Hi, I’m Tyler Slay — a therapist specializing in mental health counseling for anxiety, OCD, trauma, and PTSD. I provide mental health therapy for teens and adults who are ready to move beyond fear and start living more fully.

From my very first day of graduate school, I knew anxiety would be my focus. Growing up in the Brandon and Flowood areas of Mississippi, I struggled to sort through all of the mental health providers in Jackson and figure out who specialized in what I needed. That experience made me want to specialize in my current practice to help others find someone who is passionate about helping them with exactly what they are struggling with. I’m especially drawn to working with people who feel stuck in their minds — smart, capable, successful individuals who just can’t seem to enjoy life the way they want because of anxiety or OCD.

I offer compassionate, evidence-based mental health counseling that goes deeper than just symptom management. Many of my clients tell me they know their fears aren’t logical, yet they still find themselves caught in cycles of worry, overthinking, or compulsive behaviors. I understand how anxiety and OCD operate — but more importantly, I care about what they take from you: your peace, your joy, your ability to be present and connected. My work is about helping you reclaim those things.

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold standard for treating OCD and anxiety disorders. I’ve trained with Dr. Michael J. Greenberg, a leading expert on OCD and intrusive thoughts. I also incorporate attachment-informed approaches and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) when trauma is part of the picture. My approach is rooted in science, but always delivered with empathy, flexibility, and respect for your lived experience.

While OCD is a core specialty, I work with people facing all forms of anxiety — including panic attacks, religious scrupulosity, health anxiety, social anxiety, perfectionism, and generalized worry. Effective mental health therapy is never one-size-fits-all, and your treatment will always reflect your unique story and values.

My practice also includes a strong emphasis on mental health for teens. Adolescents dealing with anxiety or OCD need specialized support to help them build insight, develop coping tools, and strengthen emotional resilience — while also supporting their families in the process.

My therapeutic style is collaborative, warm, and in-depth. We won’t just talk about symptoms — we’ll talk about you: your goals, your story, and what makes life meaningful for you. Progress doesn’t have to happen overnight, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

If you’re curious about the long-term impact of therapy, I wrote an article you might find helpful: Working On Your Mental Health Can Make You Happier. It’s a reminder that healing your mind doesn’t just reduce suffering — it can actually open the door to more joy, connection, and fulfillment.

Because I’m local to Central Mississippi, I’m also well-connected to other mental health providers in the area. If you need additional support, I can help you build the right team for your needs — just like I’ve done for many of my clients.

If you're ready to stop just getting by and start building a life that feels more aligned and less anxious, I’m here. Let’s work together to create lasting, meaningful change through skilled, compassionate mental health therapy.