Kourtney Buchanan , LPC

Kourtney Buchanan presents therapy as a deliberate step toward greater balance and self-understanding. She works with individuals who want more control over their lives and who may feel held back by past events or circumstances beyond their control. Grounded in patience and acceptance, her approach helps people recognize challenges, learn about their symptoms, and build practical strengths and coping skills to support a healthier lifestyle and a clearer sense of self.

Using a person-centered framework with unconditional positive regard, she focuses on each person's needs, strengths, and goals. She guides clients in identifying where they are now, where they want to be, and creating tangible objectives to get there. Her practice emphasizes collaboration and steady progress as clients work toward meaningful change.

She is particularly passionate about supporting people who live with anxiety, ADHD, difficulties with communication and conflict resolution, depression, life adjustments, psychosis, and self-esteem concerns. Kourtney earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Albany State University in the Department of Psychology and a Master of Science degree from Troy University in the Department of Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Client-Centered and Cognitive Approaches for Online Care

Kourtney often uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathy and unconditional positive regard to help people explore their needs and goals at their own pace. This approach is helpful for those working through self-esteem concerns, relationship patterns, and life adjustments.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT offers practical tools that can assist with anxiety, depression, and coping strategies for everyday stressors.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kourtney works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and she adjusts techniques as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access support around work, family, or other commitments and allow therapy to continue even when schedules or circumstances change.