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Aletha Nelson, LPC

  • Experience7 years
  • LocationLouisiana
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Anger
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Aletha

Aletha Nelson is a licensed professional counselor who uses a client-centered approach to help people navigate stress, anxiety, anger, grief, and life transitions.

Background and approach

With seven years of clinical experience and a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of North Texas, she focuses on practical strategies that support emotional well-being and improved daily functioning. Aletha combines client-centered care with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques to match interventions to each person's needs.

She helps clients explore self-love and forgiveness, work through relationship and family concerns, and address career-related stressors. Her practice also includes attention to ADHD, social anxiety and phobia, and coping skills for change.

In sessions she emphasizes collaboration, pacing treatment to the individual's comfort level and identifying achievable goals. Aletha frames therapy as a space where all parts of a person are welcome and where sometimes difficult work leads to meaningful progress.

She offers services from Louisiana and accepts clients internationally, delivering flexible support that aligns with each client's priorities.

Therapeutic approaches and online access

Aletha draws from client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and creating a respectful space that supports self-exploration and personal growth. This approach can help people clarify their values, build self-compassion, and set meaningful goals.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to teach practical skills for managing anxiety, stress, anger, and mood-related concerns. CBT is often useful for developing concrete coping strategies and tracking progress over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what feels helpful and adjust the plan as work unfolds.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for varied schedules and lifestyles. These formats allow clients to access licensed professionals from different locations, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and choose the communication style that best supports their day-to-day routine.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Aletha commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, grief, relationship and family issues, career stress, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include forgiveness, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her practice is primarily client-centered, and she integrates cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques as needed. Sessions emphasize collaboration, goal-setting, and practical coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Aletha has seven years of experience providing counseling services and tailoring treatment plans to individual needs.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She is an LPC with licence details listed as LA LPC 4534 and MS LPC 2892, and she practices from Louisiana.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does accept international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to her availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefCareer difficulties

Additional focus areas

ForgivenessSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi

Languages

English

What Aletha can help with

Aletha Nelson works with clients on stress and anxiety, anger management, coping with life changes, and ADHD.

Aletha works with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, stress related issues, self-esteem, and life transitions.

How Aletha approaches therapy

Aletha's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Aletha is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Louisiana, with 7 years of clinical experience.