Wynona Russ - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

5 years experience | Counselor of Color | Intl Clients Welcome

About Wynona Russ

As a licensed therapist serving Louisiana, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering clients through challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to addressing stress, family conflicts, and individual healing.

My therapeutic work focuses on helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, explore life purpose, and overcome social anxiety. I’m particularly committed to supporting women and men, young adults, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds through transformative personal journeys.

Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, heal from past wounds, and develop meaningful strategies for emotional well-being. My approach honors each person’s unique story and strengths, providing personalized guidance toward personal empowerment and resilience.

Licenses

LPC

8218

LPC

95165

Professional experience

ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Eating disorders
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
LGBT
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Sleeping disorders
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

13 Reviews

“She is great at unpacking situations and helping with how to handle them.”

“Wynona listens to me and helps<br /> Me process things in a way that works for me”

“I always feel heard and validated and supported”

“I’ve only had one session with Wynona, but she is very communicative between sessions using the messaging app. Even though we had to reschedule, I never felt forgotten, and didn’t have to worry about situations we were working through. She’s very thorough with her assessments, and encouraging as you continue to make progress.”

“Wynona Russ is a great therapist! She’s very knowledgeable, professional, and very easy to talk to. Would highly recommend her!”

“We have only had one session with Wynona so far but her help in between the first two sessions, and prior to the first, has been incredibly helpful. She is amazing at understanding and giving insights into different behaviours and how to tackle them. She is curious and proactive in her support and I would highly recommend her.”

“She is really excellent. You can tell that she takes pride and what she does. She also will help you navigate through the things that you need help with.”

“Knowledgeable and caring”

“Excellent and informed”

“Wynona has been very supportive and professional in supporting me in a time of need. If anyone were seeking the same, definitely choose her as your therapist!”

“I love having her as my therapist; she is very compassionate and so helpful when I need her. She really takes the time and care to get to know her patients. Highly recommend.”

“She’s a great listener and very supportive”

“Helpful to me”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.