Congratulations! You have officially taken the first step toward becoming a better version of yourself. Are you seeking to gain control of your life? Have you been allowing your past and circumstances beyond your control to lead you?
Through patience and acceptance, I believe therapy can aid individuals by recognizing problems, learning about symptoms, and developing strengths and new skills. My passion lies in helping others achieve a well- balanced, healthy lifestyle while discovering and enriching the uniqueness of oneself.
Through a person-centered approach, with unconditional positive regard we will focus on your needs, your strengths, and your goals. I specialize in working with individuals to help identify where they are, where they want to be and devise tangible objectives to get there. Let’s take this walk…together!
I am passionate about working with individuals who live with:
• Anxiety
• ADHD
• Communication/Conflict Resolution
• Depression
• Life Adjustments
• Psychosis
• Self-Esteem
Education:
Bachelor of Arts Degree- Albany State University, Department of Psychology
Master of Science Degree – Troy University, Department of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
GA LPC LPC011176
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kourtney Buchanan. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She’s awesome.
Written on Jul 14, 2022 after therapy with Kourtney for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion
She was wonderful. Can't wait too see how well we are gonna work together to helpnheal me.
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Kourtney for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
I appreciate her listening no judgment and fully understanding of how I feel
Written on Jun 20, 2022 after therapy with Kourtney for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
I've only had 2 sessions with Dr. Buchanan but I'm so thankful that I got paired with her. She's so compassionate and has helped me see myself in a new way. I can't wait to continue my therapy journey with her.
Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Kourtney for 1 week on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Therapy had been amazing. I feelings I'm talking to a friend who understands me and has great insi8 and suggestions
Written on May 27, 2022 after therapy with Kourtney for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem