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ABOUT

Our mission is to provide comprehensive, high quality, mental health services in a respectful welcoming environment, regardless of sexuality, age, or race. We strive to deliver personalized care and treatment to help people reclaim their lives, and develop tools necessary for a lifetime of recovery.

THERAPISTS

Mary Morgan Tharp, LPC-S

My name is Mary Morgan Tharp. I am a Mississippi Delta native, born and raised in Indianola, MS. After I graduated High School, I attended Mississippi Delta Community College and Delta State University. In 2010, I graduated from Delta State University with my Master’s in Education with an emphasis in Community Counseling. In 2012, I became a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Mississippi. In 2019, I became a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S). This allows me to supervise clinical hours for Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor’s on their journey to becoming fully licensed. I have mostly worked for different local community mental health centers as an Outpatient Therapist since graduating college. I have had the opportunity to work with all different mental health issues including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, mood related disorders, substance abuse and relationship troubles.

I have been fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I am so excited to be able to continue my education and bring this service to Trio Counseling.

On a personal note, I have been married to my husband, Chris, since 2010. Since getting married we have made Cleveland, MS our home where we are raising our family. We love to spend time with our family and friends, spend time outside and traveling (mostly to the beach). I look forward to providing quality mental health services to the Delta and surrounding areas. It is my goal to assist with breaking down the stigma surrounding seeing a therapist or receiving mental health services

“Together we can do great things”

— Mother Teresa

Sarah Makamson, LPC

My name is Sarah Shepherd Makamson. I was born in Memphis, TN, raised in Hernando, MS, and (as I say) grew up in Cleveland, MS. I arrived in Cleveland in 2010 to play soccer for Delta State University. I graduated in 2014 with a bachelors degree in recreation leadership. I left Cleveland briefly to be a backpacking instructor with at risk youth which ultimately lead me back to DSU to pursue my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I graduated in December of 2017 and obtained my LPC in July of 2020. I have worked in several different settings including an adolescent addictions treatment facility, adult addictions treatment facility, and community mental health outpatient.

My newest adventure, in addition to Trio Counseling and Consulting, is obtaining education and a license in Play Therapy!

I am so excited to serve the Mississippi Delta and bring a much needed service to those around me. I strive to provide an open, non-judge mental space for you to feel comfortable to speak your truth!

“Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, but only to those who remember to turn on the light”

— Albus Dumbledore

SESSION INFO

What to expect from coming to counseling

Beginning counseling can feel like a big step, and it’s normal to have questions about the process. Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Counseling is a collaborative experience. Together, we will identify areas of focus and begin developing goals that are meaningful and tailored to your unique needs. These goals may evolve over time as you grow and gain new insights.

Sessions typically involve open conversation, reflection, and the use of evidence-based techniques to help you better understand yourself, develop coping strategies, and make positive changes.

Progress in counseling looks different for everyone. Whether you are seeking support through a difficult time, working on personal growth, or addressing specific challenges, we will move at a pace that feels right for you.

Insurance

We except Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicaid, Molina, Magnolia, Ambetter, and UMR . We also offer a self pay rate.

Services Provided

We offer a range of counseling services designed to support individuals through life’s challenges in a safe and compassionate environment.

Specialty Therapies

Play Therapy
Play therapy is a developmentally appropriate approach primarily used with children. Through play, children are able to express emotions, process experiences, and develop coping skills in a way that feels natural and comfortable to them.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
EMDR is an evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals process and heal from trauma and distressing life experiences. This approach helps reduce the emotional impact of difficult memories and supports long-term healing.

Confidentiality

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality regarding our clients and their information. Any details, materials, or communications shared with us in the course of our work are treated as strictly confidential.

We do not disclose, share, or distribute client information to any third party without prior consent, except where required by law. All client data is handled with discretion and safeguarded to prevent unauthorized access.