Dwight is a very kind and genuine. His demeanor was soothing to help me control my anxiety.
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About Dwight
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 believe every new day is an opportunity to teach new skills to others who would like to grow."
What clients say
These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.
Dwight Newell is a truly gifted counselor.
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Dwight Newell is professional.
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Dwight is a very kind and genuine. His demeanor was soothing to help me control my anxiety.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Dwight
Very professional high quality therapy
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Get to know Dwight
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I decided to become a counselor because I enjoyed taking psychology classes in college and saw the potential to use that knowledge to help others. At that point I dedicated my life to serve others who are in need of counseling services. My Christian faith was also a big influence on my decision in choosing a career of service to others.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I enjoy working with clients who are motivated for positive change and just need to develop the proper perspective to help them in doing that. I enjoy working with children and adults because I feeling learning about ourselves happens throughout life. I enjoy educating individuals regarding their condition to help them learn healthy ways to manage it.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
I wish all clients recognized their potential for growth and understand that it is never too late to learn new things about ourselves.
What inspires you?
I am inspired when I see clients begin to understand that they are capable of reaching their goals and become the best version of themselves.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Clients should expect to be heard while they give an outline of factors which have contributed to their life condition currently.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I want to have a clear picture of how clients arrived at their current life situation to better understand how to develop a viable treatment plan to address those needs.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
Clients should understand that my Christian faith guides me throughout the therapeutic process.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I enjoy spending time with family, watching movies, and attending classic car shows.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
My ability to maintain a positive outlook in life is something I have always shared with those around me.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 31 years
- Graduating institute
- Mississippi College
- Graduating degree
- Master of Counseling Psychology
