Hello and welcome! My name is Brittany Whitehead, M.A., LPC Associate supervised by Brandi M Smith, Ph.D., LPC-S, and I would love for you to sit here with me awhile so I can tell you a bit about myself and my practice. 

In addition to being a counselor, I also love reading, dragons, Taylor Swift, and tattoos. I’ve been married for 14 years, am a neurodivergent mom of four, and I know life can be messy, meaningful, and a little chaotic. I’ve found my way through (so far) with the a little help from therapy, too much coffee, and good books.

I operate from an emotion-focused therapy (EFT) perspective, while also utilizing ACT, somatic-informed techniques, Brainspotting, and a bit of narrative and existential approaches. I’m wholeheartedly and passionately person-centered, meaning that no matter who or where you are, I’ll meet you with compassion, understanding, and a commitment to helping you become your best self.

Being a neurodivergent mother to four kiddos, one of whom is also neurodivergent (team AuDHD!), I know firsthand what it’s like to juggle the unending chaos as well as the beauty of life and parenthood. Having dealt with my own depression and anxiety, I’ve had my share of struggles. But those experiences allow me to connect with and truly see others walking similar paths. I’m here to partner with those who are trying to manage their ADHD, mothers navigating the constant ups and downs of motherhood, and individuals dealing with depression and anxiety to help them find their balance and strength.

I’m honored to support individuals navigating faith-related challenges—including recovery from high-control religious environments, healing from purity culture and shame, working through faith deconstruction, and exploring deep existential questions. In our work together, I strive to help clients feel safe in their bodies and relationships, rebuild a strong sense of identity, and rediscover meaning, purpose, and identity beyond fear or rigid belief. Together, we work toward a more compassionate self-concept and a secure, trusting, and authentic connection with your inner world.

I also love working with children (ages 3+) through therapeutic play. I draw from a variety of approaches—including Child-Centered Play Therapy, Synergetic Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, and AutPlay—depending on your child’s unique needs. It’s truly incredible to witness the growth children can experience through the power of play. Together, we’ll create simple, age-appropriate goals to guide our work and determine which play-based approaches best support your child’s development, emotional regulation, and relationships.