change.

In my practice, I use several techniques—Person-Centered and Solution-Focused—but I've found Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) most useful. It treats depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship problems, and eating disorders by addressing faulty thinking patterns and learned behaviors.

I know that whatever challenges you're facing can feel heavy, but it takes courage and you don't have to carry it alone. I'm here to help you sort through obstacles and move forward together toward joy and peace. You've got this, and I've got you. I can be the flashlight to shine light on your challenges. Schedule your session today!

Hi, I'm Tency Weatherspoon, a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience helping adolescents, adults, and couples navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges. I take a compassionate, practical approach to therapy, helping clients build on their strengths, develop effective coping skills, and create realistic goals that support healing, growth, and lasting change. 

I take a compassionate, practical approach to therapy, integrating Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and CBT techniques. Clients can expect a supportive, nonjudgmental space where they gain insight, build coping skills, and develop realistic strategies for meaningful change. 

Life can be challenging, but seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're ready to take the next step toward healing, growth, and positive change, I would be honored to walk alongside you.

Lacey Lee is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience. She specializes in trauma-informed care, identity development, and emotional regulation. Lacey supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship issues. She offers a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe, seen, and supported on their path to healing and personal growth.

Lacey received her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from William Carey University. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and person-centered therapy. Her collaborative, evidence-based approach helps clients gain insight and build emotional strength.

Lacey understands that beginning therapy can feel overwhelming and honors the courage it takes to seek help. She creates a safe and welcoming space grounded in empathy and compassion. She believes healing happens through connection and is committed to helping clients feel valued and capable of meaningful change.

Dwight Newell is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field. He has worked in outpatient, inpatient, and intensive outpatient settings to offer quality mental healthcare to assist those in need. He has worked with individuals, families, and couples to assist them in learning the steps necessary to reach their greatest level of happiness. Dwight has worked with all age ranges needing to learn skills to reach higher levels of life satisfaction. Dwight has worked with parents to help them learn ways to guide their children to attain a greater level of emotional health. Dwight has worked to assist children to have healthier relationships with peers and their families. Additionally, Dwight has worked with adults of all ages to help them reach greater levels of work/life balance and happiness. Dwight has worked with persons of all ages to assist them with situations that trigger increased anxiety, depression, and decreased functioning. Dwight specializes in mood issues, anger, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues which contribute to problems in functioning.

Dwight completed a Master of Counseling Psychology Degree at Mississippi College. During his career, he has worked with all kinds of people struggling with a variety of psychological conditions that impeded their daily functioning. Dwight has worked with military families and helped them learn ways to deal with the unique challenges they face. Dwight has worked with people from all walks of life who simply lack confidence and motivation to reach their greatest potential as a member of society, their families, and as an individual. Dwight utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and Christian counseling to help individuals and families learn the skills necessary to grow. Dwight's experiences in numerous settings with people from all walks of life coupled with extensive experience with the counseling approaches mentioned above allow him to assist clients wherever they may be in life and assist them in reaching their goals.

Dwight has learned some things about people throughout his career to this point. The fact is that everyone needs help figuring out the next step in life sometimes. We all have difficult experiences that we have to learn to navigate. Getting experienced, thoughtful advice can assist one at a critical crossroads in life. If you are willing to put in the effort to implement new strategies that will promote mental, physical, and spiritual growth, schedule an appointment with Dwight today!

I am a mental health counselor credentialed as a License Profession Counselor with experience working with substance abuse and addictions. I understand that the client needs to develop insight into their problems and why it has an impact on their career, family relationships, as well as social relationships.

I work with clients to help them establish a stress free lifestyle, through the development and application of coping and self care skills. 

By working with me as your counselor, you will develop an understanding of your problems, triggers to the problems, and how to cope with them. I also help clients to develop skills to handle the stress that is current in their lives and for the future.

Warner Buxton is a Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor (LPC-S) who has provided individual, group, couples, and family counseling for clients with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders in a residential setting as well as conducting alcohol, drug, and mental health assessments. With a proven set of diverse clinical experiences and skills, Warner is equipped to assist men, older adolescents and adults, couples, and families in achieving their counseling goals.

Warner completed his Master of Science (MS) in Marriage and Family Counseling at Mississippi College-Clinton and has earned post-graduate hours toward his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marriage and Family Counseling at Amridge University-Montgomery. Prior to this Warner completed his Master of Science (MS) in Athletic Administration at Mississippi College and his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Soil Science /Agriculture Economics at Alcorn State University. He is a Board-certified Tele-Mental Health Counselor (BC-TMH) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC).

Warner has worked over 20 years in professional management. He has been a certified fitness trainer, a former competitive powerlifter, and exceedingly passionate about health and fitness for over 25 years. Warner brings his years of experience in various fields to the clients he serves. A self-professed “lifelong learner,” he is a believer in his clients and in the ability of all people to become their best self. Warner believes that counseling is his “call” and feels honored to get to work along with his clients to help improve their quality of life. 

Warner believes that having empathy and building rapport are the foundation to a productive therapeutic relationship and he works to develop these principles with his clients. He approaches client goals within a holistic framework. Taking a practical approach to treatment that is both collaborative and integrative, Warner helps clients gain an understanding of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, as well as the influences of family, friends, social settings, economic class, and environment, so that they can choose better ways of thinking, feeling, and doing. Ever mindful of the importance of the therapeutic relationship, Warner would be honored to hear your unique story and experiences. He looks forward to working beside you to achieve your therapeutic goals!