Dr. Treva Sexton

Compassionate counselor focused on relationships

LPC Georgia

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Family, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Treva

Dr. Treva Sexton is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in Georgia who has built an eight-year clinical practice around relationship and sexual health concerns.

Background and approach

She centers her work on human connection, helping clients improve communication, understanding, and practical skills so relationships can grow in positive, productive ways. Her approach addresses obstacles that limit wellbeing and she collaborates with clients to map out realistic plans for change.

Her practice covers a wide range of concerns including intimacy-related issues, parenting and blended family dynamics, addiction and anger, mood concerns such as bipolar disorder, anxiety and stress, ADHD, and identity-related topics including LGBT concerns and gender dysphoria.

She also works with people managing adoption or foster care issues, caregiver stress, body image, infidelity, commitment and control problems, and sexual concerns. Sessions frequently emphasize skills-building, emotional regulation, and clearer communication to support meaningful progress.

Dr. Sexton accepts international clients and offers multiple session formats to fit different needs.

She aims to create an accepting space where clients can explore sensitive topics and find actionable steps toward healthier relationships and personal well-being.

Online approaches that build communication and coping skills

Dr. Sexton uses several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing the thoughts and behaviors that contribute to stress, anxiety, and relationship patterns; it helps clients develop new coping skills and test different ways of responding. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist listens and reflects to help clients clarify goals and build self-directed change. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies with practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for managing intense emotions and conflict.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to explore needs, preferences, and goals and adjusts methods as therapy progresses to find the best fit for making measurable improvements in communication, coping, and relationship functioning.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals without requiring travel, and they support follow-up, skill practice, and check-ins between in-person meetings when that is helpful.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with a broad range of issues including intimacy-related problems, parenting and blended family challenges, addictions, anger, bipolar disorder, anxiety, stress, and identity-related concerns such as LGBT topics and gender dysphoria.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her practice emphasizes collaborative, skills-based work with an emphasis on communication, emotional regulation, and practical planning to reduce barriers that get in the way of healthier relationships and daily functioning.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings eight years of clinical experience to her counseling work, drawing on that background to support clients through relationship and sexual health issues as well as related life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the LPC credential with license number GA LPC LPC009072 and practices in Georgia.

Does she work with nonlocal or international clients?

Yes, she accepts international clients and offers session formats that support remote work and clients who are not locally based.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences and schedules.

How are fees and payment handled?

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

What are the steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Also works with

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English