Sylvia Hooks, MS, FL | Psychotherapist

About Sylvia Hooks

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Depression

Relationship Counseling

Anger Management

Marriage Counseling

Stress

Anxiety

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sylvia Hooks

Many adults experience stuck points, thoughts or beliefs that keep them emotionally stuck The strong negative intrusive thoughts cause the person to physcially or verbally aggressive, binge, suppress emotions, zone out during an emotionally intense conversation or meeting. They feel like they are watching self from the outside. They sometimes self-harm, overthink, experience body pain, or avoid external reminders. Overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, the challenges of ADHD, trauma reminders, relationship challenges, work-related issues. Often times they seek a way to break free from emotional obstacles and choose to become resilient. With over 10 years of experience working with multicultural individuals and families within complex systems, child welfare, probation, corrections, and with 2+ years of clinical counseling for ADHD, anger management, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use, a pathway to insight helped my clients' resilience and decreased their emotional challenges.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I work with adolescents, couples, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional regulation difficulties. Together, we'll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, identify your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you create meaningful and lasting change. Our first session focuses on getting to know you, understanding what brings you to therapy, reviewing your history, and identifying the goals that are most important to you. From there, we'll develop a personalized treatment plan that reflects your needs and preferences. My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care. I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, culturally responsive, and paced in a way that feels comfortable for you. Whether you're seeking support for a current challenge or looking to better understand yourself, my goal is to help you build resilience, strengthen healthy coping skills, and move toward the life you want to create. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward healing and personal growth.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Anxiety

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Pathway to Insight Therapy

Education and training

Fort Valley State University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

Professional memberships

Florida Counseling Association

NPI number

1275496978

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Sylvia Hooks?

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Is Sylvia Hooks accepting new patients?

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What practice does Sylvia Hooks work with?

Sylvia Hooks works with Pathway to Insight Therapy.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sylvia Hooks?

Sylvia Hooks frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Sylvia Hooks on their profile.