Emily Shiers , LPC

Emily Shiers is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi with 20 years of professional experience. She focuses on supporting adults and families through parenting challenges, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, anxiety, and the reunification process for those involved with Child Protective Services. Her background also includes specialized training to work with populations diagnosed with various forms of psychosis, and she brings that experience to clients facing complex mental health concerns.

Emily approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she customizes conversations and treatment plans to meet the specific needs of each client. She works collaboratively to identify goals and practical steps that move clients toward greater stability and well-being. Emily emphasizes empowerment and support, recognizing the courage it takes to pursue change and a more fulfilling life. Her practice aims to help people navigate transitions, manage symptoms, and strengthen relationships while honoring each client’s unique circumstances and strengths.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Emily uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and healing. One approach emphasizes skills-based interventions to teach coping strategies, emotion regulation, and problem-solving - these methods are useful for anxiety, stress, ADHD-related challenges, and managing everyday demands. Another approach centers on trauma-informed work, which helps people process difficult experiences, address symptoms related to trauma and abuse, and build safety and resilience in relationships and daily life. She also incorporates family- and parenting-focused strategies when working with reunification, blended family issues, or parenting concerns to improve communication and practical caregiving skills.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Emily works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then tailors techniques to fit those needs. This partnership supports steady progress while respecting individual circumstances.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or geographic constraints. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow sessions to fit into daily life while maintaining continuity of care. These options can make it easier to access consistent support, try different formats, and continue therapeutic work even when in-person visits are not feasible.