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Dr. Corlissa Wilson

Dr. Corlissa Wilson, LPC

Therapist in Georgia

Experienced counselor focused on practical change

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

  • Action-oriented care
  • School counseling roots
  • Blended family insight

About Corlissa

Dr. Corlissa Wilson is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Georgia. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, and issues with self-esteem or career direction. She helps clients set clear goals and uses practical steps to move forward.

Dr. Wilson draws on 25 years of counseling experience in schools, private practice, and higher education. She takes a collaborative approach and meets people where they are. Sessions often include concrete tasks or activities to try between meetings. This makes therapy feel focused and action-oriented.

Her background includes long experience as a school counselor in elementary and middle school settings, plus teaching at the university level. That history shapes a practical style that blends listening with problem-solving. She often uses short-term strategies alongside deeper exploration when needed.

In sessions, she encourages clear goals and regular check-ins on progress. She helps with communication problems, blended family issues, caregiver stress, grief and end-of-life concerns, and coping after disasters or loss. Her work also addresses panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, seasonal mood shifts, and social anxiety.

People who choose Dr. Wilson find a steady, organized approach. She believes every situation is different and adapts what she offers to fit each person. Starting therapy is framed as a step-by-step process, and she supports clients as they try new ways of coping and relating to others.

How these approaches shape online work

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to each person’s experience. The therapist focuses on understanding your perspective and helping you find your own solutions, which can help with relationship strain, self-esteem, and grief.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It breaks problems into manageable steps and often uses practical exercises to reduce anxiety, panic, and depressive patterns.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, achievable changes. It helps identify strengths and next steps to move past current obstacles, which can be useful for coping with life changes and communication problems.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will explore your goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit your needs. Clients often try a blend of strategies and adjust as progress is reviewed together.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people work with licensed professionals from their own area while keeping therapy practical and goal-focused.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She helps with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family challenges, depression, ADHD, and related concerns like panic attacks and social anxiety.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

The approach is collaborative and practical. Sessions focus on clear goals and often include assignments or activities to practice between meetings.

What is her clinical background?

She has 25 years of counseling experience in school settings, private practice, and university teaching, including work with adolescents and adults.

What credentials does she hold and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - working in the state of Georgia.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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