Hannah Westerfield, Limited Licensed Counselor
(she/her)
A little about me:
Hi everyone, I'm Hannah! I am described as cheerful, friendly, relatable, and witty by the people who do not pay to talk to me (haha). My life has taken me all over the place - I am originally from east Texas and earned my bachelor's and first master's degree in Louisiana. I am an Army spouse of 5+ years, so I have also lived in Kentucky and now Michigan, and will probably have lots more states to call home before my husband retires. I created this solo practice due to wanting to have something of my own that I can take with me regardless of what state I live in. I have two beautiful kiddos (April of '23 & November of '25) and a slightly feral Australian Shepherd who all keep me on my toes. I enjoy reading, being a serial hobbyist (currently on quilting and needlepoint), completing DIY projects in our fixer upper house, and making meaningful relationships with people! I was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2021, so I also love finding new gluten free restaurants to try.
Some personal experiences I have that I apply to the work I do include personal pregnancy loss, postpartum anxiety, the stress of never planting roots given my role as a milspouse, living with an autoimmune disorder, and being a recovering perfectionist, to name a few. I am not a therapist who you will never learn anything about, and I work to use my life experiences for good (without oversharing, of course)!
What does counseling with me look like?
Sessions with me are client-led, and I am here to act as both a guide and an individual from which you can receive feedback! I specialize in issues related to pregnancy and postpartum, life transitions, trauma, and other topics. I mostly work with women, but would love to work with you no matter how you identify! I am an LGTBQ+ affirming therapist, and want to make it so clear that I am a safe space for you and whatever you're bringing into the session.
Relevant Experience
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Education
Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
August 2025
Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA
August 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Centenary College of Louisiana
Shreveport, LA
December 2017
Certifications & Trainings
Cognitive processing therapy trained (therapy specifically for PTSD)
Perinatal mental health certification in progress
Experience
4+ Years of Therapy-related work
The impact of my four years of therapeutic work includes:
- effectively counseling college students and assisting in trauma therapy,
-working with children and adolescents using a trauma-informed approach, and
-assisting pregnant and postpartum mothers navigate life transitions and relationship changes.
Specialization
Pregnancy & Postpartum, Trauma, Boundaries, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Communication & Conflict, Etc.
Most of my current clients are in the postpartum period, but many issues are related to difficulties in transitions and communication in relationships. No matter what you are going through, I'm here to help, and if I feel like you would be better served by another practitioner I will refer to another clinician to make sure you get the help you need!
Approach
Gestalt theoretical orientation; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Cognitive Processing Therapy
Not many people have heard of a Gestalt theoretical orientation, but I was drawn to it due to the emphasis on becoming more aware of our issues, taking responsibility for our healing, living in the here-and-now, and truly getting to experiment with strategies before trying them out. The therapeutic relationship is so important, as we will need trust and honesty so I can challenge any misconceptions or faulty beliefs that might be brought into the counseling space, and you can challenge anything I might do or say that you disagree with. You let me know if something is not working! I also like to incorporate CBT when appropriate, and CPT for my trauma clients!