- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
- Trauma-informed work
About Hillery
Hillery Ferdinand is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with 14 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, grief, and career or life transition issues. She also addresses chronic illness and caregiver stress, first responder and veteran issues, and multicultural or discrimination-related concerns.
She uses straightforward, practical conversations to help people identify patterns that keep anger and frustration alive. Sessions look at what happens before and after intense moments, and at small changes that reduce reactivity. Hillery blends cognitive-behavioral ideas with mindfulness and client-centered listening to make plans that fit daily life.
Her trauma-focused work pays attention to how past events affect current coping. That includes helping people who face domestic violence, separation and divorce, or long-term stress from caregiving or chronic pain. She offers strategies for managing flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, and the avoidance that can follow trauma.
Hillery takes a culturally responsive approach and considers how identity and social stressors shape emotional responses. She supports people dealing with prejudice, isolation, or the impacts of disasters and community trauma. Practical communication skills are part of the work when relationships or workplace conflict are involved.
Sessions focus on concrete skills such as thought tracking, grounding practices, problem-solving, and short-term goal setting. She encourages gradual changes people can try between meetings and checks what is actually working. The tone remains direct and problem-focused, with attention to everyday constraints and responsibilities.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Hillery draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy alongside client-centered listening. CBT helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes that reduce anger and worry. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses how past events shape reactions now and offers grounding and stabilization techniques to manage triggers.She approaches choice of method as a collaborative process. The therapist and client review symptoms, daily demands, and personal preferences to decide which mix of CBT, trauma tools, or client-centered work to try first. Goals and tools are adjusted as progress is observed.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into workdays, reduce travel time, or use shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They also allow practicing skills in everyday settings and following up on homework between meetings, which is useful for managing anger and stress.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related concerns does she address?
She helps with losing temper with loved ones, workplace frustration, resentment, and living with another person’s anger. The profile lists anger alongside related issues like relationship problems and grief.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, client-centered style that includes cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness tools. The aim is to identify patterns and try small behavioral changes between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience working as a counselor. That experience includes work with trauma, first responders, veterans, and multicultural concerns.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in New Jersey and Georgia and practices in Georgia.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with her?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the match and locality.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin the process.