She is patient, caring, challenging (*in a good way!), and over all one of the best therapist I have worked with. I appreciate how she hears your concerns and works on a plan that is right for it- changes and goals that are tough but can be accomplished over time. She is all about celebrating little victories and building from there
Ayanna Mills, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Ayanna 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 Ayanna. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri
Recent reviews
Ayanna is a great listener, and has been essential in helping me through a challenging time in my life. I have never felt judged or criticized. She has a great sense of humor and really engages, which I appreciate. Smiling is a great form of therapy for me. I would highly recommend her.
More about Ayanna
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am a licensed Mental Health therapist in Missouri with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I got my BS in Psychology from University of Central Missouri. I later received my MS is Mental Health counseling from Walden University. I've worked with clients with a range of concerns such as depression , anxiety, relationships, self esteem, abuse , and career concerns. I have worked with many other diagnoses and concerns , however those were just to name a few. Along with working with a range of diagnosis I also work with those from many different backgrounds.
My therapy style is empathic, genuine, and honest. My fellow therapist gave me the nickname of the rapport building therapist because I have a way of connecting with my clients that draws them into trusting the process. My approach is a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, humanistic, and psychodynamic. I like to meet clients where they are in the stages of change . I understand that everyone handles things differently and somethings are sensitive and hard to address. Therapy is not an easy thing to do and that is why I am on the journey with you.
Whenever you are ready, so am I.
I look forward to meeting you .
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Ayanna Mills's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629536016.
- LPC · Missouri · 2019003930 · 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Ayanna Mills
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is patient, caring, challenging (*in a good way!), and over all one of the best therapist I have worked with. I appreciate how she hears your concerns and works on a plan that is right for it- changes and goals that are tough but can be accomplished over time. She is all about celebrating little victories and building from there
Ayanna is a great listener, and has been essential in helping me through a challenging time in my life. I have never felt judged or criticized. She has a great sense of humor and really engages, which I appreciate. Smiling is a great form of therapy for me. I would highly recommend her.
She’s been an incredible help to me. Highly recommend
Ayanna - has helped me put things into perspective. She has listened to me, she is patient and offers guidance to my clutter. She has helped and continues to help me, put my pieces back together. If you are looking for a tough love but empathetic and compassionate person. Look no further
Ayanna is a very personable being who listens to you and has a very energetical home expression about her approach. She is truly awesome to talk tkk
Since working with Ayanna, she has really helped me through so many things. She listens to me, and gives feedback which is what I need. Ayanna has helped build my confidence and really put things into perspective based on my past and present challenges. Ayanna is always prompt and professional on each call.
Ayanna is fantastic. She is knowledgeable, patient, and understanding and has suggested some awesome ways to approach some of the things I struggle with. Highly recommend her
Incredibly friendly, supportive, and genuine. Well-experienced and has helped me an awful lot.
Ayanna is always timely and super invested with her clients. She works to understand the issues you are going through and provides very accurate suggestions and assistance with getting to the root of the issue and providing some clarity. I would definitely recommend her and look forward to our meetings every week
Frequently asked questions
Does Ayanna Mills offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ayanna Mills 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 Ayanna Mills speak?
Ayanna Mills speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ayanna Mills have?
Ayanna Mills has 10 years of experience.
Where is Ayanna Mills licensed to practice?
Ayanna Mills is licensed to practice in Missouri.
Does Ayanna Mills accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ayanna Mills 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 Ayanna Mills offer?
Ayanna Mills offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Ayanna Mills?
Ayanna Mills 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 Ayanna Mills?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.
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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.