Dr. Fulani Doughty, LPC

Dr. Fulani Doughty is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia who combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered care. He draws on 17 years in behavioral health and education to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, parenting strains, and mood concerns. Dr. Doughty uses clear, practical strategies to help people make changes that fit daily life.

His approach pairs thought-and-behavior tools with conversations that center the person's goals. That means exploring unhelpful thinking patterns, trying simple behavior experiments, and focusing on what matters most to the individual. He also brings mindfulness and motivational techniques when people want skills for staying calm and motivated.

Dr. Doughty trained in counseling, psychology, and education and has worked across clinical and school settings since 2003. That background informs his interest in adoption and foster care, attachment issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and addiction recovery. He also addresses sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, career questions, grief, and intimacy-related concerns.

Sessions are offered in English and are available by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. The practice uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Fees vary with location and scheduling options.

People who choose him can expect a straightforward, respectful style that focuses on small, achievable steps. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

How CBT and Client-Centered Work Translate Online

CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. Online sessions can guide simple experiments and homework the client practices between meetings to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, or manage cravings. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and building a respectful working relationship. In virtual sessions this looks like conversations that follow the client's priorities and pace, helping them feel heard and understood.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try strategies, and adjust methods based on what helps most. That means deciding together whether cognitive restructuring, mindfulness practice, motivational interviewing, or a mix fits the person's situation and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for in-depth work and reading nonverbal cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a voice check-in fits a busy day. Live chat and messaging let people send short updates, ask quick questions between sessions, or manage brief check-ins without a full appointment. These options give flexibility to fit therapy into school, work, or caregiving routines.