Justin Garris, LPC

Justin Garris is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Mississippi. He focuses on practical steps that help people manage stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, and major life changes. He aims to meet clients where they are and offer steady support during difficult transitions.

He uses straightforward conversation to learn what matters to each person. From there he tailors an approach that fits the client’s goals and situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all plan. Sessions emphasize clear skills and real-world problem solving that clients can try between meetings.

Justin draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to guide his work. He helps people notice unhelpful thinking, try new patterns, and improve emotional connection in close relationships. These methods are used to address concerns like depression, anger, addictions, trauma, ADHD, and relationship problems.

His background includes three years of post-licensure practice supporting people through change and crisis. He describes his style as respectful, sensitive, and compassionate, with a focus on collaboration and practical change. Clients who want a calm, goal-oriented process may find that approach helpful.

When someone is ready to begin, he asks questions about their situation and builds a plan with clear steps. He encourages small changes that add up over time and checks in on progress regularly.

How CBT and EFT Inform Online Work

Justin uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavioral experiments. CBT focuses on changing thinking patterns and daily habits to reduce anxiety and low mood.

He also uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people understand and name strong feelings and improve how they relate to others. EFT is often helpful when relationship patterns or attachment concerns are contributing to ongoing distress.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Justin will talk with each person about goals and preferences and recommend techniques that fit their situation. He adjusts the plan over time based on what is helpful and what is not.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking, since specific options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also make it simpler to continue therapy through transitions and life changes while keeping the focus on clear, actionable steps.