Teresa Rutledge , LPC

Teresa Rutledge is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with nine years of clinical experience who chose counseling later in life to have a meaningful, lasting impact on others. She brings an empathetic, attentive presence and offers emotional support without judgment to adults and older adolescents navigating trauma, isolation, rejection, or painful memories that interfere with daily life. Many of the people she works with have faced self-harm, suicidal thoughts, or past suicide attempts, and she meets those concerns with thoughtful care and practical support.

Teresa primarily practices a client-centered approach, grounded in the belief that clients know themselves best and can make constructive choices when given the right support. She integrates cognitive behavioral techniques, rational emotive behavior therapy, mindfulness practices, positive psychology, anger management strategies, motivational interviewing, and coping skills tailored for anxiety and depression. Teresa emphasizes the connection between mental and physical well-being and acknowledges how stigma and past experiences can keep people from becoming the people they want to be.

Working collaboratively, she helps clients build resilience, address relationship and attachment concerns, and develop healthier patterns for coping and self-care. Teresa practices in Georgia and is committed to providing a compassionate space for growth and change.

Therapeutic Approaches Offered Online

Teresa Rutledge offers online therapy informed by client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness therapy. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship so clients can explore their values, make decisions, and move toward goals - it is often helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a skills-based approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, mood challenges, and coping with stressful situations. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-focused awareness and practical exercises to reduce overwhelm and improve emotional regulation, which can help with stress, panic symptoms, and ongoing worry.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Teresa collaborates with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time so therapy stays aligned with what is most helpful for the client.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and those who prefer remote care. These formats make it easier to maintain consistent appointments, practice skills in day-to-day settings with therapist support, and access licensed professionals from different locations.