Dana Ellis is a compassionate and skilled counselor with a deep commitment to creating a safe and trusting environment for her clients. She firmly believes that empathy, trust, and compassion are essential components that allow individuals to share their life's stories openly. In this supportive space, both counselor and client can collaboratively embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. With a strong social justice philosophy guiding her counseling, Dana focuses on helping clients find effective ways to make positive changes in their lives, enabling them to look to the future with renewed hope. She utilizes an array of techniques and therapies tailored to meet client needs, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Reality Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Brainspotting, and Strength-Based approaches. With years of experience working with children, families, and individuals, Dana is well-equipped to address top issues such as stress, anxiety, and anger management. She earned her BA in Psychology from Ashford University and holds an MA from Lakeland University, and continues her professional development to achieve her goal of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. Dana finds fulfillment in working with diverse populations through individual, couples, and group therapy, fostering a path toward healing and resilience.