Poythress Mitchell, LPC

Poythress Mitchell is a licensed professional counselor who uses practical, evidence-informed methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, and relationship strain. She offers straightforward guidance and calm support. Her manner is compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental so visitors often find it easier to talk about difficult issues.

With 27 years in mental health, she has worked in residential settings, outpatient care, in-home services, case management, and addiction treatment. That range gives her experience with common life problems such as grief, parenting strain, caregiver stress, and challenges related to adoption and blended families.

Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered approaches, dialectical behavior techniques, EMDR, and mindfulness practices. In sessions she helps people identify problems, set realistic goals, and learn coping skills for stress, anger, and mood challenges. She also supports those facing substance use concerns and issues tied to military or veteran life.

Poythress earned a Master of Arts from Norfolk State University and holds the LPC credential. She frames treatment around clear plans and practical steps, while offering guidance that respects each person’s pace and values.

People meet her for help with self-esteem, bipolar concerns, ADHD-related struggles, career stress, and LGBT issues. Her style emphasizes collaboration: she listens first, then helps build skills that fit daily life and real-world demands.

How specific approaches fit into online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, understanding, and following the client's lead to set goals and solve problems. It helps people who need a supportive space to talk about stress, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress management in short-term work.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal functioning. These tools are useful when strong emotions or relationship conflicts make day-to-day life harder.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, discuss options, and tailor methods to your goals and preferences. Together you will try strategies and adjust the plan until it fits your needs.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is helpful for in-depth work and skill practice. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging work well for brief check-ins, skill reminders, or flexible communication between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.