Dr. Vivia Hill-Silcott, LPC

Dr. Vivia Hill-Silcott is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and addictions. She works with clients around identity-related concerns, LGBTQ issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem. She also supports those coping with life changes, career questions, compassion fatigue, and obsessive or panic symptoms.

She likes to keep sessions warm and conversational. She listens first and then blends methods that fit each person. She uses tools from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally-focused work, and mindfulness to match a person’s goals.

Dr. Hill-Silcott holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and has eight years of experience in counseling. She has spent time working with college students and young people from diverse backgrounds, and she emphasizes cultural and identity factors in therapy.

In sessions she may use assessments to clarify concerns and track progress. She aims to help people notice patterns, try new ways of coping, and rebuild a sense of control over daily life. The focus is on practical change and emotional understanding.

She lives in Georgia and conducts therapy in English. People who are considering starting therapy complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability.

How these approaches guide online therapy

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and empathy. The therapist follows the client's lead, building trust and creating space to talk through what matters most. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance and a place to sort through feelings.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behavior. It uses practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and build different coping skills, which can help with anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms.

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) adds skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal boundaries. It teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better communication techniques useful for anger, relationship strain, and self-harm urges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and she will adjust the plan as progress is made.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use these approaches to help clients learn new skills, track progress, and apply change in everyday life.