Individual & Group Counseling

In-depth counseling for personal growth, recovery, and everyday resilience. Sessions blend Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you clarify goals, build skills, and resolve concerns.

Who Individual & Group Counseling Helps

People seeking practical, evidence-based support, including:

Anxiety, depression, and mood concerns
Stress, burnout, and work or school pressure
Substance use and gambling concerns
Relationship difficulties and communication issues
Grief and loss
Life transitions and role changes
Professionals and students who want focused, results-oriented care

Our Counseling Services

Discover our full range of counseling, assessment, and consultation services.

What To Expect

Intake and Scheduling

A brief call confirms fit, goals, and availability. You receive appointment options within one business day.

Initial Assessment

A structured evaluation clarifies history, current challenges, and strengths. Screening tools may be used when helpful.

Goal Setting and Plan

We define clear, achievable goals and select MI and CBT strategies that match your needs.

Weekly or Biweekly Sessions

Sessions focus on skill practice, insight, and real-world application between visits.

Progress Reviews

We check outcomes, adjust the plan, and coordinate referrals if additional services would help.

Graduation and Maintenance

You leave with a practical toolkit and a plan for sustaining gains.

Why Choose H.L. Counseling Enterprise, Inc.

Experienced leadership: Directed by Dr. Hakeem Lumumba, PhD, with 30+ years of clinical experience and advanced credentials.
Evidence based: Motivational Interviewing and CBT anchored in measurable goals.
Responsive scheduling: Every inquiry answered within 24 hours.
Client centered: Collaborative plans shaped by your strengths and preferences.
Culturally responsive: Respect for diverse identities and practice settings.
Flexible format: In-person and secure telehealth when appropriate.

Confidentiality and Professionalism

Your privacy matters. Information is shared only with parties you authorize or as required by law. Sessions occur in a private, secure setting. Telehealth follows applicable standards for security and identity verification.

Clarifying motivation, values, and barriers
Identifying thinking patterns and experimenting with new behaviors
Coping skills for anxiety, low mood, and urges
Relapse-prevention planning for substance or gambling concerns
Communication and boundary skills for relationships
Mindfulness and grounding strategies

Skills groups: CBT tools, emotion regulation, and stress management
Recovery groups: Motivation enhancement, triggers, and relapse prevention
Process groups: Insight, feedback, and interpersonal effectiveness
Psychoeducation groups: Practical information and take-home exercises

Our Therapeutic Approach

Motivational Interviewing (MI): Enhances engagement, autonomy, and readiness for change.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Links thoughts, feelings, and actions to produce measurable improvements.
Trauma-informed stance: Emphasis on safety, choice, and collaboration.
Skill building: Problem solving, distress tolerance, mindfulness, communication, and relapse prevention.

Conditions and Concerns We Address

Anxiety and worry
Depression and low motivation
Substance use and gambling concerns
Stress, burnout, and sleep issues
Grief and adjustment challenges
Relationship and family strain
Work and school performance obstacles

Get Started with Individual or Group Counseling

Take a confidential first step. Share your goals, confirm scheduling, and begin a plan that fits your life.

Individual & Group Counseling