Niesha Turner, LPC, LPCC
Experienced counselor for anxiety and relationships
- CBT and DBT informed
- Family-focused support
- 20 years experience
About Niesha Turner
Niesha Turner brings more than 20 years of experience in the social service field to her counseling practice, supporting adults, adolescents, and families through periods of stress, anxiety, grief, and life transition. She concentrates on common presenting concerns such as anxiety and depression, parenting difficulties, relationship and intimacy issues, career and life-change challenges, and healing from past abuse or neglect, offering practical strategies alongside emotional support.
Niesha practices from a trauma-informed, holistic perspective that treats the whole person. She integrates cognitive behavioral techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, applies family-systems ideas when working with relational patterns, and uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to build distress tolerance and emotional regulation. Her work also extends to areas such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, adoption and attachment concerns, caregiver stress, and codependency.
She holds LPC and LPCC credentials - licenses that designate professional clinical training and supervised counseling experience - and emphasizes attentive, nonjudgmental listening combined with collaborative goal-setting. Niesha aims to help clients develop insight and concrete coping tools so they can navigate difficult emotions, improve communication, and pursue healthier relationships and more fulfilling daily functioning.
Niesha practices from a trauma-informed, holistic perspective that treats the whole person. She integrates cognitive behavioral techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, applies family-systems ideas when working with relational patterns, and uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to build distress tolerance and emotional regulation. Her work also extends to areas such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, adoption and attachment concerns, caregiver stress, and codependency.
She holds LPC and LPCC credentials - licenses that designate professional clinical training and supervised counseling experience - and emphasizes attentive, nonjudgmental listening combined with collaborative goal-setting. Niesha aims to help clients develop insight and concrete coping tools so they can navigate difficult emotions, improve communication, and pursue healthier relationships and more fulfilling daily functioning.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Niesha Turner have?
Niesha Turner has 20 years of experience in the social service field.
Is Niesha Turner a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LPC and LPCC credentials. License details are GA LPC LPC005235 and CA LPCC 11989.
In which languages does Niesha Turner provide therapy?
Niesha Turner provides therapy in English.
Where is Niesha Turner located?
Niesha Turner is located in California.
How can I work with Niesha Turner as my therapist?
You can work with Niesha Turner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Niesha Turner work with international clients?
Niesha Turner does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Niesha Turner cost?
Costs can vary based on location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Tailored therapeutic approaches for online care
Niesha Turner draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to shape online sessions that meet each client where they are. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and collaborative exploration so clients feel heard and validated while identifying personal goals. CBT helps people recognize and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which is effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. DBT emphasizes practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, supporting clients who struggle with intense emotions or relationship conflict.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Niesha works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines approaches as needed and adjusts strategies over time so therapy stays aligned with progress and changing priorities.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit counseling into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care across life transitions. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent support, practical skills training, and regular check-ins in ways that can be more accessible and flexible for many clients.