Dr. Vivia Hill-Silcott, LPC

Dr. Vivia Hill-Silcott is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, trauma and relationship concerns. She also supports work on self-esteem, addiction-related struggles, LGBT issues, intimacy concerns, anger, and career decisions. Her style is conversational and warm, aimed at helping people feel heard and regain a sense of control.

She uses a mix of therapeutic approaches chosen to fit each person’s needs. That can include client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior skills, emotionally-focused techniques, and mindfulness practices. Sessions balance practical tools with space to process feelings.

Dr. Hill-Silcott earned a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and brings eight years of professional experience. Her background includes work with college-age clients and diverse communities, and she pays attention to how identity and culture shape people's experiences.

In sessions she often uses assessment tools to clarify concerns and track progress. She describes therapy as a collaborative process where people can talk through painful experiences, try new coping skills, and build resilience over time.

She works from a multicultural perspective and pays attention to issues such as abandonment, guilt and shame, prejudice and discrimination, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive difficulties, post-traumatic stress, and compassion fatigue. People who want straightforward, empathetic support and practical strategies may find this approach helpful.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship where the person leads the conversation and the therapist reflects understanding and acceptance. It helps when people need space to make sense of feelings and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses clear steps to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; it often helps with anxiety, depression, panic, and obsessive-compulsive patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for anger, self-harm urges, and emotional overwhelm.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to concerns, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try. Clients can give feedback and the plan can change as progress is made, so treatment stays aligned with real needs.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people practice skills and problem-solve in everyday contexts. A licensed professional can explain which formats they offer and recommend what will work best for each person's situation.