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Helping Other Live Together Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30096
Holt works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
With over 20 years experience as a therapist, and as a graduate of Argosy University Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Holt specializes in Reality Therapy. She is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to children and adolescents, couples, anxiety and trauma. Dr. Holt is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Dr. Holt integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.
Holt works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
With over 20 years experience as a therapist, and as a graduate of Argosy University Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Holt specializes in Reality Therapy. She is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to children and adolescents, couples, anxiety and trauma. Dr. Holt is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Dr. Holt integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.
(678) 974-0056 View (678) 974-0056

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Positive Strides, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Suwanee, GA 30024  (Online Only)
I offer the following services in my practice: Therapy for Depression and Anxiety •Trauma •Adult ADHD •PTSD •Family Counseling •Parenting Support •Grief Counseling •Work and Career issues •Stress Management •Transitional •Conflict Resolution •Marriage Therapy •Anger Management •Health & Wellness Solutions •Effective Communication •· Adoptions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience in the field of Social Work. I began as a social worker working in child welfare. I proceeded to work extensively in hospitals, home health, mental health, child welfare, juvenile court, schools, palliative care, hospice, and residential settings; providing case management and discharge planning. I moved to Georgia 10 years ago with my husband and two daughters and continued to pursue my passion for helping others. I am currently residing in Orlando Florida and practicing as an LCSW in Georgia and Florida. I currently provide telehealth sessions.
I offer the following services in my practice: Therapy for Depression and Anxiety •Trauma •Adult ADHD •PTSD •Family Counseling •Parenting Support •Grief Counseling •Work and Career issues •Stress Management •Transitional •Conflict Resolution •Marriage Therapy •Anger Management •Health & Wellness Solutions •Effective Communication •· Adoptions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience in the field of Social Work. I began as a social worker working in child welfare. I proceeded to work extensively in hospitals, home health, mental health, child welfare, juvenile court, schools, palliative care, hospice, and residential settings; providing case management and discharge planning. I moved to Georgia 10 years ago with my husband and two daughters and continued to pursue my passion for helping others. I am currently residing in Orlando Florida and practicing as an LCSW in Georgia and Florida. I currently provide telehealth sessions.
(407) 305-7425 View (407) 305-7425
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Melania Soto Garcia
MA, LPC, NCC, CMHC, CAMS
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
I am a bilingual (English - Spanish) therapist, EMDR training and Certified Anger Management Specialist. I’ve had experience with different mental health illnesses including, Anxiety, Depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My passion is to help people through transitions in life. I aim to be an unbiased guide that helps my clients and advocates for them in their journey towards self-actualization. My experience is helping individuals with relationships and family issues and I had helped teens in crisis reconcile with their families. I will enjoy the opportunity to get to know you and be added to your support system.
I am a bilingual (English - Spanish) therapist, EMDR training and Certified Anger Management Specialist. I’ve had experience with different mental health illnesses including, Anxiety, Depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My passion is to help people through transitions in life. I aim to be an unbiased guide that helps my clients and advocates for them in their journey towards self-actualization. My experience is helping individuals with relationships and family issues and I had helped teens in crisis reconcile with their families. I will enjoy the opportunity to get to know you and be added to your support system.
(678) 635-9216 View (678) 635-9216
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Samelhia M Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
I am a counselor who specializes in helping clients achieve their goals. I offer a judgment-free, unconventional approach to counseling as I believe therapy should be tailored to the person asking for help. I firmly believe everyone does things in their own unique way and time so honing in on self-identified strengths assists me with helping clients improve upon what they may consider their "challenges". I also assist my clients with getting in tune with those hidden strengths they may be unaware of. The hardest part of therapy is getting started. Book a session and take a chance. It is the only way to be the change you wish to see.
I am a counselor who specializes in helping clients achieve their goals. I offer a judgment-free, unconventional approach to counseling as I believe therapy should be tailored to the person asking for help. I firmly believe everyone does things in their own unique way and time so honing in on self-identified strengths assists me with helping clients improve upon what they may consider their "challenges". I also assist my clients with getting in tune with those hidden strengths they may be unaware of. The hardest part of therapy is getting started. Book a session and take a chance. It is the only way to be the change you wish to see.
(470) 228-4755 View (470) 228-4755
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C David Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, PhD(c), LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30005
I am here to help couples, families and individuals, overcome stress, and challenges in life. I am here to listen non-judgementally, compassionately and to offer insights when helpful. I enjoy working couples to them achieve balance and harmony in their partnership on every level, mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Together we can work to achieve your life goals and overcome any obstacles.
I am here to help couples, families and individuals, overcome stress, and challenges in life. I am here to listen non-judgementally, compassionately and to offer insights when helpful. I enjoy working couples to them achieve balance and harmony in their partnership on every level, mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Together we can work to achieve your life goals and overcome any obstacles.
(912) 207-9223 View (912) 207-9223
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Ellen Strugatch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMAC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Johns Creek, GA 30022
VOTED BEST IN GEORGIA 2021 and 2022! I have been in practice for over 25 years and after all these years I remain as passionate about my chosen profession as I did when I first began; perhaps even more so. Since 1991, I have worked with many individuals helping them to overcome fears, resolve interpersonal conflicts, understand themselves, identify and avoid negative life patterns and overall personal growth. I especially enjoy working with couples in helping them to understand and improve their relationships.
VOTED BEST IN GEORGIA 2021 and 2022! I have been in practice for over 25 years and after all these years I remain as passionate about my chosen profession as I did when I first began; perhaps even more so. Since 1991, I have worked with many individuals helping them to overcome fears, resolve interpersonal conflicts, understand themselves, identify and avoid negative life patterns and overall personal growth. I especially enjoy working with couples in helping them to understand and improve their relationships.
(770) 885-7599 View (770) 885-7599
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Healing Minds Institute
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD , LPC , LCMH, SAP, MAC
Verified Verified
Suwanee, GA 30024
HMI has a diverse group of therapists that can meet your personal goals, needs, and all of your expectations. No matter what your issues may be HMI has trained staff that can help you recover from any traumatic event in your life. HMI is based on the belief that "We're here to help you become a better you" and will do everything within the legal parameters to help you achieve your goals.
HMI has a diverse group of therapists that can meet your personal goals, needs, and all of your expectations. No matter what your issues may be HMI has trained staff that can help you recover from any traumatic event in your life. HMI is based on the belief that "We're here to help you become a better you" and will do everything within the legal parameters to help you achieve your goals.
(706) 917-8121 View (706) 917-8121

Online Therapists

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Turnmeika Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTS-I, CMAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30308
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/family challenges, grief and loss, and new life transitions.
Throughout life's journey, many people will or may have encountered some form of trauma, abuse, hurt, or pain. If that’s you, I want you also to know that it’s been me too. You’re Not Alone! I am passionate about working with Teens And Adults. I speak trauma, truth, and transparency. Allow me to walk with you along the journey and assist you in living and no longer existing.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/family challenges, grief and loss, and new life transitions.
Throughout life's journey, many people will or may have encountered some form of trauma, abuse, hurt, or pain. If that’s you, I want you also to know that it’s been me too. You’re Not Alone! I am passionate about working with Teens And Adults. I speak trauma, truth, and transparency. Allow me to walk with you along the journey and assist you in living and no longer existing.
(470) 468-2837 View (470) 468-2837
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Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC, LAPC, MFT, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McDonough, GA 30253
Are you living with anxiety or depression? Are you having relationship issues with your significant other or family members? Do you need help adjusting to major life changes? Are you ready to make changes to your life that will result in health, happiness, and healing in all areas of your life? Today is the day to schedule an appointment with Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching McDonough to address these issues and more. Located just south of Atlanta, GA, Thriveworks McDonough therapists, counselors, and life coaches are closer than you think to get you through the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Visit us at www.thriveworks.com/mcdonough to see what we are all about. At Thriveworks You Can Thrive. We Can Help.
Are you living with anxiety or depression? Are you having relationship issues with your significant other or family members? Do you need help adjusting to major life changes? Are you ready to make changes to your life that will result in health, happiness, and healing in all areas of your life? Today is the day to schedule an appointment with Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching McDonough to address these issues and more. Located just south of Atlanta, GA, Thriveworks McDonough therapists, counselors, and life coaches are closer than you think to get you through the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Visit us at www.thriveworks.com/mcdonough to see what we are all about. At Thriveworks You Can Thrive. We Can Help.
(404) 998-5102 View (404) 998-5102
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Stacy Franklin owner Access Counseling & Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAMSII, CCDP, SPHR
Verified Verified
Peachtree City, GA 30269
I partner with clients to address life stressors including, but not limited to, abandonment, depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as couples who may be experiencing a crossroads in their relationship. I also work with clients who are NOT struggling or in crisis , rather, they are looking to improve upon their self-confidence, prepare for a career change or simply grow and thrive in their personal and/or professional lives.
I partner with clients to address life stressors including, but not limited to, abandonment, depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as couples who may be experiencing a crossroads in their relationship. I also work with clients who are NOT struggling or in crisis , rather, they are looking to improve upon their self-confidence, prepare for a career change or simply grow and thrive in their personal and/or professional lives.
(770) 741-2492 View (770) 741-2492
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RestoreJ225 Therapeutic Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMFT, NCC, CPCS, CP
Verified Verified
Macon, GA 31206
Sometimes life’s circumstances and challenges can leave you feeling stuck. You find yourself just wanting someone to help you or your family to begin living a more meaningful life. My aspirations are to be a change agent that helps people to restore, rebuild, and regain hope in living a healthy, meaningful, and wholesome life.
Sometimes life’s circumstances and challenges can leave you feeling stuck. You find yourself just wanting someone to help you or your family to begin living a more meaningful life. My aspirations are to be a change agent that helps people to restore, rebuild, and regain hope in living a healthy, meaningful, and wholesome life.
(478) 394-8376 View (478) 394-8376
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Heike APC with The Counseling Group LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, APC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30041
I work with a variety of clients with many different levels of needs. I feel the additional training I've taken and will continue to take will allow me to assist my clients in meeting through goals.
I work with a variety of clients with many different levels of needs. I feel the additional training I've taken and will continue to take will allow me to assist my clients in meeting through goals.
(770) 415-8717 View (770) 415-8717
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Deborah A Russo
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, MA, CES
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30328
I am invested in helping individuals & couples navigate the challenges & milestones that surface in serious dating, pre-engagement, engagement, and married relationships. I am a certified facilitator for several evidence-based relationship-building inventory programs that help reduce vulnerability of a failed relationship. Research shows that most people wait until they are six years into a relationship before they reach for the help, direction, and support they need. I help intentional couples build resilient bonds by more deeply understanding one another through learning & practicing tools to enrich their relationship.
I am invested in helping individuals & couples navigate the challenges & milestones that surface in serious dating, pre-engagement, engagement, and married relationships. I am a certified facilitator for several evidence-based relationship-building inventory programs that help reduce vulnerability of a failed relationship. Research shows that most people wait until they are six years into a relationship before they reach for the help, direction, and support they need. I help intentional couples build resilient bonds by more deeply understanding one another through learning & practicing tools to enrich their relationship.
(678) 293-4203 View (678) 293-4203
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Eutoka Quillings-Bland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, BC-TMH, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Acworth, GA 30101
Relationships are hard work. You desire to be the individual that you are, but also try to figure out how to overcome the changes that being in a relationship can bring. Not all relationships are created equal. I want to help you cultivate a healthy relationship (whatever that may look like for you) as well as encourage a healthy relationship with yourself. I desire to provide you with a non-judgmental and empathetic environment where you feel safe to discuss your difficulties. It will be an honor for me to accompany you on your journey of realizing your potential, whether it be individually or in your relationship.
Relationships are hard work. You desire to be the individual that you are, but also try to figure out how to overcome the changes that being in a relationship can bring. Not all relationships are created equal. I want to help you cultivate a healthy relationship (whatever that may look like for you) as well as encourage a healthy relationship with yourself. I desire to provide you with a non-judgmental and empathetic environment where you feel safe to discuss your difficulties. It will be an honor for me to accompany you on your journey of realizing your potential, whether it be individually or in your relationship.
(770) 766-9185 View (770) 766-9185
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Dr. Kerene T Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW, C-DBT, CCTP, CCS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30354  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I opened the doors to my practice with the goal of providing clients with top-of-the-line mental health services. Whether you’re looking for a bit of counseling, or need professional assistance overcoming a traumatic experience - your wellbeing is my number one priority. I go above and beyond to cater to the needs of every client with a personalized treatment approach.
I opened the doors to my practice with the goal of providing clients with top-of-the-line mental health services. Whether you’re looking for a bit of counseling, or need professional assistance overcoming a traumatic experience - your wellbeing is my number one priority. I go above and beyond to cater to the needs of every client with a personalized treatment approach.
(678) 326-4734 View (678) 326-4734
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Still I Rise, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFCT
Verified Verified
Kennesaw, GA 30144  (Online Only)
I am passionate about relationships and making successful marriages, families, and healthy individuals. I want everyone to have the skills and abilities to navigate conflicts, stress, and trauma in order to maintain stability and increase their relational wellness.
I am passionate about relationships and making successful marriages, families, and healthy individuals. I want everyone to have the skills and abilities to navigate conflicts, stress, and trauma in order to maintain stability and increase their relational wellness.
(678) 750-2737 View (678) 750-2737
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Susan Sewell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Villa Rica, GA 30180
Relationships are at the core of human interaction, whether engaging with family members, significant others, co-workers, or individuals in your community. I will assist you in learning boundaries and mechanisms to maneuver through rough times so you may be a healthier, happier person. Asking for what you need is often difficult, but is an important part of improving your health and well-being. Therapy is about you and what you hope to accomplish. My focus is to meet you where you are, come alongside you in your challenges, and walk beside you as you learn to become who you want to be.
Relationships are at the core of human interaction, whether engaging with family members, significant others, co-workers, or individuals in your community. I will assist you in learning boundaries and mechanisms to maneuver through rough times so you may be a healthier, happier person. Asking for what you need is often difficult, but is an important part of improving your health and well-being. Therapy is about you and what you hope to accomplish. My focus is to meet you where you are, come alongside you in your challenges, and walk beside you as you learn to become who you want to be.
(678) 967-0329 View (678) 967-0329
Project Family, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, GA 30605  (Online Only)
Project Family is a community based program located in Athens, GA that offers me the opportunity to serve the families, individuals, and couples in Athens metro area.
Project Family is a community based program located in Athens, GA that offers me the opportunity to serve the families, individuals, and couples in Athens metro area.
(762) 214-4039 View (762) 214-4039
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Alice M. Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.
I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.
(678) 647-9228 View (678) 647-9228
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Melissa D Sexton
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
I love working with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. As we are all overcoming the pandemic(s), new strategies for thinking about living our best lives are on the forefronts of our minds. I would like to be your conversational partner as you consider the changes you see yourself making in the next 5-10 years. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, and even do team-building consultation within work settings.
I love working with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. As we are all overcoming the pandemic(s), new strategies for thinking about living our best lives are on the forefronts of our minds. I would like to be your conversational partner as you consider the changes you see yourself making in the next 5-10 years. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, and even do team-building consultation within work settings.
(678) 661-9293 View (678) 661-9293
Depression Therapists

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.