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Vivian Windsor, LPC-MHSP
Tennessee
Licensed counselor - anxiety and addiction
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Motivational interviewing
About Vivian
Vivian Windsor is an LPC-MHSP licensed in Tennessee with 35 years of clinical work. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and change. Sessions emphasize clear techniques and practical steps clients can try between meetings.
Vivian draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. She also uses client-centered methods to listen and reflect what matters most to each person. Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing appear where useful to support substance concerns and readiness for change.
Her practice includes focused work on codependency, divorce and separation, drug and alcohol addiction, and family of origin issues. She supports people dealing with guilt, shame, first responder stress, and common concerns for men, women, and young adults. The approach is direct and goal-oriented, with attention to everyday functioning and relationships.
Sessions move from problem identification to concrete skills. Clients learn to track triggers, shift automatic thoughts, and try small behavioral experiments. When appropriate, conversations also address past patterns that keep problems repeating.
Vivian asks people to be active between sessions. Homework might include short mindfulness exercises, thought records, or behavior changes to test what helps. She explains steps plainly and checks progress each visit.
How CBT and related approaches work in online sessions
Vivian uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify thought patterns and try new behaviors. CBT sessions often focus on short, practical exercises such as thought records and behavioral experiments that can be practiced between meetings.She also uses client-centered techniques that prioritize active listening and reflection to clarify what matters most to each person. Mindfulness Therapy is offered as a way to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, useful for stress, anxiety, and urges related to substance use.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Vivian discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts methods as progress is tracked. That collaborative process helps determine whether CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, or a mix fits best.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example by avoiding travel, allowing shorter check-ins, or enabling conversations during breaks. Ask about available formats when scheduling to find the most practical option for day-to-day needs.
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Additional focus areas
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include codependency, divorce and separation, and family of origin issues.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. The work often pairs thought tracking with small behavior experiments between sessions.
How many years has she practiced?
She has 35 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds the LPC-MHSP credential and practices in Tennessee.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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