Therapists in Milton, GA
Jason Howard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milton, GA 30004
Working together we can navigate grief and loss, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship needs.
I serve as a counselor to help men, women, couples, families, and teens find hope, healing, and growth. I see it as an honor and calling to come alongside of someone who needs help in discovering the way forward.
Working together we can navigate grief and loss, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship needs.
I serve as a counselor to help men, women, couples, families, and teens find hope, healing, and growth. I see it as an honor and calling to come alongside of someone who needs help in discovering the way forward.
She is dedicated to addressing a variety of mental health concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and PTSD/Trauma.
Laurie Adams, LPC provides compassionate and expert care at LifeStance Health, offering a safe and nonjudgmental environment where clients can address their challenges and foster personal growth. Serving the community in Georgia, Laurie specializes in treating personality disorders, focusing on helping individuals navigate these complex conditions to achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life. With over a decade of experience since starting her practice in 2011, Laurie serves a diverse range of clients including adolescents (1517), young adults, adults, and seniors.
She is dedicated to addressing a variety of mental health concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and PTSD/Trauma.
Laurie Adams, LPC provides compassionate and expert care at LifeStance Health, offering a safe and nonjudgmental environment where clients can address their challenges and foster personal growth. Serving the community in Georgia, Laurie specializes in treating personality disorders, focusing on helping individuals navigate these complex conditions to achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life. With over a decade of experience since starting her practice in 2011, Laurie serves a diverse range of clients including adolescents (1517), young adults, adults, and seniors.
Trauma, stress, grief, betrayal, loneliness, depression, anxiety and mania all lead to psychological distress which impacts our minds, bodies & souls. I specialize in working with adults who struggle with these issues. Our intimate relationships are crucial in promoting our wellbeing, yet sometimes those relationships become the source of our greatest pain. I specialize in working with intimate relationship issues including marital conflict, parent-child issues with adult children, communication, infidelity, divorce recovery, co-parenting, and blending of families. I also work with issues of later-stage aging and caregiving.
Trauma, stress, grief, betrayal, loneliness, depression, anxiety and mania all lead to psychological distress which impacts our minds, bodies & souls. I specialize in working with adults who struggle with these issues. Our intimate relationships are crucial in promoting our wellbeing, yet sometimes those relationships become the source of our greatest pain. I specialize in working with intimate relationship issues including marital conflict, parent-child issues with adult children, communication, infidelity, divorce recovery, co-parenting, and blending of families. I also work with issues of later-stage aging and caregiving.
Dr. Gayle S Rozantine
Psychologist, PhD, CSM, DAAETS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, GA 30004 (Online Only)
Teletherapy available* For over 30 years, I have helped even the most anxious, stressed, and depressed patients learn how to relax. I am experienced in treating a wide variety of issues such as depression, PTSD, anxiety, stress, and marital/family conflict. I specialize in behavioral medicine, stress management, treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, chronic pain, and the emotional impact of physical illness. I am an expert in the field of trauma survival and work with many survivors of physical and sexual assault. As your therapist, I will help you cope with your challenges and you will learn how to manage your stress.
Teletherapy available* For over 30 years, I have helped even the most anxious, stressed, and depressed patients learn how to relax. I am experienced in treating a wide variety of issues such as depression, PTSD, anxiety, stress, and marital/family conflict. I specialize in behavioral medicine, stress management, treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, chronic pain, and the emotional impact of physical illness. I am an expert in the field of trauma survival and work with many survivors of physical and sexual assault. As your therapist, I will help you cope with your challenges and you will learn how to manage your stress.
Alpharetta Psychological Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
Milton, GA 30004
I am graduate of West Georgia with a Bachelors of Psychology and received my Master of Professional Counseling from Argosy University. I have been in private practice since 2009 and have extensive counseling experience with individuals and families, specializing in depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and substance abuse. In my work with clients, I provide a non-judgmental, protected space that allows you to process your thoughts and emotions.
I am graduate of West Georgia with a Bachelors of Psychology and received my Master of Professional Counseling from Argosy University. I have been in private practice since 2009 and have extensive counseling experience with individuals and families, specializing in depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and substance abuse. In my work with clients, I provide a non-judgmental, protected space that allows you to process your thoughts and emotions.
Alison Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CDBT, NCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Milton, GA 30004
Additional specialties include depression and anxiety reduction including academic supportive strategies.
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
Additional specialties include depression and anxiety reduction including academic supportive strategies.
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
Stephanie Leoni
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Milton, GA 30009 (Online Only)
Grounded in compassionate care and expertise, I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
Since 2004, my career as a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor has been defined by an unwavering commitment to holistic well-being. In the sacred space of my psychotherapy practice, I integrate evidence-based psychological techniques with Christian principles, creating a transformative sanctuary for individuals navigating life’s challenges.
Grounded in compassionate care and expertise, I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
Since 2004, my career as a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor has been defined by an unwavering commitment to holistic well-being. In the sacred space of my psychotherapy practice, I integrate evidence-based psychological techniques with Christian principles, creating a transformative sanctuary for individuals navigating life’s challenges.
Anxiety, depression, negative past experiences, or trauma can stop us from reaching our full potential and feel that we may never have the life and relationships we deserve.
Are you struggling with relationships and boundaries? Are going through recent changes or wanting to chase your dreams but feel uncertain or unmotivated? Are you experiencing an increase in anxiety or depression that is stopping you from being the best you? Therapy can be a great a tool to help any of these possible feelings or changes you may be facing. You may be ready to take back control of your life and find some relief, or you might be at the stage of wondering if things can be better. I can help with all of these things, let's set up a no cost consultation call to see if I am a good fit for you!
Anxiety, depression, negative past experiences, or trauma can stop us from reaching our full potential and feel that we may never have the life and relationships we deserve.
Are you struggling with relationships and boundaries? Are going through recent changes or wanting to chase your dreams but feel uncertain or unmotivated? Are you experiencing an increase in anxiety or depression that is stopping you from being the best you? Therapy can be a great a tool to help any of these possible feelings or changes you may be facing. You may be ready to take back control of your life and find some relief, or you might be at the stage of wondering if things can be better. I can help with all of these things, let's set up a no cost consultation call to see if I am a good fit for you!
Carleen Marie Newsome
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, ACS
Verified Verified
Milton, GA 30004
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, grief and loss.
Are you struggling or feeling stuck? Are you having difficulty creating the life you have always imagined? Do you feel that despite your best efforts it is never enough? I fundamentally believe that we are all doing the best we can at any given moment, that we are innately driven towards positive growth and that sometimes we need help along the way. I find it an honor to walk beside my clients as they navigate their journey towards increased hope, enhanced life satisfaction, greater spirituality and sustainable peace.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, grief and loss.
Are you struggling or feeling stuck? Are you having difficulty creating the life you have always imagined? Do you feel that despite your best efforts it is never enough? I fundamentally believe that we are all doing the best we can at any given moment, that we are innately driven towards positive growth and that sometimes we need help along the way. I find it an honor to walk beside my clients as they navigate their journey towards increased hope, enhanced life satisfaction, greater spirituality and sustainable peace.
I work with adult women that are looking to take the first step in their emotional healing journey. I also work with women that are in, or are considering, a life transition. Additionally, I work with women who are experiencing anxiety and depression, or may be facing other life issues that feel overwhelming. Lastly, I work with women that struggle with people-pleasing and conflict avoidance.
I work with adult women that are looking to take the first step in their emotional healing journey. I also work with women that are in, or are considering, a life transition. Additionally, I work with women who are experiencing anxiety and depression, or may be facing other life issues that feel overwhelming. Lastly, I work with women that struggle with people-pleasing and conflict avoidance.
I work with adults, couples, and teens who have been struggling with depression, anxiety, career issues, adjustment issues, traumas, relationship issues, grief, and substance abuse.
Wandering in your life and feeling lost? I am here for you. I will be serving as a lighthouse, guiding you and casting a bright light on your life. We will work as a team and look for the coast that belongs to you. This journey is not going to be easy but you have already accomplished the most difficult step - Reaching out. I care about your needs and value your voice. My goal is to create a safe, secure, and comfortable environment for your self-growth during this journey.
I work with adults, couples, and teens who have been struggling with depression, anxiety, career issues, adjustment issues, traumas, relationship issues, grief, and substance abuse.
Wandering in your life and feeling lost? I am here for you. I will be serving as a lighthouse, guiding you and casting a bright light on your life. We will work as a team and look for the coast that belongs to you. This journey is not going to be easy but you have already accomplished the most difficult step - Reaching out. I care about your needs and value your voice. My goal is to create a safe, secure, and comfortable environment for your self-growth during this journey.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, GA 30004
Are you an adult or teen who is struggling to manage difficult emotions? Have you experienced emotional trauma, unhealthy or difficult relationships, or low self esteem? Are you exhausted from emotional distress and need support? If so, please consider contacting me for therapy. I am passionate about helping people live a happy, fulfilled lives. Together, we can work to help you gain deeper understanding and work to accomplish goals that make life more satisfying. My areas of focus include suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, body image, depression, anxiety, trauma, CPTSD, relationships, identity, and self-esteem.
Are you an adult or teen who is struggling to manage difficult emotions? Have you experienced emotional trauma, unhealthy or difficult relationships, or low self esteem? Are you exhausted from emotional distress and need support? If so, please consider contacting me for therapy. I am passionate about helping people live a happy, fulfilled lives. Together, we can work to help you gain deeper understanding and work to accomplish goals that make life more satisfying. My areas of focus include suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, body image, depression, anxiety, trauma, CPTSD, relationships, identity, and self-esteem.
Dr. Crystal Burwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Milton, GA 30004 (Online Only)
My specialties include eating disorders, empaths/highly sensitive people (HSP), depression, & anxiety.
I'm Dr. Burwell, and I can help you find your voice. Your voice is all you have. Are you struggling to cope with life? You're not alone. We're all struggling in an uncertain world. Life is messy, but I can help you clean it up. Therapy improves emotional wellness, relationships, and connectivity to your higher power. It's time to prepare for soul surgery! Your wellness is critical to every aspect of life. Your health is connected to your wealth. This process yields dividends with a high return on your investment. Begin your work today!
My specialties include eating disorders, empaths/highly sensitive people (HSP), depression, & anxiety.
I'm Dr. Burwell, and I can help you find your voice. Your voice is all you have. Are you struggling to cope with life? You're not alone. We're all struggling in an uncertain world. Life is messy, but I can help you clean it up. Therapy improves emotional wellness, relationships, and connectivity to your higher power. It's time to prepare for soul surgery! Your wellness is critical to every aspect of life. Your health is connected to your wealth. This process yields dividends with a high return on your investment. Begin your work today!
Joanna Goulding Kester
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CBTS
Verified Verified
Milton, GA 30004
As a Nationally Certified Counselor, I rely on evidence-based practices like Brainspotting and Mindful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (M-CBT), to help children, adults, and families heal from the past, find stability in the present and hope for the future. My training and experience includes working with the effects of trauma (PTSD) and stressful experiences (e.g. emotional and sexual abuse, affairs, divorce, family conflict, grief, work stress, medical etc). I also work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, gender and sexuality, OCD, Maternal Mental Health, self-harm, behavior disorders and Insomnia.
As a Nationally Certified Counselor, I rely on evidence-based practices like Brainspotting and Mindful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (M-CBT), to help children, adults, and families heal from the past, find stability in the present and hope for the future. My training and experience includes working with the effects of trauma (PTSD) and stressful experiences (e.g. emotional and sexual abuse, affairs, divorce, family conflict, grief, work stress, medical etc). I also work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, gender and sexuality, OCD, Maternal Mental Health, self-harm, behavior disorders and Insomnia.
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).
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).
Sharon R Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milton, GA 30009 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, addictions, women's issues, and trauma.
The decision to enter therapy can be a difficult one for many people. Taking the first steps towards, first, admitting there is a problem, and then reaching out for help takes bravery and courage. It's also a sign that you may be tired of living the way you have been living and you're ready to face the issues that are causing you and your family discomfort. I am here to help you every step of the way. As a seasoned psychotherapist with many years working in the field, I can help you by giving you a formal diagnosis at the time of our first session, educate you of your issue, and teach you better coping skills.
I specialize in working with anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, addictions, women's issues, and trauma.
The decision to enter therapy can be a difficult one for many people. Taking the first steps towards, first, admitting there is a problem, and then reaching out for help takes bravery and courage. It's also a sign that you may be tired of living the way you have been living and you're ready to face the issues that are causing you and your family discomfort. I am here to help you every step of the way. As a seasoned psychotherapist with many years working in the field, I can help you by giving you a formal diagnosis at the time of our first session, educate you of your issue, and teach you better coping skills.
Emily Rebecca Siegel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, GA 30009
We all share an inherent need to feel safe and seen, and I deeply value the connection I share with each of my clients. My clients are teens, families, women, and couples (LGBTQI+ welcome). I graduated from NYU and have 15 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups. Most potential clients reach out to me when struggling with self-worth, body image, disordered eating, trauma, panic, and depression. If you're interested in starting therapy with me, you will have a safe, confidential space to share and process your feelings, learn new coping strategies, and improve relationships.
We all share an inherent need to feel safe and seen, and I deeply value the connection I share with each of my clients. My clients are teens, families, women, and couples (LGBTQI+ welcome). I graduated from NYU and have 15 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups. Most potential clients reach out to me when struggling with self-worth, body image, disordered eating, trauma, panic, and depression. If you're interested in starting therapy with me, you will have a safe, confidential space to share and process your feelings, learn new coping strategies, and improve relationships.
My specialties include: Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Self Esteem, Depression, Boundary Setting, Behavioral Issues, and Men's Issues.
My mission as a counselor is to meet every client where they are in their journey of life with the hopes of being able to aid them with tools to navigate appropriately through life. I use a holistic therapeutic approach with the overall goal in mind to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves regarding their spiritual, physical, mental and emotional well-being, coupled with approaches ranging from Reality Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
My specialties include: Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Self Esteem, Depression, Boundary Setting, Behavioral Issues, and Men's Issues.
My mission as a counselor is to meet every client where they are in their journey of life with the hopes of being able to aid them with tools to navigate appropriately through life. I use a holistic therapeutic approach with the overall goal in mind to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves regarding their spiritual, physical, mental and emotional well-being, coupled with approaches ranging from Reality Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
Rholonda Adams is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Georgia who has been practicing since 2022. Rholonda provides medication management services for psychiatric disorders along with brief psychotherapy skills reinforcement for optimal treatment response. In her spare time, Rholonda loves to read, bake, learn new things, and spend time with her family.
Rholonda Adams is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Georgia who has been practicing since 2022. Rholonda provides medication management services for psychiatric disorders along with brief psychotherapy skills reinforcement for optimal treatment response. In her spare time, Rholonda loves to read, bake, learn new things, and spend time with her family.
Kristi Durden is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor’s in Broadcasting and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Kristi became a therapist after attending therapy, since she saw firsthand how helpful it was and wanted to offer this lifechanging experience to others. Kristi always provides a welcoming and safe environment to assist clients in exploring their experiences, validating and challenging them while remaining openminded.
Kristi Durden is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor’s in Broadcasting and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Kristi became a therapist after attending therapy, since she saw firsthand how helpful it was and wanted to offer this lifechanging experience to others. Kristi always provides a welcoming and safe environment to assist clients in exploring their experiences, validating and challenging them while remaining openminded.
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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.