- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- EMDR for trauma
About Jerry
Jerry Lovorn is an MS LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Mississippi with 13 years of clinical experience. He has a Master of Science from Liberty University. He describes his work as client-centered and says he uses cognitive behavioral approaches and EMDR for trauma and substance-related issues when appropriate.
He offers sessions that can include a Christian perspective if a client requests that. He says his classroom and clinical training reflected a Christian worldview, and he will bring those values into conversation when a client wants them. He emphasizes not being judgmental and listens for the beliefs that shape a person’s self-view.
In practice he helps people reframe problems into manageable steps. He uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems stuck. He also applies EMDR methods with clients who have trauma or substance abuse histories, alongside motivational interviewing and mindfulness tools to support readiness for change.
He highlights life experience as part of his perspective, noting how difficult changes can be and how life’s losses often affect family and relationships. He lists concerns he works with such as addiction, relationship and parenting difficulties, anger, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, trauma and grief, career struggles, and depression.
Jerry says he respects a client’s faith and will explore how spiritual beliefs fit into goals when asked. His style favors practical steps, clearer thinking about options, and helping people consider new ways of handling old problems.
Background and approach: With over a decade in practice, he combines client-centered listening with structured techniques like CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Sessions focus on concrete changes, communication patterns, and addressing family and intimacy-related concerns. He aims to help clients identify small, doable actions and to work together on what makes sense for their situation.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Jerry commonly uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in sessions. Client-centered work means the therapist listens closely and follows what matters most to the person, helping them name priorities and decide next steps. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety, depression, or relationship tension.He also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with clients who have trauma or substance-related histories. EMDR involves guided processing of distressing memories to reduce their emotional intensity and can be helpful when trauma keeps someone stuck in fear, shame, or avoidance.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. He will talk with each person about their goals, past experiences, and preferences, and together they decide which methods to try and when to adjust the plan.
Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a workday and avoiding travel time. Because the biography does not list specific session formats here, confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to keep regular check-ins, use short stretches for focused work, and try techniques such as CBT exercises or mindfulness practice between meetings.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He lists addictions, relationship and parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy problems, career questions, and depression among his focus areas.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He practices a client-centered approach and uses CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help people reframe problems and take steps forward.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including substance issues and family conflict.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an MS and is an LPC licensed in Mississippi.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the U.S. can inquire about working together.
How are sessions paid for and priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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