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Shari Ponder
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT and Motivational Interviewing, along with Christian counseling, mindfulness, and compassion to help clients set SMART goals and authentically journey with them toward achievement.
Do you feel like the weight of the world is too much to bear sometimes? Are you secretly struggling with stress, anxiety & depression? Maybe you're ok but your kids are struggling. I bet you're expected to have it all together but it's okay to admit that you're tired of the constant battle. What you're yearning for is balance, inner peace & the promise of feeling a bit better today than yesterday. I am Shari Ponder & you are not alone. Let's put an end to the grip of loneliness you carry & work together to rediscover joy & hope. It's time to throw in the towel & pick up the tools for your journey to healing, wholeness & well-being.
I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT and Motivational Interviewing, along with Christian counseling, mindfulness, and compassion to help clients set SMART goals and authentically journey with them toward achievement.
Do you feel like the weight of the world is too much to bear sometimes? Are you secretly struggling with stress, anxiety & depression? Maybe you're ok but your kids are struggling. I bet you're expected to have it all together but it's okay to admit that you're tired of the constant battle. What you're yearning for is balance, inner peace & the promise of feeling a bit better today than yesterday. I am Shari Ponder & you are not alone. Let's put an end to the grip of loneliness you carry & work together to rediscover joy & hope. It's time to throw in the towel & pick up the tools for your journey to healing, wholeness & well-being.
(678) 831-6238 View (678) 831-6238
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Corey Milsap
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, LSP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) isn't your usual talk therapy.
Ready for change? My approach to therapy includes cognitive behavioral therapy, expressive therapy, and play therapy. I have +20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) isn't your usual talk therapy.
Ready for change? My approach to therapy includes cognitive behavioral therapy, expressive therapy, and play therapy. I have +20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.
(678) 726-5075 View (678) 726-5075
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Ana Maria Storino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is direct.
If you're seeking growth, growth will be inevitable. I enjoy the thrill of witnessing my clients recognize their potential and take charge of their lives, perhaps for the very first time. When your life improves, I am deeply moved, and thankful. And, because I am a practical person, your therapy will have a beginning, a middle, and an end, so you can get on with the pleasure of creating a wonderful life. I promise to be an unwavering ally along the way.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is direct.
If you're seeking growth, growth will be inevitable. I enjoy the thrill of witnessing my clients recognize their potential and take charge of their lives, perhaps for the very first time. When your life improves, I am deeply moved, and thankful. And, because I am a practical person, your therapy will have a beginning, a middle, and an end, so you can get on with the pleasure of creating a wonderful life. I promise to be an unwavering ally along the way.
(404) 982-4742 View (404) 982-4742
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Robyn Starks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Robyn utilizes relational, collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), mindfulness-based, art and play therapy techniques, solutions-focused (SFT), and emotionally-focused (EFT) approaches to therapy.
Robyn Starks is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) who has more than 7 years of experience working with children, adults, individuals, and couples who are seeking help in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, communication, coping skills and parenting issues. Her passion includes learning alongside couples while helping them build and maintain fulfilling relationships through self-awareness and continued growth. Robyn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kennesaw State University and received his Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Richmont Graduate University.
Robyn utilizes relational, collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), mindfulness-based, art and play therapy techniques, solutions-focused (SFT), and emotionally-focused (EFT) approaches to therapy.
Robyn Starks is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) who has more than 7 years of experience working with children, adults, individuals, and couples who are seeking help in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, communication, coping skills and parenting issues. Her passion includes learning alongside couples while helping them build and maintain fulfilling relationships through self-awareness and continued growth. Robyn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kennesaw State University and received his Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Richmont Graduate University.
(678) 252-6537 View (678) 252-6537
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Brittany McGrady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
I am vested in building and maintaining rapport as I believe having a positive rapport is key to a successful therapeutic relationship. My goals are to educate and empower! With that, we will work collaboratively to identify your social/emotional needs and implement tools that will help you better manage your thoughts and emotions as well as make positive decisions. Through our journey, you will learn the importance of self care and will prioritize putting yourself first!
I am vested in building and maintaining rapport as I believe having a positive rapport is key to a successful therapeutic relationship. My goals are to educate and empower! With that, we will work collaboratively to identify your social/emotional needs and implement tools that will help you better manage your thoughts and emotions as well as make positive decisions. Through our journey, you will learn the importance of self care and will prioritize putting yourself first!
(678) 443-2181 View (678) 443-2181
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Inneractions Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
I believe in a trusting therapeutic relationship to create change. Then we design, create and assemble a toolbox filled with interests, experiences, successes, skills, and reminders to handle the unexpected and difficult parts of life. Since working with children, adolescents, adults, parents and families for over 20 years, my specialties focus on social skills development, interpersonal relationships, verbal and nonverbal communication, as well as understanding and identifying client strengths, beliefs, and passions so that they may gain a toolbox that works for them.
I believe in a trusting therapeutic relationship to create change. Then we design, create and assemble a toolbox filled with interests, experiences, successes, skills, and reminders to handle the unexpected and difficult parts of life. Since working with children, adolescents, adults, parents and families for over 20 years, my specialties focus on social skills development, interpersonal relationships, verbal and nonverbal communication, as well as understanding and identifying client strengths, beliefs, and passions so that they may gain a toolbox that works for them.
(678) 846-6946 View (678) 846-6946
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Life Empowerment Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Our therapists at Life Empowerment Services (LES) are trained with a diverse skillset and ready to walk alongside you in various approaches to assist you and/or your family with healing. We are a trauma informed agency that specializes in treating trauma survivors which is ANY event that is difficult to cope with. This can be sexual trauma, or physical and emotional (neglect or abandonment, etc.) abuse, spiritual abuse, or life changes (divorce, empty nesters, loss of a loved one, etc.). We will meet you at your point of need and engage you in a therapeutic and supportive way, promoting self-actualization and empowerment.
Our therapists at Life Empowerment Services (LES) are trained with a diverse skillset and ready to walk alongside you in various approaches to assist you and/or your family with healing. We are a trauma informed agency that specializes in treating trauma survivors which is ANY event that is difficult to cope with. This can be sexual trauma, or physical and emotional (neglect or abandonment, etc.) abuse, spiritual abuse, or life changes (divorce, empty nesters, loss of a loved one, etc.). We will meet you at your point of need and engage you in a therapeutic and supportive way, promoting self-actualization and empowerment.
(470) 735-2408 x1 View (470) 735-2408 x1
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Love 1 Two Another
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Welcome, your wellness journey starts here. No matter where you are in your search for healing, L1TA has counselors available now to support you. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, or feeling like you’ve lost control, we are here to support you. If you are searching for answers, seeking balance and/or feeling stuck, you've found the right place. Our counselors are committed to empowering those feeling hopeless and seeking genuine change and fulfillment.
Welcome, your wellness journey starts here. No matter where you are in your search for healing, L1TA has counselors available now to support you. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, or feeling like you’ve lost control, we are here to support you. If you are searching for answers, seeking balance and/or feeling stuck, you've found the right place. Our counselors are committed to empowering those feeling hopeless and seeking genuine change and fulfillment.
(470) 414-5385 View (470) 414-5385
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Shemika S. Hubbard - Attento Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdD, NCC, LAPC, PSC, CAC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Children and Families have been my passion for the duration of my professional career. Specializing in services to Pre-Kindergarten to college seniors, I utilize a strength-based supportive counseling approach to overcome challenges within and outside the family system. As a passionate and impactful School Counselor, I help students and their families navigate their complex worlds to live a knowledge-rich, healthy, happy life. As a mental health professional, I understand the unique nature of individual school culture that supports and sometimes challenges children. I provide non-school-based supportive counseling services.
Children and Families have been my passion for the duration of my professional career. Specializing in services to Pre-Kindergarten to college seniors, I utilize a strength-based supportive counseling approach to overcome challenges within and outside the family system. As a passionate and impactful School Counselor, I help students and their families navigate their complex worlds to live a knowledge-rich, healthy, happy life. As a mental health professional, I understand the unique nature of individual school culture that supports and sometimes challenges children. I provide non-school-based supportive counseling services.
(404) 649-0526 View (404) 649-0526
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Attento Counseling Practice
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
*Request an Appointment Here https://attentocounseling.com/request-an-appointment/ *Attento Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health provider with 3 locations and over 60 licensed clinicians in the north Atlanta metro area (Marietta, Cumming, and Kennesaw). We also offer an affordable, accessible sliding-scale option for clients in need through our Mental Wellness & Emotional Learning program. Visit mwel.net for more information.
*Request an Appointment Here https://attentocounseling.com/request-an-appointment/ *Attento Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health provider with 3 locations and over 60 licensed clinicians in the north Atlanta metro area (Marietta, Cumming, and Kennesaw). We also offer an affordable, accessible sliding-scale option for clients in need through our Mental Wellness & Emotional Learning program. Visit mwel.net for more information.
(404) 383-6944 View (404) 383-6944
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Lauren Buice
Counselor, APC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Lauren most often works with elementary, middle, and high school kids and their families. She takes pride in being flexible and creative with her approach to meet the needs of various ages and personalities, and incorporates everything from expressive arts, to video games, to mindfulness scripts. For teen and adult clients she strives to help individuals identify the unhelpful beliefs they hold about themselves and learn to love themselves through self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and experiencing empathy in her office. Lauren loves working with clients and parents to help them navigate their lives with calm and confidence.
Lauren most often works with elementary, middle, and high school kids and their families. She takes pride in being flexible and creative with her approach to meet the needs of various ages and personalities, and incorporates everything from expressive arts, to video games, to mindfulness scripts. For teen and adult clients she strives to help individuals identify the unhelpful beliefs they hold about themselves and learn to love themselves through self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and experiencing empathy in her office. Lauren loves working with clients and parents to help them navigate their lives with calm and confidence.
(678) 932-0887 View (678) 932-0887
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Zatascha C Burton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067  (Online Only)
I am Zatascha Burton, a Licensed Professional Counselor and as a therapist, I stay educated about best practices for working with my clients. I strive to create an affirming space for every community - helping individuals, and young people to identify and achieve their personal goals by coping with the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and stress.
I am Zatascha Burton, a Licensed Professional Counselor and as a therapist, I stay educated about best practices for working with my clients. I strive to create an affirming space for every community - helping individuals, and young people to identify and achieve their personal goals by coping with the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and stress.
(912) 348-8611 View (912) 348-8611
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Bethany Verbrugge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Going through trauma, grief, depression, anxiety and/or an eating disorder can be very lonely and isolating. Clients sometimes feel that they have no one who really understands what they are going through. I have worked with many clients who have experienced tragedies and difficult times in their lives, and maybe you can relate to some of those difficult feelings. I'm here to tell you that you don't have to go through this alone! You may be looking for a place to heal, to explore painful memories, to receive support. There is strength in seeking help and I would love to be by your side to support you.
Going through trauma, grief, depression, anxiety and/or an eating disorder can be very lonely and isolating. Clients sometimes feel that they have no one who really understands what they are going through. I have worked with many clients who have experienced tragedies and difficult times in their lives, and maybe you can relate to some of those difficult feelings. I'm here to tell you that you don't have to go through this alone! You may be looking for a place to heal, to explore painful memories, to receive support. There is strength in seeking help and I would love to be by your side to support you.
(678) 326-4370 View (678) 326-4370

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists

How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?

Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.

When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?

It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.

How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?

To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.

Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?

CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.