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Desirea Russell, LPC

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

Desirea Russell welcomes people who are ready to make meaningful changes and regain a sense of control in their lives. She focuses on practical goals first, helping clients address stress, anxiety, depression, mood and personality concerns, ADHD, addiction, trauma, and relationship or workplace challenges.

Background and approach

With a straightforward, supportive manner she aims to help clients build skills that carry into daily life and improve overall functioning. Desirea is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with seven years of clinical experience.

Her background includes work in individual and family counseling, vocational and career guidance, and treating co-occurring conditions. She uses evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral and solution-focused approaches, and brings trauma-focused strategies when past events affect present wellbeing.

Desirea accepts English-speaking and international clients and offers several remote session formats to fit different schedules and needs.

Practical Approaches for Online Therapy and Skill Building

The therapist commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy in online sessions. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, and mood concerns. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on concrete goals and small, achievable steps so clients can see progress quickly and apply strategies to work or relationship issues.

Deciding which method fits best is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to clarify goals, assess what has or hasn't helped in the past, and adapt techniques to the client's preferences and life circumstances. Together they track progress and adjust the plan so interventions remain practical and relevant.

Online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to maintain continuity and access care from different locations. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow for ongoing coaching between appointments, and can help integrate therapeutic strategies into daily routines for more consistent practice and progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
This clinician works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, ADHD, addictions, trauma and relationship and workplace problems.
What therapeutic styles are used in sessions?
The approach blends client-centered support with cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused methods are used when past events are a central issue.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has seven years of professional experience working in mental health settings and has provided individual and family counseling as well as vocational guidance.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
The clinician is a Licensed Professional Counselor with licence GA LPC LPC009974 and practices from Georgia.
Can nonlocal clients work with this therapist?
Yes, the therapist accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English for people located outside the therapist's state.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to allow for different communication preferences.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English

What Desirea can help with

Desirea Russell works with clients on stress and anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Desirea works with personality and mood disorders, AD/HD, and co-occurring disorders.

Desirea works with career counseling.

How Desirea approaches therapy

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

Experience and training

Desirea is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Georgia, with 7 years of clinical experience.