- CBT methods
- Client-centered work
- Mindfulness practices
About Hope
Hope Spencer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Mississippi with 22 years of experience. She helps people who are stressed, anxious, dealing with grief, navigating relationship and family issues, or trying to manage anger and mood concerns.
She favors straightforward conversation and building a good working relationship first. That connection guides what comes next. After rapport is established she and the client choose practical methods that fit the problem and the person.
Her work draws on client-centered and solution-focused approaches alongside cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness exercises. That mix is used to address everyday problems like workplace frustration, persistent resentment, difficulty with intimacy, or coping with life changes.
Hope describes herself as a good listener who brings energy and a sense of humor into sessions. She also relies on the experience she has gathered over two decades in practice when deciding how to respond to a client's needs.
Sessions focus on clear, usable steps. Clients can expect to talk through what is happening, try simple strategies in session, and plan things to practice between meetings. The goal is to reduce moments of overwhelm and help people respond differently when anger or stress shows up.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Hope commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in practical ways. Client-centered work means the session focuses on what matters most to the person and the counselor listens to understand their experience. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches concrete skills people can try between sessions to manage anger, anxiety, or low mood.Finding the right approach is collaborative. She will work with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That choice can change over time as progress is made or challenges shift.
The practical benefit of online work is fitting sessions into daily life. Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule meetings around work or caregiving, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can use their time more efficiently. The focus remains on usable strategies, real-world practice, and clear follow-up steps whether sessions happen remotely or in another agreed format.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, ADHD, bipolar and related issues listed in her profile.
What is her general style in sessions?
She emphasizes building a strong rapport, listening closely, and using practical methods chosen with the client.
How much experience does she have?
She has 22 years of professional experience as a counselor.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds an MS and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.