We are Connected PRO Counseling, a Tele-Mental Health and Wellness Private Practice based in South Carolina. We are licensed to provide counseling services in the states of South Carolina, Georgia, Michigan, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia.
Meet Dr. NaMetris Blount, Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider
BACKGROUND
Dr. NaMetris Blount is the owner and Chief Operator of Connected PRO, a Tele-Mental Health and Wellness Private Practice based in South Carolina. Dr. Blount is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider, and Consultant. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, Masters of Education in Community/Agency Counseling, and PhD in Human Services with a concentration in Counseling Studies. Her mission is to improve life, knowledge and understanding of mental wellness worldwide via her platforms Connected PRO, LLC. Dr. Blount has worked in a number of areas which include residential, vocational, school, community based, and outpatient treatment settings since 2004. From these experiences, Dr. Blount has developed skills in counseling clients in various populations including, but not limited to behavioral health issues, depression, anxiety, stress/anger management, women’s issues, vocational/career counseling, child and adolescent counseling, life transitions, Employee Assistance Programs, weight loss surgery mental wellness clinical assessments, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, and life coaching for individuals with mentally ill family members.
COUNSELING APPROACH
Dr. Blount primarily draws upon Reality, Client Centered, Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused theoretical orientations.Throughout her career, she has developed a highly personalized approach tailored to each of her clients’ individual needs to help them attain the personal growth desired. Over the years, Dr. Blount realized that providing clients with multiple ways to access services was a key to maintaining coordination of care, thus empowering them to choose the best treatment model that fits their needs. Dr. Blount’s goal is to provide her clients with a non-judgmental working environment where they feel safe, heard and respected. Whether the environment is a face to face session in a traditional setting, counseling online from the privacy of your home/office, or meeting for a stroll in the park; her unique approach empowers clients to achieve real and meaningful changes in their lives.