Therapists in Georgia
Lighthouse Clinical Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30097
Whether your child is 2 years of age or you are looking for a therapist for yourself, I am able to assist you. Each client will be provided with a personalized, professional, and caring approach to help you or your loved one in learning how to navigate through the waters of life. Play, expressive arts, and traditional talk therapy is provided in a safe and caring environment. Both Christian and secular counseling are available
Whether your child is 2 years of age or you are looking for a therapist for yourself, I am able to assist you. Each client will be provided with a personalized, professional, and caring approach to help you or your loved one in learning how to navigate through the waters of life. Play, expressive arts, and traditional talk therapy is provided in a safe and caring environment. Both Christian and secular counseling are available
Renee M Holdo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC, RPT, CAS
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30064
Renee’s clinical experience includes work with victims, families, and survivors of Child Sexual Abuse at the Children’s Center for Hope and Healing, Resident Play Therapist at Richmont Trauma Center, creating the centers play therapy program, and private practice as a Play Therapist at Perspectives Psychological.
“Miss Renee” is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and Certified Autism Specialist. Renee providing healing to children, teens, and families through the therapeutic power of play. Her post masters training includes: Child-centered Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, AutPlay (Certified Provider), Sandplay, and Family Play Therapy. She serves as the Director for the Richmont Center for Play Therapy at Richmont Graduate University, an Association of Play Therapy Approved Center and is adjunct faculty.
Renee’s clinical experience includes work with victims, families, and survivors of Child Sexual Abuse at the Children’s Center for Hope and Healing, Resident Play Therapist at Richmont Trauma Center, creating the centers play therapy program, and private practice as a Play Therapist at Perspectives Psychological.
“Miss Renee” is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and Certified Autism Specialist. Renee providing healing to children, teens, and families through the therapeutic power of play. Her post masters training includes: Child-centered Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, AutPlay (Certified Provider), Sandplay, and Family Play Therapy. She serves as the Director for the Richmont Center for Play Therapy at Richmont Graduate University, an Association of Play Therapy Approved Center and is adjunct faculty.
Alison Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CDBT, NCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30076
My areas of expertise are working with families and children especially teen girls.
Are you worried that your teen daughter is stressed or depressed? Are you frustrated with the lack of communication or defiant behavior? Are you concerned about your teen's difficulties in regu? Modern teen-hood for girls is a very difficult time in life, one that needs a specific set of coping skills. The rise in peer pressure, competitive conflicts, and unhealthy social media messages are all likely contributors to a national increase in anxiety, depression and low self-worth in girls. Counseling can help teen girls to improve decision-making, managing stress, and learning coping strategies to better set them up for future success
My areas of expertise are working with families and children especially teen girls.
Are you worried that your teen daughter is stressed or depressed? Are you frustrated with the lack of communication or defiant behavior? Are you concerned about your teen's difficulties in regu? Modern teen-hood for girls is a very difficult time in life, one that needs a specific set of coping skills. The rise in peer pressure, competitive conflicts, and unhealthy social media messages are all likely contributors to a national increase in anxiety, depression and low self-worth in girls. Counseling can help teen girls to improve decision-making, managing stress, and learning coping strategies to better set them up for future success
Jennifer Grizzard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Villa Rica, GA 30180
Play is the natural language of children, and toys are their words.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has experience working with people of all ages. I love working with children with almost any issue that may affect them such as behavioral issues, ADD/ADHD, aspergers, school performance, divorce reaction, self-esteem, anxiety and depression to name a few. I also enjoy working with adults, families, and couples who struggle with communication issues, relationship stresses, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, feelings of helplessness, overwhelming worry, financial strain, and many other issues. In therapy, I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to tailor treatment for each individual.
Play is the natural language of children, and toys are their words.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has experience working with people of all ages. I love working with children with almost any issue that may affect them such as behavioral issues, ADD/ADHD, aspergers, school performance, divorce reaction, self-esteem, anxiety and depression to name a few. I also enjoy working with adults, families, and couples who struggle with communication issues, relationship stresses, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, feelings of helplessness, overwhelming worry, financial strain, and many other issues. In therapy, I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to tailor treatment for each individual.
Mogens Jensen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040 (Online Only)
A decision to begin therapy is a decision for learning and change. I believe learning and change take place in relationships that are forward looking, genuine, safe, and trusting. I am a licensed psychologist, and my specialty areas include providing therapy and counseling to children, adolescents and adults with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma/post-traumatic stress disorders, conduct disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders. My specialty areas also include developmental, school, learning, and adjustment disorders.
A decision to begin therapy is a decision for learning and change. I believe learning and change take place in relationships that are forward looking, genuine, safe, and trusting. I am a licensed psychologist, and my specialty areas include providing therapy and counseling to children, adolescents and adults with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma/post-traumatic stress disorders, conduct disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders. My specialty areas also include developmental, school, learning, and adjustment disorders.
Stephanie Lemmey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30075 (Online Only)
Hello! I am Stephanie Lemmey of Early Connections Child & Family Therapy. I specialize in treating and connecting with children, adolescents and their families. I work cooperatively with parents to set and manage attainable goals for their children. I am passionate about helping young clients reach their full potential and my goal is to empower children to make healthy choices for themselves. I enjoy giving my clients a toolbox of coping skills to use everyday!
Hello! I am Stephanie Lemmey of Early Connections Child & Family Therapy. I specialize in treating and connecting with children, adolescents and their families. I work cooperatively with parents to set and manage attainable goals for their children. I am passionate about helping young clients reach their full potential and my goal is to empower children to make healthy choices for themselves. I enjoy giving my clients a toolbox of coping skills to use everyday!
Mariah Dantzler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30308
I would be honored to walk alongside your child and your family during this time.
I speak teen. I want my clients to go from a place of surviving to thriving. I’m here to help them uncover how to find joy + perseverance in life by connecting deeper with themselves and others through the use of therapeutic strategies + interventions that they can carry with them forever. I have my masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialty in adolescent development. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) modalities to provide an individualized approach to therapy. Below age 10 I offer parenting sessions.
I would be honored to walk alongside your child and your family during this time.
I speak teen. I want my clients to go from a place of surviving to thriving. I’m here to help them uncover how to find joy + perseverance in life by connecting deeper with themselves and others through the use of therapeutic strategies + interventions that they can carry with them forever. I have my masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialty in adolescent development. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) modalities to provide an individualized approach to therapy. Below age 10 I offer parenting sessions.
Brianna Gaynor
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Johns Creek, GA 30097
I have a passion for working with children and teens of divorce, address issues of low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, abuse, and with emotional distress in any areas of life.
I specialize in psychological evaluations to address mood/behavioral disorders, learning disabilties, ADHD, and parental issues. My focus in therapy is in helping the client develop a stronger sense of self-sufficiency and wholeness. It takes a lot of courage to come to therapy and be vulnerable, and I strive to honor this. Therapy works best when there is a strong therapeutic alliance and clear goals; therefore, these are the main focus of the initial therapy sessions. I have worked with a variety of clients from childhood to middle adulthood, and through relationship and consistency am able to help clients make valuable and lasting change.
I have a passion for working with children and teens of divorce, address issues of low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, abuse, and with emotional distress in any areas of life.
I specialize in psychological evaluations to address mood/behavioral disorders, learning disabilties, ADHD, and parental issues. My focus in therapy is in helping the client develop a stronger sense of self-sufficiency and wholeness. It takes a lot of courage to come to therapy and be vulnerable, and I strive to honor this. Therapy works best when there is a strong therapeutic alliance and clear goals; therefore, these are the main focus of the initial therapy sessions. I have worked with a variety of clients from childhood to middle adulthood, and through relationship and consistency am able to help clients make valuable and lasting change.
Trudy Post Sprunk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC SEP, RPTS, EMDR, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucker, GA 30084
During the last 45 plus years, I have provided experiential psychotherapy to children, teens, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group settings. I have given over 800 lectures on the subjects of divorce, parenting, transgender, family play therapy, supervision, learning disabilities, grief, ADHD, play therapy, adolescence, etc. I am a registered play therapist, certified in EMDR, and provide supervision and consultation to other psychotherapists.
During the last 45 plus years, I have provided experiential psychotherapy to children, teens, and adults in individual, couple, family, and group settings. I have given over 800 lectures on the subjects of divorce, parenting, transgender, family play therapy, supervision, learning disabilities, grief, ADHD, play therapy, adolescence, etc. I am a registered play therapist, certified in EMDR, and provide supervision and consultation to other psychotherapists.
Optimal Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30022
At Optimal Psychological we specialize in Psychological Evaluations and Trauma Assessments for infants, children and adults. We have convenient appointment times, fast turnaround time and a friendly atmosphere.
At Optimal Psychological we specialize in Psychological Evaluations and Trauma Assessments for infants, children and adults. We have convenient appointment times, fast turnaround time and a friendly atmosphere.
Lee Anne Dickerson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30076
I have specialized training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trust Based Relational Interventions (TBRI), and equine therapy.
Arbor Cove Therapy, LLC, exists to provide a safe space for individuals to resolve challenges and experience healing and growth. My work focuses on children and adolescents who struggle with emotional and behavioral issues. I also have a special love for working with adoptive families and the unique needs that the child and parents face. I have experience with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, AD/HD, behavior disorders, mood disorders, and parenting challenges.
I have specialized training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trust Based Relational Interventions (TBRI), and equine therapy.
Arbor Cove Therapy, LLC, exists to provide a safe space for individuals to resolve challenges and experience healing and growth. My work focuses on children and adolescents who struggle with emotional and behavioral issues. I also have a special love for working with adoptive families and the unique needs that the child and parents face. I have experience with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, AD/HD, behavior disorders, mood disorders, and parenting challenges.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LSW, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
I specialize in working with children age 4+, pre-teens, teens, young adults, adults & families, in areas such as ADHD, anger, behavioral issues, self-esteem, bullying, self-injury, autism, anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, relationships, parenting, divorce, blended families, identity issues, enabling, addiction, life transitions & Christian Counseling.
Congratulations ... on taking the next step in finding healing for you &/or your family! Life can often present new opportunities & struggles that we would not have anticipated. I would be honored to assist you as you walk through what often feels like a valley or difficult times in your life. I have learned that what often appears to be obstacles, are stepping stones of healing in our life’s journey. I look forward to meeting with you to see how I may assist you &/or your family. Sincerely, Julie : )
I specialize in working with children age 4+, pre-teens, teens, young adults, adults & families, in areas such as ADHD, anger, behavioral issues, self-esteem, bullying, self-injury, autism, anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, relationships, parenting, divorce, blended families, identity issues, enabling, addiction, life transitions & Christian Counseling.
Congratulations ... on taking the next step in finding healing for you &/or your family! Life can often present new opportunities & struggles that we would not have anticipated. I would be honored to assist you as you walk through what often feels like a valley or difficult times in your life. I have learned that what often appears to be obstacles, are stepping stones of healing in our life’s journey. I look forward to meeting with you to see how I may assist you &/or your family. Sincerely, Julie : )
Mandy Goodwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RCYT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30068
A child brings many relationships into the play room-caregivers, teachers, mentors, etc.
Play Therapist Accepting Saturday Clients - Kids have incredible internal resources for healing and resiliency, but sometimes, those resources are blocked. Through play and creative expression, I partner with kids to affirm and connect with themselves. My approach is compassionate. Some require many sessions, and other require a more longterm relationship - I'm here to meet your child wherever they are.
A child brings many relationships into the play room-caregivers, teachers, mentors, etc.
Play Therapist Accepting Saturday Clients - Kids have incredible internal resources for healing and resiliency, but sometimes, those resources are blocked. Through play and creative expression, I partner with kids to affirm and connect with themselves. My approach is compassionate. Some require many sessions, and other require a more longterm relationship - I'm here to meet your child wherever they are.
Kelsey Myers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, RPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Waitlist for new clients
It can be overwhelming and heart-breaking to watch your child experience difficult times.
I am passionate about helping young individuals reach their full potential! It is an honor to support children, teens, and young adults in living a life with hope and happiness. I strive to create a safe space that is understanding, creative, and fun so individuals are empowered to grow through self-reflection, explore and build upon their strengths, and be their authentic self. I specialize in supporting mental health needs connected to autism, ADHD, anxiety, self-esteem, anger/aggression, adjustment and grief. I work from a neurodiversity affirming approach and prioritize keeping up with related research and training.
It can be overwhelming and heart-breaking to watch your child experience difficult times.
I am passionate about helping young individuals reach their full potential! It is an honor to support children, teens, and young adults in living a life with hope and happiness. I strive to create a safe space that is understanding, creative, and fun so individuals are empowered to grow through self-reflection, explore and build upon their strengths, and be their authentic self. I specialize in supporting mental health needs connected to autism, ADHD, anxiety, self-esteem, anger/aggression, adjustment and grief. I work from a neurodiversity affirming approach and prioritize keeping up with related research and training.
Lindsay Bottoms
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingsland, GA 31548
Whether you are considering therapy for yourself, your child or family taking that first step can be one of the most challenging decisions! I will work collaboratively with you to ensure your therapy goals aligns with the changes you wish to make. Once you begin counseling, we will work together at a comfortable pace to complete these goals. Focusing on individual strengths, building resiliency and coping to master and achieve the challenges you or your family sought to overcome. In the end, you will have worked hard to achieve a happier and healthier new you!
Whether you are considering therapy for yourself, your child or family taking that first step can be one of the most challenging decisions! I will work collaboratively with you to ensure your therapy goals aligns with the changes you wish to make. Once you begin counseling, we will work together at a comfortable pace to complete these goals. Focusing on individual strengths, building resiliency and coping to master and achieve the challenges you or your family sought to overcome. In the end, you will have worked hard to achieve a happier and healthier new you!
Luciana Sacramento Aguiar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30022
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a multilingual Mental Health Counselor who works with English, Portuguese, and Spanish populations. As a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and National Certified Counselor, I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with mental health concerns impacted by disabilities and chronic health conditions. My mission is to support my clients and their families to improve their quality of life by practicing an integrative approach and viewing individuals from a holistic perspective.
I'm a multilingual Mental Health Counselor who works with English, Portuguese, and Spanish populations. As a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and National Certified Counselor, I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with mental health concerns impacted by disabilities and chronic health conditions. My mission is to support my clients and their families to improve their quality of life by practicing an integrative approach and viewing individuals from a holistic perspective.
Niki Gori
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Do you find that your child has low self-esteem or problems in school? Do you ever feel confused or frustrated when dealing with your children's behaviors? As a therapist who works with children, I work with personal strengths and tailor each session to their specific needs. I enjoy working with the family to create a fluid and open communication with each other. I believe each person and family is unique unto themselves and can create change and positively grow as a unit.
Do you find that your child has low self-esteem or problems in school? Do you ever feel confused or frustrated when dealing with your children's behaviors? As a therapist who works with children, I work with personal strengths and tailor each session to their specific needs. I enjoy working with the family to create a fluid and open communication with each other. I believe each person and family is unique unto themselves and can create change and positively grow as a unit.
Azalea Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA
Verified Verified
Savannah, GA 31419 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Jena Bus, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA. I work with adults and children ages 4-14. I am play therapy trained and expected to be fully registered in 2024. I am trained in EMDR. I work with children and adults who have ADHD and need help building some executive functioning skills. I am passionate to help individuals heal from their trauma, develop helpful boundaries for themselves, work through life transitions, and develop a better relationship with themselves.
Hello! My name is Jena Bus, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA. I work with adults and children ages 4-14. I am play therapy trained and expected to be fully registered in 2024. I am trained in EMDR. I work with children and adults who have ADHD and need help building some executive functioning skills. I am passionate to help individuals heal from their trauma, develop helpful boundaries for themselves, work through life transitions, and develop a better relationship with themselves.
Milena Garcia Skollar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30328
Milena provides individual, child and adolescent psychotherapy, play therapy for children, family therapy, psychoeducation, assessments, parent training, discernment counseling, and exposure and response prevention (ERP) for pediatric OCD.
Milena Skollar, LCSW, is a board-certified therapist who is also certified in the following areas: Family Therapy, Discernment Counseling, Pediatric OCD and ScreamFree Parenting. Milena holds a master's degree from Columbia University and received a certificate in family therapy with a focus on children and adolescents, after a three-year, post-master’s program at the renowned Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. With 30 years of experience as a licensed therapist, she has worked in family therapy centers, hospitals, schools and private practice. Milena is proud to have entered into therapeutic partnerships with indivi
Milena provides individual, child and adolescent psychotherapy, play therapy for children, family therapy, psychoeducation, assessments, parent training, discernment counseling, and exposure and response prevention (ERP) for pediatric OCD.
Milena Skollar, LCSW, is a board-certified therapist who is also certified in the following areas: Family Therapy, Discernment Counseling, Pediatric OCD and ScreamFree Parenting. Milena holds a master's degree from Columbia University and received a certificate in family therapy with a focus on children and adolescents, after a three-year, post-master’s program at the renowned Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy. With 30 years of experience as a licensed therapist, she has worked in family therapy centers, hospitals, schools and private practice. Milena is proud to have entered into therapeutic partnerships with indivi
Manoshi Vin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30305
Hello! My name is Manoshi and I am Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I hold a degree from Boston University School of Social Work with a focus on Behavioral Medicine from BU school of Medicine. I have over 15 plus years of experience working with kids and adults in clinics, hospitals, schools and communities. I specialize in working children, teens and adults suffering from depression, anxiety and a variety of mood disorders. I also specialize in supporting kids and teens with issues such as bullying, school related stressors, life transitions, high conflict divorce, grief and loss.
Hello! My name is Manoshi and I am Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I hold a degree from Boston University School of Social Work with a focus on Behavioral Medicine from BU school of Medicine. I have over 15 plus years of experience working with kids and adults in clinics, hospitals, schools and communities. I specialize in working children, teens and adults suffering from depression, anxiety and a variety of mood disorders. I also specialize in supporting kids and teens with issues such as bullying, school related stressors, life transitions, high conflict divorce, grief and loss.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Georgia provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Georgia build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Georgia build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.