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Mia Bush, LCMHC, LPC

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Anger management Depression Coping with life changes
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About me

I view my work as a therapist through a multicultural lens, and I customize my approach depending on the unique needs of every individual I work with. Many people have told me they’ve been frustrated by therapists in the past who sat quietly and provided very little feedback. In response, I’ve developed a forthright, solutions-oriented style of engaging with my clients that encourages them to set goals for themselves and empowers them to work toward them. I also have experience working with clients who prefer a softer, less structured approach, so I can customize the therapy experience to each person.

I work well with people who want to channel negative experiences in a more positive direction. During my work in prison systems and in the military, I observed the many self-destructive behaviors that people use in an attempt to cope with difficult situations. I’ve helped people overcome a wide variety of addictive behaviors related to shopping, sex, substance abuse, eating disorders and more. I've also helped those who are experiencing the different stages of grief associated with loss.

To change self-destructive behaviors, I believe that people must first change how they think. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist (CBT), I leverage the innate connections between a person’s thoughts, feelings, and actions to enact positive change. By encouraging my clients to question the truth of negative thoughts (such as “people are judging me” or “I’m such a failure”), I help them break out of painful patterns.

I also help them focus on their strengths. Using positive psychology and motivational interviewing, I help my clients reframe their thoughts and view themselves in a more positive light. I encourage them to channel their anger, sadness, and other difficult emotions in a way that helps them overcome life’s challenges rather than becoming more deeply entrenched. I believe everyone has the strength to make positive changes. My goal is to help each person I work with cultivate the courage, resiliency, and potential that is already inside them.

Professional experience

10yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Anger management Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Military and veterans issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems

Services offered

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License information

NC LCMHC 17796

OK LPC 5196

WA LMHC LH61328234

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Mia Bush. 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.

Mia Bush was an extremely caring, sensitive, understanding, and competent therapist. She helped he see where I was struggling and get to the real cause of my issue. 12/10 would recommend.

Written on Feb 24, 2023 after therapy with Mia for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Mia was always very patient with me, and was very understanding of my situation. I am a bit on the sassy side, and I appreciate her not taking any of my ridiculous commentary. I would highly recommend!

Written on Nov 23, 2022 after therapy with Mia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

I appreciate Mia understanding that I need to do chat only therapy and the quick responses and the journals.

Written on Sep 26, 2022 after therapy with Mia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Mia was amazing. She very attentively listened but also offered exceptional feedback. Behavioral and emotional growth is a journey. She provides feedback and tools to help you on your journey. Highly recommend. Thank you Mia.

Written on Sep 17, 2022 after therapy with Mia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management

Though I haven’t been with Mia for long, she has already shown me different ways to look at my scenario. She helps me rephrase what I want to say so that both of us understand my situation.

Written on Sep 11, 2022 after therapy with Mia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

Mia is an awesome person to work with through my treatment.

Written on Aug 04, 2022 after therapy with Mia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue