Dr. Juakita Grice, Ph.D., LPC, CTMH, NCC, M.S.

Philosophy of Care

Juakita is a Licensed Professional Nationally Certified Counselor with a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling for the state of Mississippi.  As a clinician of counsel, the style of treatment is eclectic therapeutically in any area of concern for the client. My years of experience in counseling has been approximately 16+ with education, practicum, and volunteer crisis counseling experience included.

My experience of practice in clinical counseling is: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Stress Management, Post-Partum Depression, Chronic Pain Management, Workers Compensation, Pre-Surgical Healthcare, Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), Abuse (Physical, Sexual, etc.), Substance Abuse or Chemical Dependence or Co-occurring Disorders, Anger Management, Poor Self-Image, Geriatric Care, Crisis Diversionary Services, Grief/Bereavement, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Compulsive Gambling, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Evidenced-Based Practice Therapies.

Populations Treated:
Adult /Individual
Adult/Group
Family Management

Education

Nova Southeastern University
Master's in Mental Health Counseling

Specialties

• Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Aging, Relational
• Addictions-Co-occurring, Stress Management 
• Grief, Mild, Moderate to Severe Mental Illness 
• Self- esteem, Health psychology-related, Relational, and Eating issues

Elena Fairley, LPC

Philosophy of Care

Elena M. Fairley is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Mississippi who has 25 years experience partnering with adults, couples, and children seeking help with depression, anxiety, ptsd, life transitions, relationship issues, and children issues. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa) and received her Master of Science in Family Counseling from Alabama A&M University.  

Elena utilizes relational, collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based, solution focused and emotionally focused approaches to therapy always maintaining the creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual and family.

Elena seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.

Education

Alabama A&M University
Master of Science in Family Counseling

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Stress management
• Self esteem
• Life transitions
• Anger management
• Trauma issues

Judy Harville, LCSW

Philosophy of Care

Judy Harville is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Mississippi who has over 30 years of experience providing service and collaborating with adults and children who are requesting help with anger, depression, anxiety, stress management and coping with life issues. Judy completed her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Jackson State University, Jackson, Mississippi and received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern, Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. 

Judy utilizes a variety of therapeutic interventions in the treatment and assessment process, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness based therapy, solution focused therapy approaches provided with passion to help clients increase wellness and fulfillment in their lives. 

Judy seeks to develop and maintain caring therapeutic relationships in efforts to help clients meet personal goals and live healthy, productive lives.

Education

University of Southern Mississippi
Master of Social Work degree

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Anger Management
• Stress Management
• Mindfulness
• Grief and Loss

Sharie Gilner, LPC

Philosophy of Care

Sharie Gilner is a Licensed Professional Counselor certified by the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Professional Counselors. Ms. Gilner received her Bachelors of Science in Psychology/Gerontology from William Carey University May 2013. She completed her Masters of Science in Child and Adolescent Counseling in May 2017. Sharie has been trained to be a Certified Mental Health Therapist by the Department of Mental Health November 2019.

Ms. Gilner has a passion for working with children and adolescents dealing with foster care placement, CPS custody, decreased self-esteem, trauma, depression, and behavioral issues. She also has a substantial amount of experience working with a broad range of adults dealing with personality disorders, mood disorders, problematic relationship, life stressors, post traumatic stress.

Education

William Carey University
Masters of Science in Child and Adolescent Counseling

Specialties

• Self-esteem
• Trauma
• Depression
• Behavioral Issues
• Personality Disorders
• Mood Disorders
• Relationship Issues
• Life Stressors

Warner Buxton, LPC,NCC

Philosophy of Care

Warner is a Licensed Professional Counselor who 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 and 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.

Warner graduated from Mississippi College-Clinton, MS with a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling and has earned post graduate hours toward his  PhD in marriage and family counseling at Amridge University-Montgomery. Prior to this Warner also completed his MS is Athletic Administration at Mississippi College and his BS degree in Soil Science /Agriculture Economics form Alcorn State University In addition, he is Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Counselor; and, a National Certified Counselor.

Warner 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 has worked over 20 years in professional management he has been a certified fitness trainer, former competitive powerlifter and  exceedingly passionate about health and fitness for over 25 years bringing his years of experience in various fields to the clients he serves.  A self-professed “lifelong learner” Warner is a believer in his clients and believes 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 works to develop these principles with his clients.

Warner looks forward to working besides you to achieve your therapeutic goals!

Education

Mississippi College
Master's in Marriage and Family Counseling

Specialties

• Couples/Marriage Counseling
• Family Therapy
• Anxiety Therapy
• Stress Counseling
• Depression Counseling
• Christian Counseling