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Clarissa Davis

Therapist · Florida

Clarissa DavisLPC-MHSP, LMHC

Supportive counselor for life transitions

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  • Experience7 years
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • SessionsOnline
  • Client-centered focus
  • Practical strategies
  • Goal oriented

About Clarissa

Clarissa Davis is a licensed counselor who focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, and career concerns. She aims to make the first step toward change feel manageable and supported. Her tone is practical and direct, with an emphasis on listening and collaboration.

She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about what matters most to them. Sessions are aimed at clarifying problems, setting realistic goals, and finding simple steps clients can try between meetings. Clarissa emphasizes everyday language and concrete strategies rather than jargon.

Her background includes seven years of clinical work and licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Those credentials are held in Tennessee and Florida respectively and guide her professional practice in the region.

Clarissa draws on a handful of practical therapeutic methods to shape sessions. Techniques from cognitive behavioral approaches help identify unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. Client-centered principles keep the conversation focused on the person's own goals and values. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas are used to strengthen motivation and find workable steps forward.

She often helps people facing life transitions, workplace stress, relationship strains, grief, and issues around self-esteem. Pregnancy and childbirth appear among her focus areas and may be addressed as part of broader life changes. Clarissa works in English and practices in Florida.

How Clarissa’s Approaches Work Online

Clarissa commonly uses client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral techniques when shaping therapy conversations. Client-centered work focuses on listening closely and following the person’s own priorities, so sessions often start by clarifying what matters most to the client. Cognitive behavioral work looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and tests simple changes that can reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.

She also draws on motivational interviewing to help people find reasons and momentum for change, and solution-focused ideas to identify small, actionable steps. These approaches are practical and goal oriented, which can be helpful for parenting challenges, workplace stress, life transitions, and pregnancy-related concerns.

Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and try approaches that match the client’s needs. If something doesn’t fit, they will adjust the plan together rather than insisting on one rigid method.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and support shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Some people prefer working by video for face-to-face interaction, while others choose audio-only conversations or brief focused sessions to handle a specific problem; ask about options that best match your routine and needs.

License and NPI

  • LMHC Florida · No. MH18473
  • LPC-MHSP Tennessee · No. 6801

NPI1720596356

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoaching

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Florida, Tennessee

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Clarissa help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, anger, career questions, relationship and family difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, and depression. Pregnancy and childbirth are listed among her focus areas and can be part of sessions when relevant.

What is her general therapy style?

Clarissa uses a practical, down-to-earth style that centers the client's goals. She listens without judgment and helps people set clear, manageable steps between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including workplace issues, family problems, and young adult issues.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She holds the credentials LPC-MHSP and LMHC and maintains licensure in Tennessee and Florida. Her practice is based in Florida.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

International clients are not accepted at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates are provided during the scheduling process.

How do I begin working with Clarissa?

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