Choosing a counselor with whom you share personal and sensitive information can leave you feeling uneasy and requires courage. I believe if you are researching counselors, you are ready to make changes in your life. I would consider it a privilege to join you in this journey to pursue change and wholeness. I consider each client a unique person with gifts and strengths that can enable them to find solutions to their challenges.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and own a private practice in Ft. Oglethorpe, Georgia. I'm located within 20 minutes of downtown Chattanooga and Hamilton Place. I specialize in the areas of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and ADHD along with Individual and Marriage/Couples therapy. Please visit my website, www.michaelrectorlpc.com or click on the link to the left for more information.

I love counseling! I would love to walk with YOU and work out solutions to issues causing pain, conflict, and/or broken relationships. I work with everyone and take all forms of insurance. My primary practice focuses on the enormous value of women. I confront shame and self-blame. I also see teenagers and work with their families as desired.

Together "WE" can work toward a better "YOU". If you are ready to begin the work of understanding yourself and your problems, I can be of great assistance to you. Attending therapy gives you a unique relationship to begin a journey of healing and recovery from whatever ails you. I am here to help you overcome anger, addictions, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, low self esteem, job issues, divorce and many more life issues. Bad weather always looks bad through a window. Allow me to be the eye of the storm and help you see a brighter day.

Abby is a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Tennessee and Georgia and is a Nationally Certified Counselor. Abby graduated from Richmont Graduate University in 2012 with a Masters in Professional Counseling and a Specialization in Trauma Counseling. She has since continued her education in trauma counseling with EMDR Training, training in healing attachment following trauma, the impact of trauma on religion and spirituality, and military culture training. Abby specializes in seeing people of all ages with a history of trauma or abuse, including rape, childhood abuse, combat PTSD, and more, as well as assisting couples with relational and communication issues.

Do you find yourself battling symptoms of depression or anxiety? Are you trying to cope with your daily struggles alone? Maybe you feel stuck in a particular situation and you're not sure what direction to go. You are not alone and I am here to help.

Life can be hard. I know from personal experience. I have been a counselor for over twenty years and a client before that. Counseling provides individuals a safe place to work on making personal changes. I teach skills for overcoming anxiety disorders, such as panic attacks and obsessive compulsive behaviors, as well as working with chronic pain, depression and trauma.

Ideally, I work with individuals who are 16 years of age and older who are struggling to tell their story, those who need someone safe to listen to them, or those who have had a difficult time articulating all their menu of options might contain. Life is a complicated, interwoven maze of connection and disconnection and it is my privilege to hold space for folks to examine their experiences I have almost seven years experience working with clients who have struggled with substance addiction issues. I have experience treating clients with childhood and adult trauma and received training in EMDR in 2019.

Giving up on a goal because of a setback is like slashing your other three tires because you have a flat; I live by this quote because it is so simplistic yet speaks volumes. I feel that in life you will always have setbacks, but that is essential to understanding that it is a process but that it is your process that we will work through together in a strong therapeutic relationship.

Hello and thank you for stopping by. Counseling is a very personal journey and it is important to find a counselor you can trust and feel comfortable with. I always encourage potential clients to research, compare, and even email or call prior to the first session so any initial questions or concerns can be answered and addressed. Over the past 16 years both my training and experience in mental health have been in working with people with history of trauma, mood and anxiety type disorders, relationship difficulties, behavioral struggles, parenting issues, and life transitions.

It can be so hard to witness your child go through difficulties without knowing how to help. My goal is to help provide you and your family a safe place to learn and use tools and coping skills to help with whatever difficulties you find yourself in. I have experience working with children, families, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, social stressors, problems with attachment, and grief. I use a variety of techniques to help meet the need of each person who walks through the door. If you find your child, adolescent, or yourself in a hard place, I am happy to offer a safe, non-judgmental environment to help support you.

I'm so glad you are here! Your search right now is one step closer in the right direction for a healthier "You." Life has its ups and downs and I am here to help you through them. I am here to provide you with the tools to keep a balance when life gets tough, gain clarity, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I want to invite you into a space where there is no judgement and holistic techniques are incorporated for your benefit. Similar to how people learn in different ways, I also believe people heal in different ways. It is my priority to create a unique healing experience made just for you!

Are you the type of person that believes in personal growth and the possibility of change? Do you like setting goals and reaching them? If this sounds like you then let our team work with you and your family to achieve your goals. Forward Counseling is a group of independent professionals that utilize evidenced based interventions to move our clients towards their goals. We offer individual, family, group, and couples counseling virtually from your home or in our comfortable offices across TN. The first step is to call or complete an online appointment form to request an initial assessment http://forwardcounseling.com/contact/

"Life's true gift lies in your freedom to design it beautifully. With each rise of the sun, you get to chase the opportunity to fill your days with meaning to live your life the way you choose." - Baljeal Madaan. I am your team player in achieving the freedom you desire no matter what that may be. I work with the strengths you bring with you and build from there. I meet you where you are and together we will find a healthy and strong path for your future.

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*** I am no longer accepting any new client. Check back in April 2021*********As a counselor, I truly enjoy working with adults and children to overcome obstacles and situations that may have them "stuck" in unproductive and unhealthy cycles. I approach every client with respect and listen to their story to understand them fully and collaboratively work towards their goals. I believe the healing in counseling occurs in the process rather than the details of what has occurred.I see it as an honor to walk with my clients as they increase their awareness, improve insight, and develop into the best version of themselves as possible.