Brittany Culp MS LPC Associate

✨Allow me to introduce myself.✨

I have some new followers, so I thought I would make a post sharing a bit about who I am and what makes me somewhat unique in my field. I have been helping people on their healing journeys for several years now in various capacities. I graduated with a masters degree in Counseling psychology in 2018, and I currently work as a licensed professional counselor associate. I counsel clients ages 13 years old and up, helping them with a variety of concerns, but not limited to depression, anxiety, PTSD, Self-esteem, stress management, communication, grief, LGBTQ issues, and more. I also have work history as a personal trainer/fitness and life coach. I still do some personal training and fitness coaching, but I have very limited availability. A majority of my fitness clientele consists of women, but I have worked with men and adolescence before too. I am very familiar with body mechanics, mindset, and ways to help people ensure that their minds and bodies are performing at their best, as I wholeheartedly believe that mental health and physical fitness contribute to the overall wellness of an individual. My experience as an athlete has also helped in this regard. Another fun fact about me: I also work part time as a licensed massage therapist. So as you can see, I’m not your typical counselor. My approach is unique, just like you. I offer in person appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays, or telehealth appointments any day Monday through Friday. If you or anybody you know is interested in counseling services, feel free to send me a message.
💜 Disclaimer: if you become a Counseling client of mine, I cannot be your massage therapist or your personal trainer, as that would be a conflict of interest. I can however refer you to colleagues of mine.

Brittany Culp, MS, LPC Associate - Distinctive Counseling and Consulting, PLLC Supervised by Vanessa Fawn Colburn, MS, LPC-S, Certified Sandtray Therapist, Mediator and Jinnelle Veronique Powell, LPC-S

Guilty! 😂💁‍♀️🙋‍♀️

Listening is one of the most valuable skills a counselor has in the therapeutic relationship. This particular skill can be used in several ways:
✨Attending- This is the ability to be physically present for the client, giving your undivided attention, mirroring, body language, and nodding. In fact, about 80% of communication is nonverbal.
✨Active listening- This occurs whenever you are listening with all of your senses.
✨Verbal listening- This is a form of showing that you are listening through the words that you use. These verbell cues are used not only to demonstrate that you’re paying attention, but also to encourage further exploration from the client.
✨Asking questions- Questions allow the therapist to learn more about the client and gain better understanding. This is where paraphrasing comes in.
✨Restating and rephrasing- This can build a stronger therapeutic relationship between therapist and client. rephrasing a client’s statement allows the therapist to better understand what the client has just said in the event that the therapist may have gotten it wrong. So… I guess you could say by me asking “Does that makes sense?” is my way of rephrasing my own statements to further clarify. 🤣

I’m currently taking on individuals and couples for counseling. I offer in person sessions, as well as telehealth. I accept private pay, Driscoll healthcare, CIGNA and Aetna. Contact me for your free 15 minute consultation.

The power of forgiveness.

Whenever somebody hurts you, your feelings are valid. Those feelings may even be justifiable, but what happens whenever we hold on to that animosity for too long? Whenever forgiveness is done correctly, it can be therapeutic for the person who was hurt and can lead to improved mental, emotional and physical health. Choosing to forgive, somebody isn’t for them… It’s for you. Just because you forgive that person, doesn’t mean you need to reconcile with them. Even if the person who hurt you is not, sorry, you can take back your power and use your own free will to let resentment, anger and grief go. To learn more about forgiveness, check out this podcast with the founder of forgiveness therapy.

Speaking of Psychology, Ep. 247: The power of forgiving those who've hurt you