Octavia Winder, LPC, MS | Psychotherapist

About Octavia Winder

Focus areas

Anger Management

Schizophrenia

Suicidal Tendencies

Coping Mechanism Development

Self Esteem Issues

Thought Disorder

Relationship Struggles

Self-Harm / Injury

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Narrative

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Music Therapy

Art Therapy

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Octavia Winder

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and clarity. My practice offers a safe, supportive space for personal growth, healing, and meaningful change. My approach My approach to care is client-centered, integrative, and trauma-informed. I draw from mindfulness, narrative therapy, CBT, and other evidence-based practices to support each client’s unique journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery in a safe and compassionate space. My focus I work with adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and identity-related challenges. My goal is to support individuals in building resilience, developing self-awareness, and creating meaningful change in their lives. My communication style My communication style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I strive to create an open, respectful environment where clients feel safe to express themselves and explore challenges honestly and without judgment. My journey to mental healthcare My journey to becoming a counselor began with witnessing the impact of mental illness within my family and community. These early experiences opened my eyes to the need for compassionate, accessible care and inspired a deep commitment to supporting others in their healing. Through formal training and lived experience, I’ve developed a passion for helping individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives. My goals for you I help clients reach their goals by collaboratively identifying their strengths, clarifying their values, and developing practical strategies for change. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and narrative therapy, I support clients in building insight, resilience, and actionable steps toward personal growth.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Intellectual Disability

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Intellectual Disability

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Mississippi

Education and training

Delta State University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1679234900

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Octavia Winder?

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What practice does Octavia Winder work with?

Octavia Winder works with Rula Health - Mississippi.

What are common reasons for patients to see Octavia Winder?

Octavia Winder frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Octavia Winder on their profile.