Courtney Willis

Compassionate, skills-based support for life challenges

LPC Georgia

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Courtney

Courtney Willis is an LPC based in Georgia who draws on eight years of clinical experience to support people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, and mood concerns such as depression and bipolar disorder.

Background and approach

She uses evidence-informed methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients develop practical skills for managing emotions, improving communication, and navigating life transitions. Her approach centers on respect, sensitivity, and steady support while adapting conversations and treatment plans to each person's circumstances.

Courtney emphasizes collaboration, tailoring the pace and techniques to match individual needs and goals. She also works with issues including grief, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, coping with change, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue.

Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and she acknowledges that first step as an important act of courage. Prospective clients are guided through a straightforward start-up process so they can schedule sessions that fit their availability and begin building tools for lasting change.

Applying CBT and DBT in Online Therapy

Online therapy with this clinician blends practical, skills-focused methods that translate well to remote care. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and adopt concrete strategies to change behaviors and emotional responses, making it useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness; it supports people who need tools to manage intense emotions and improve relationships.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to assess goals, preferences, and the specific problems they bring, then adapt CBT or DBT techniques as appropriate. Clients are invited to experiment with strategies in-session and apply skills between meetings, with adjustments made over time based on progress and feedback.

Online formats offer flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules by providing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain consistency, practice skills in the moment, and access care from different settings, while allowing licensed professionals to tailor pace and tools to each client's needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem issues, career-related stress, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue.

What therapeutic approach does she use in sessions?

The practice incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques, focusing on practical skills and thought-behavior connections to help manage emotions and improve daily functioning.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Courtney has eight years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life adjustment concerns in Georgia.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with the license number GA LPC LPC013142.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats does she offer?

Clients can meet with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their needs.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

GriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English