It takes courage to reach out and ask for help. Often times, we wait until we are in a significant amount of distress before we make the decision to seek out a therapist. Take steps now before you get to a crisis. Therapy has proven to be helpful with a variety of issues. If you are going through a rough season of life, I can help. I have over twenty-eight years of experience and my approach is supportive and collaborative. I provide a warm and safe environment to explore your issues objectively.

Connie has a passion for helping struggling marriages who desire better communication and true intimacy. She and her husband Danny have been married 39 years. She has experienced the highs and lows of a relationship and knows life can be difficult at times. Dont wait until one or the other wants to leave, get help for your relationship now. There is hope and healing but you have to make the phone call. We are here to help so that you can find true happiness and joy in all your relationships.

I believe that even though we are often hurt through relationships, we can also receive healing through relationships. I desire for people to experience the healing power of being vulnerable and real with God and one another (to know and be known). I seek to make my counseling room a safe and inviting place for clients to be able to work towards healing or to acquire the growth they desire in all areas of their life: mental, emotional, physical, relational, and spiritual.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with twenty-five years of experience in the mental health field. My experience includes, but is not limited to, relationship issues, adjustment issues, grief/loss issues, stress management, communication issues, self-esteem issues, domestic violence issues, and mood disorders. I serve adults of all ages and couples at any stage of a relationship. I am sensitive and respectful of an individual’s lifestyle and cultural and ethnic background. I provide a comfortable environment within which you will not be judged and your thoughts and feelings are respected.

You're broken down and tired of living life on a merry-go-round? You can't find the fighter? But I see it in you. It's time for your breakthrough! I know radical change is possible through effective therapy. I'll listen patiently and attentively to provide you with an experience that allows you to feel seen and heard. While providing a safe, non-judgemental, and warm environment, for you to BE YOU. **Hablo Español** ¿Estás destrozado y cansado de vivir la misma vida? ¿No puedes encontrar al luchador? Pero lo veo en ti. Es hora de que tu vida cambie!

Anyone can benefit from counseling. There are so many obstacles and challenges we face daily and learning how to tackle each one is key to a healthy, happy life. Deciding that you need a little guidance is not something anyone should be ashamed of. People seek counseling for many different reasons, I understand that no two people are the same. I can assist clients with a wide range of challenges including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, relationship/interpersonal struggles, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and more. I have a gerontology degree, and have been been focused on the older population, but I am open to any age.

Addiction isolates its victims as bridges are burned and families are torn apart. I can help you wherever you are on your journey of recovery and assist you as you transform your life and improve your relationships. Having a safe place where you will be listened to, understood and where you will not be judged will help you to discover and explore what has been holding you back. What I l have loved most about working in the field of addictions for almost 30 years has been the rapid growth and change I have witnessed in my clients! It has been my experience that once the substance is no longer a factor, life gets good, fast!

My clients are individuals who are looking to work towards a life filled with meaning. Whether they are searching for meaning and satisfaction in their relationships, careers or parenting. My clients want to lift the weight of life's stressors and feelings of hurt and despair. I work with people on taking steps towards steering their lives on a new, more intentional path. I assist people with building and enhancing their relationships and careers while developing a greater level of self acceptance.

Is it difficult for you to find your flow in life? I can help you find peace and balance when life's challenges become too much. I believe that achieving wellness is key, whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, or addiction. I care about your well-being, and I would like to help you improve your quality of life.

I have worked with children and families for over 15 years in many different capacities. As a therapist I work with children and adolescents who have endured trauma in their lives and assist them to overcome these struggles and move forward towards a healthy and happy life. My background includes working with those who have been afflicted by sexual abuse, domestic violence, family conflict, anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, and various others. I work with individuals as well as families to facilitate healthy relationships and inner peace.

Thank you for checking out my profile! Finding the right therapist can be daunting and I welcome any questions you may have prior to scheduling an appointment. The main request I ask of my clients is that they come willing to get curious about their thoughts and behaviors. AWhen we become curious about ourselves in an environment where we feel safe and cared for can grow in ways they didn't know were possible. This is our foundation. From there I draw upon different treatment modalities including including ACT (Acceptance & Commitment therapy), mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy and motivational interviewing.

**NOW OFFERING TELEMENTAL HEALTH SESSIONS**. I am an experienced, effective professional treating a broad range of psychiatric issues and conditions. Grounded in the belief that people inherently possess the knowledge and ability needed to overcome most of life's challenges, most need help to break through the emotional defenses that obscure their perspective. Though I counsel all ages, I have substantial experience counseling difficult adolescent males. Teenagers can be challenging and having raised two myself I understand first hand! I create a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental environment.

I have over 10 years experience working with adolescents and adults for individual, couples family and group counseling. I have specialized training in a variety of behavioral health issues (mental health/substance abuse) and developmental disabilities. I also have extensive training, experience and knowledge in crisis intervention. I am a Certified Crisis Worker through the American Association of Suicidology. I received my Bachelor of Science in Human Services and Master of Social Work at Kennesaw State University, where I currently serve as the Vice President of the University's Social Work/Human Services Dept Advisory Board.

The therapeutic relationship accounts for 60% of your success in therapy. It is my primary goal to understand you, your needs, and establish a safe environment for us to explore how to help you manage chronic psychological diagnosis or the current life challenges you are facing. Have you been in therapy and felt that little to no progress was made, even though you had a strong relationship with your therapist? The therapeutic interventions used during your sessions will make a difference. My work does not focus on talk therapy alone, but on skill building, education, and the mind body connection.

"Now accepting new clients both virtual (evenings) and in-person sessions (saturday)" My passion is helping anyone overcome life challenges that many times prevents us from living a fulfilled life. Life is full of challenges, some of which we are unable to resolve on our own. Some challenges are hard to resolve and that's where i come in. Come and let me guide you to a fulfilling life. I provide many treatment options to help you address what seems to be a hopeless situation and to enjoy living.

Are you interested in reaching your full potential and seeking solutions for a better tomorrow? With the use of EMDR, you can neutralize the past, eradicate unwanted symptoms such as anxiety and depression, increase self-esteem, and create the life you want. For the last ten years, I have successfully shifted clients who reported not feeling a benefit with traditional talk therapy. I am progressive in the therapy approaches I utilize and am partial to modalities that are evidence-based and well researched, such as EMDR, Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM), & Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT).

Are you struggling with addiction? Have you tried to stop but find you can’t? We are here to help. We specialize in treating addictive disorders and the problems that always come with addiction. We utilize clinical counseling techniques integrated with Christian principles founded on God's Word. We have several different programs specifically designed to treat the whole person; body, mind, and spirit. We are passionate advocates for the clients with whom we work. We believe our empathetic and totally non-judgmental style of counseling is helpful for learning how to experience life happy and free.

"My greatest reward as a therapist is helping my clients explore ways to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to look forward to the future with hope. I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with that warm, nonjudgmental environment-a safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want."

"I have found that successful psychotherapy involves collaboration between a well-trained, experienced and respectful psychotherapist and a motivated client/patient in a trusting relationship. Psychotherapy is a well-established method of helping people live more meaningful lives through healthier relationships with others. What creates a good psychotherapy outcome is the positive relationship between the therapist and the client/patient. I believe in the inherent goodness of each individual and in their ability to grow and live richer lives."

I enjoy working with client's who are open to learn about themselves, work on issues that may be hard to address and admit, and who want to obtain growth in their lives. Everyone has struggles in their lives and being open to work on what you are going through is the first step in achieving goals that you may have set for yourself. If you are interested in meeting with me please either call 770-284-9092 or go to the on-line portal at woodstock.support@thriveworks.com to schedule an appointment.