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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Geri
Geri Burgess, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), holds licensure in Alabama and has 20 years of clinical experience. She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and a range of relationship and self-esteem concerns. Her listed specialties also include ADHD, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, LGBT and intimacy-related issues.
Geri uses straightforward conversations to identify what is most pressing. She listens for patterns that keep problems repeating. She combines Client-Centered work with cognitive tools and mindfulness exercises to help people notice thoughts and try different responses.
Sessions focus on practical skills and clear goals. Geri uses Motivational Interviewing to clarify what someone wants to change and to build small steps toward that goal. Narrative and existential approaches help people name difficult feelings and examine how those feelings shape choices and meaning.
She pays attention to family-of-origin patterns, attachment and communication problems that feed into current stress. She also addresses abandonment, codependency, guilt and shame when these show up in relationships and self-image.
Geri works in English and accepts international clients. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a client completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Geri uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on the person's concerns and to build a respectful working relationship. This approach involves listening closely and helping clients clarify what matters most to them. It is useful for many relationship and self-esteem issues.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and to practice concrete behavior changes. CBT often helps with anxiety, depression, sleep problems and anger by giving short exercises and skills to try between sessions. Mindfulness Therapy is used to develop attention and awareness skills that reduce reactivity and support coping with stress and trauma.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Geri will help clients choose approaches based on their goals, current problems and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.
The exact session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed and reduce travel time. Many people find video or phone sessions help maintain continuity of care despite distance or scheduling constraints.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Michigan, Alabama
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues plus related concerns such as ADHD, bipolar, compassion fatigue and LGBT matters.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is conversational and goal-focused. She blends client-centered listening with cognitive tools and mindfulness practices.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience in clinical work.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and holds licensure in Alabama.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She accepts international clients. Confirm any regional or time zone details when scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.