Upchurch-Butler & Associates, LLC

Hi, I’m Dr. Upchurch-Butler, a licensed professional counselor with experience helping students in higher education navigate life’s challenges. I work with students who are struggling with difficulties such as anxiety, depression, perfectionism, life transitions, and other concerns that make daily life feel overwhelming.

Many of the students I work with feel stuck in their thoughts, over think everything, or constantly doubt themselves. Some put others first while their own needs go unmet, while others struggle to balance academics, relationships, and personal well-being. The pressure to succeed – whether from professors, family, or yourself – can feel like too much. Add in stress from work, social expectations, or uncertainty about the future, and it’s easy to feel exhausted or lost.

College and graduate studies are times of growth and change, but they can also bring challenges like academic stress, imposter syndrome, loneliness, or past experiences that still weigh on you. Whether you’re feeling anxious, burnt out, overwhelmed, or just unsure of where to start, I provide a supportive space where you can gain clarity, build confidence, and develop practical tools to manage life’s ups and downs.

My approach is warm, direct, and encouraging.
Together, we’ll work on strategies to help you feel more in control, more connected, and more like yourself again. If you’re ready to take hat first step, I’m here to help.