Ms/Mrs Mitchell is a wonderful woman to talk to.
Poythress Mitchell, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Poythress is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Poythress. View 31 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia
Recent reviews
Poythress brings a calm, but firm energy to our sessions. She’s an active listener and provides tools and suggestions without feeling judgmental or pushy. She has a great sense of humor and I’ve thoroughly benefited from our sessions.
More about Poythress
- 27 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Greetings! My name is Poythress and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Virginia. I have over 20 years experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential, Case Management, outpatient, in-home, and addictions. I have worked with a broad range of clinical situation. As a therapist, my philosophy is to bring an effective blend of experience, expertise, clarity, concerns to the counseling process in order to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness to individuals. I have discovered that this approach encourages and empowers my clients to make positive changes in their lives.
I understand that making the decision to seek help can be difficult, so when you come to my individual sessions, you will find that I am compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental.You will experience a warm and welcoming environment where you will feel supported in your counseling journey.
I offer the following services for individuals and families to promote optimum mental and emotional health.
Evaluation of mental stressors and substance abuse issues
Identifying issues and assistance in creating goals
Teaching coping mechanisms for stress management
Developing and implement treatment plans
Providing guidance and support
Specializing in:
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Anger management
Grief
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Professional Training:
Masters in Art (MA), Norfolk State University
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC)
Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Human Service Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP)
Contemporary Theory in Couple and Family Systems
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
ADHD
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Poythress Mitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881286417.
- LPC · Virginia · 0701010351 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Poythress Mitchell
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Ms/Mrs Mitchell is a wonderful woman to talk to.
Poythress brings a calm, but firm energy to our sessions. She’s an active listener and provides tools and suggestions without feeling judgmental or pushy. She has a great sense of humor and I’ve thoroughly benefited from our sessions.
I have thoroughly enjoyed having Mrs. Mitchell as my therapist. It’s been a great experience working with her. I feel as if I’m coming out of a shell after 47 years. I feel phenomenal
She’s amazing! I’ve been very hesitant to try therapy again as I haven’t found meshed well with my therapists in the past, but Poythress as a way of being real with you but no judgmental at the same time that’s refreshing! I would recommend her a million times over
Ms. Poythress has been a great help with the sessions that I've had last summer.
I greatly appreciate that Poythress Mitchell makes me laugh in our video calls together each week. I also greatly appreciate how she has “real talk” with me and it doesn’t feel “clinical.” Furthermore, I greatly appreciate how she shares tidbits of her life with me (i.e. the joy of having a kindergarten-age granddaughter), which I love hearing about because I am a kindergarten teacher.
Poythress has been my therapist through some of the most difficult times in my career. She has given me a very good perspective and sage advice during my troubles.
Poythress is a lovely woman who listens carefully and then offers positive responses that put responsibility for my actions on me. She maintains a professional demeanor while still showing warmth and understanding. I hope to continue to work with her.
She has useful ideas and I am making progress based on her thoughts.
So far so good
Poythress is fantastic. She was able to adapt her therapy techniques to my personality instantaneously and present information in the way that I need to hear it.
Poythress is a comfort to me!
Ms. Mitchell is a wonderful therapist. It's like talking to a friend. She tells me what I am doing wrong and gives suggestions on how to improve.
She is amazing, versatile, and down to earth. I have experienced multiple benefits from our session and specifically her consult in next actions.
We have a good laugh. She helps put things into perspective
Amazing so far
Funny, Always enjoy our sessions ,gets right to the heart of the issues. Understands me
...as a work in progress, Poythress has my confidence as does little else.
Poythress makes me laugh! She helps me regain my perspective when things seem really down.
She is helping me focus and prioritize right now. I desperately need someone in my corner and she is it!
Ms. Mitchell is a thoughtful, responsive therapist who has a friendly demeanor and nonjudgmental approach that I appreciate. She makes every effort to listen to me and understand my concerns, and offers a variety of methods to help me self examine and find solutions. I feel I can trust her and her advice and would highly recommend her to others.
Understanding, helpful, and knowledgeable
She is the counselor for me
She was wonderful and very insightful. She was very prompt in responding and offered wonderful suggestions and guidance for me during a troublesome time. I highly recommend her.
Was able to help me think through my feelings and look for the deeper answers.
Ms. Mitchell is honest with me. She tells me the truth about my flaws, and opens my mind to new perspectives. Ms. Mitchell makes therapy feel like a conversation, she makes you comfortable to reveal the dark side, but is gentle to bring you to the light. So grateful for her.
Poythress has been a delight to work with. She is gentle and supportive but also tells me what I need to hear (even if I don't always want to). I would recommend her to anyone!
Poythress has helped me through a dark and difficult time with understanding and some frank talk. She had me find a rock to keep me grounded by giving me something to focus on when I'm having trouble.
Went to her for relationship counseling. My relationship is doing better and so am I!
She is great
Dr Mitchell is very professional and helpful while being approachable and understanding. I feel comfortable talking with her and feel that I get meaningful takeaway from our sessions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Poythress Mitchell offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Poythress Mitchell works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Poythress Mitchell speak?
Poythress Mitchell speaks English.
How many years of experience does Poythress Mitchell have?
Poythress Mitchell has 27 years of experience.
Where is Poythress Mitchell licensed to practice?
Poythress Mitchell is licensed to practice in Virginia.
Does Poythress Mitchell accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Poythress Mitchell does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Poythress Mitchell offer?
Poythress Mitchell offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Poythress Mitchell?
Poythress Mitchell can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Poythress Mitchell?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.