Therapists in Roswell, GA

Counseling is a healthy commitment and shows bravery. It is crucial to find the right fit for yourself, one who can best relate to your issues. Working for Peachford, Ridgeview, and Emory Hospitals, has allowed me to focus on trauma, persons on the spectrum, persistent anxiety, ADHD, grief, and resistent depression. My goal is to serve as an advocate for those desiring healing, proper medical care and learning to use their voice. Specializing in teens, college students, and adults who suffer from intrusive thoughts, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, divorce, parental alienation, and narcissist abuse.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by current life pressures and/or past painful experiences? Are you ready to take control of your life? Then... I am a bilingual therapist with extensive experience working with and treating a wide range of people and conditions. My responsibilities have encompassed functioning as a director, therapist, supervisor, an assessor, case manager, coordinator and advisor for client's services- adult and adolescents. My preferred style of practice is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It involves the assessment of thoughts, moods, behaviors, environment and biology in understanding the origin of clients concerns. Collaborative effort is emphasized.

My goal is to provide clients with new insights to thought processes and behaviors along with new methods for handling every day difficulties that can be utilized right away. I provide my clients with a safe and inviting environment where they can learn more about the world around them and build on their strengths. It is important that we work together to formulate treatment goals, and use the counseling process to understand and improve social and emotional functioning.

My goal is to help guide my clients to where they need/want to be despite whether or not they are currently on that path. As a counselor, I do not wear the "expert cap", because this is your life, your experiences, and your concerns. You are the expert on your life! I am here to provide an unbiased, safe place for you to talk to through (and live through) your experiences. All clients are treated equally and will be given the same unconditional positive regard. Counseling has many benefits, such as increased self-esteem, better coping skills, increased self-awareness, better daily living skills, stress reduction, & holistic health.

When you take that first step towards getting help, it's a sign of your strength and a demonstration of your hope that, with some help, significant change is possible. I specialize in working with young adults, adults, and seniors experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship problems, grief and loss, and major life transitions. Over the years, I've worked with people from different cultures, including people who are children of immigrants or who moved to the US as children. Many share the experience of needing to come to an understanding of their own values, who they want to be, and what is most important to them.

I am a licensed professional counselor, registered play therapist, and certified professional counselor supervisor. I have 10 years of experience providing individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, and play therapy with children. My clinical expertise includes working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, academic issues, relationship difficulties, family conflict, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse or neglect, biracial identity development concerns, and interracial relationships concerns.

Clients and Colleagues recommend me for my exceptional ability to connect, understand and show compassion, resulting in positive outcomes. For over 20 years, I have promoted mental health, personal growth and wellness in children, adolescents and adults so they can achieve their full potential. I encourage and support my clients while preparing them with the necessary tools and knowledge to be empowered. I assist my clients through their life journey, taking into account each person in his/her full dimensions: mind, body and spirit. I strongly believe in the human capacity to heal, grow and overcome life's challenges.

I know that it takes a lot of courage to reach out and ask someone that you do not know for help. But life can be full of so many challenges that we cannot always sort out on our own. I strongly believe that individuals who have experienced trauma benefit greatly from working with a trauma-focused therapist who can create a safe & non-judgmental environment for them to show up as their authentic selves. One of my passions as a trauma-focused therapist is to empower my clients to explore new ways to make healthy changes in their lives, while also helping them heal wounds from stressful and traumatic experiences.

¿Te encuentras en un momento donde la tristeza, la falta de motivación o la ausencia de energía se han convertido en constantes? ¿Anhelas tener a alguien con quien compartir tus pensamientos y sentimientos en un espacio seguro y sin juicios? ¿Sientes que la ira te domina con facilidad o que los miedos te impiden disfrutar del presente? ¿Los cambios en tu vida te están llevando a buscar apoyo emocional? Quiero que sepas que no estás solo/a. Mi objetivo es brindarte un acompañamiento de entendimiento y profesional en tu proceso terapéutico, ofreciéndote las herramientas necesarias para que encuentres bienestar y tranquilidad.

It is extremely overwhelming and discouraging as a foster and/or adoptee parents to feel lost and unable to help your child/teen, especially when you tried everything in your parenting tool box to help your child/teen to deal with big emotions, thoughts, life hardships. Caring after a minor that has experience family changes/disruption requires a lot of resources and ongoing support. I will provided you with all the resources I know to develop new skills that facilitate understanding, solutions and meaningful connections in your family.

There are many things to consider when starting therapy. It can be overwhelming to find a therapist who is a good fit. I specialize in mood disorders (anxiety, depression and bipolar d/o) and OCD (obsessive-compulsive d/o) with clients of a diverse age range. I also work with clients who have long-standing relational and personality issues. I work from a holistic model and help clients to make changes across many areas of their lives: physically, emotionally, relationally, stress reduction, and spirituality/faith (if there is a desire to incorporate it).

Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, eating and body image issues, or multicultural concerns? Would you like to live more richly and mindfully? We'll work together to find solutions to the challenges you are facing.

No matter how equipped we are to handle life's challenges, there will likely be a point in time when you and your family could benefit from some assistance. Whether your child is going through a rough patch, needs help learning to cope with life changes, or could benefit from skills to manage day to day stress, you have come to the right place. I will provide a compassionate, listening ear as well as strategies that will provide mechanisms for change that will help you successfully cope with whatever has been thrown your family's way.

Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.

Karimah AdisaThomas is a highly skilled and dedicated mental health professional with a wealth of experience in helping clients of all ages and backgrounds manage the challenges of life. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, she is well-versed in a variety of evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness. She is particularly skilled in working with clients dealing with crisis and trauma, anxiety, coping skills, depression, emotional disturbance, life coaching, stress, and personality disorders. As a clinician, she begins by listening to her client's stories while providing a safe and supportive space.

Welcome to my practice! Licensed as an Associate Professional Counselor, I am currently under clinical direction & clinical supervision. My clientele includes couples, adults, teens, and families who have experienced stress, trauma, anxiety, and hardship. I conduct both individual and family sessions. I work with clients with diverse trauma history, including addiction, codependency, and eating disorders.