Hello from the other side. My name is Bernette. The good news is there is always hope. As we experience the daily human condition, everyone will recognize and address concerns independently/as a couple during their lifetime. However, there are times when it is necessary to seek assistance from others when life issues become overwhelming. Congratulations on choosing BetterHelp in your quest to find support to overcome the struggle(s) you are now facing. It will be my pleasure to help you acquire the crucial tools that will allow you to navigate through the current challenge(s) in life. Finding the resolution to a problem is rewarding and, at times, freeing.
I became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#235) in 2001 and have 44 years of psychotherapy experience. My undergraduate and graduate studies were completed at Jacksonville State University.
My career has focused on Psychotherapy/Counseling, Substance Abuse, and Marriage and Family Therapy, which included providing services to individuals, groups, families, couples, at-risk adolescents, and senior adults in various settings, including community-based, private, and public agencies.
The areas I have experience in are Self-Esteem, Coping with Life Changes, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Codependency, Drug and Substance Abuse, Family Problems, Guilt and Shame, and Women's Issues.
When meeting with a consumer(s), I will utilize the following techniques: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. These techniques will help guide individuals toward a healthier outlook on life. Therapy sessions are conducted on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (review the schedule for session times), and messages are checked during the week.
I always consider it a privilege to work with each individual who entrusts me as their therapist.
Additional areas of focus: Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
AL LMFT 235
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Ms. Harris and I have been working together for a while and she has given me so many helpful tools to get through the difficult parts of life.
Written on Jul 06, 2023 after therapy with Bernette for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues
I Love Ms. Harris!
Written on Aug 07, 2022 after therapy with Bernette for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I am really thankful for having her as my therapist. She has a gift and it was easy for me to talk to her. I was able to open up to her and allow her to help me. She has helped me figure out a lot of things that was going on with my health wise and it helped me figure out what was causing my anxiety. I am in a great place now because of her willingness to go deeper to get me where I need to be. I will recommend her to anyone.
Written on Jan 06, 2022 after therapy with Bernette for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Ms Harris is a God sent. A therapist who truly gets me and can see through my fluff.
Written on Sep 02, 2021 after therapy with Bernette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Ms. Harris is a very approachable and knowledgeable counselor. She is able to recollect details and manage progress throughout the sessions. Ms. Harris takes the time to listen and insert key points to emphasize a concept or emotion of the client.
Written on Aug 11, 2021 after therapy with Bernette for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and coaching
Ms. Harris is very engaging and kind in our counseling sessions. She has given me great insights in such a simplistic way that have helped so much. Every week, I feel more and more improved and capable of creating a better mental space because of her help!
Written on Jul 25, 2021 after therapy with Bernette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem