Therapists in Polk County, GA
Three Rivers Counseling of Rome, Georgia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cedartown, GA 30125
Individual counseling to Adults (of all ages) and Adolescents. I will see older children that are mature enough for verbal therapy as I am not a play therapist.
Individual counseling to Adults (of all ages) and Adolescents. I will see older children that are mature enough for verbal therapy as I am not a play therapist.
Online Therapists
Marlynn Bohannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, GA 30606
Now accepting new clients, including couples! Life is full of changes. Changes occur around us all the time. Some of these changes can be wonderful and cause feelings of excitement. Other changes can cause fear, anxiety, depression, or feelings of grief. These reactions are normal and sometimes it’s helpful to have someone to talk to about them. A little about my background. I have worked in the medical field for over 20 years. I went back to school at the University of Georgia to study social work in 2018. In school, I discovered that I really loved doing counseling and therapy. That’s why I do this.
Now accepting new clients, including couples! Life is full of changes. Changes occur around us all the time. Some of these changes can be wonderful and cause feelings of excitement. Other changes can cause fear, anxiety, depression, or feelings of grief. These reactions are normal and sometimes it’s helpful to have someone to talk to about them. A little about my background. I have worked in the medical field for over 20 years. I went back to school at the University of Georgia to study social work in 2018. In school, I discovered that I really loved doing counseling and therapy. That’s why I do this.
Leah Farrell-Carnahan
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30307
I am a specialist offering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness training for anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive or related disorders, perfectionism, insomnia, and post traumatic stress. I also help with depression, substance use, and chronic health conditions as well as difficulties adjusting to life changes, career, or relationships.
I am a specialist offering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness training for anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive or related disorders, perfectionism, insomnia, and post traumatic stress. I also help with depression, substance use, and chronic health conditions as well as difficulties adjusting to life changes, career, or relationships.
Latrice Lynn Lewis
LAPC, NCC, MPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30317
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, and sports psychology.
Have you found it difficult to adapt to a new life transition? Are you struggling with past traumas? Struggling to make friends/romantic connections or find motivation? I approach counseling as a partnership and together we can improve your well-being. I strive to create a space that is non judgmental where you can be yourself without fear. You've made it this far in your life with coping skills you have developed along the way. Some of those ways of coping may be getting in your way now. I'll help you identify unhealthy patterns, understand the origin of your issues, and change your life for the better. You deserve to feel better.
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, and sports psychology.
Have you found it difficult to adapt to a new life transition? Are you struggling with past traumas? Struggling to make friends/romantic connections or find motivation? I approach counseling as a partnership and together we can improve your well-being. I strive to create a space that is non judgmental where you can be yourself without fear. You've made it this far in your life with coping skills you have developed along the way. Some of those ways of coping may be getting in your way now. I'll help you identify unhealthy patterns, understand the origin of your issues, and change your life for the better. You deserve to feel better.
Nurture and Be Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APC, CRC
Verified Verified
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Our specialties include adolescent counseling, life transitions, mental health counseling for men, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, self-worth, couples counseling and chronic illness/caregiver support.
At Nurture and Be Therapy Services our mission is to empower individuals and their families to live joyful lives. Our approach involves creating a safe and supportive environment to encourage vulnerability, curiosity, and lasting change. As a mental health collective, we assist members by providing therapy and connecting them with other wellness professionals because treating the whole person matters (body, mind and soul).
Our specialties include adolescent counseling, life transitions, mental health counseling for men, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, self-worth, couples counseling and chronic illness/caregiver support.
At Nurture and Be Therapy Services our mission is to empower individuals and their families to live joyful lives. Our approach involves creating a safe and supportive environment to encourage vulnerability, curiosity, and lasting change. As a mental health collective, we assist members by providing therapy and connecting them with other wellness professionals because treating the whole person matters (body, mind and soul).
Joy Standridge Mock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Waitlist for new clients
Are you discouraged because you’ve already tried different ways to resolve your depression, anxiety, relationship issues, mood swings, sleep issues or PTSD and you haven’t gotten the results that you need to live your best life? Are you walking through circumstances that have left you feeling alone or abandoned? Do you sometimes feel you're not good enough or can't get what you want in your personal life or career no matter what you try or how hard you work? Does self-doubt, critical thoughts or impulsivity keep you from succeeding in relationships or career opportunities? I'd love to use my skills and experience to help you
Are you discouraged because you’ve already tried different ways to resolve your depression, anxiety, relationship issues, mood swings, sleep issues or PTSD and you haven’t gotten the results that you need to live your best life? Are you walking through circumstances that have left you feeling alone or abandoned? Do you sometimes feel you're not good enough or can't get what you want in your personal life or career no matter what you try or how hard you work? Does self-doubt, critical thoughts or impulsivity keep you from succeeding in relationships or career opportunities? I'd love to use my skills and experience to help you
Cameron Butler Wooten
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064
Whether you are struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there is more to life, there is help. I provide a variety of services, including: individual, marital, and family counseling. My areas of expertise include: women, teens, and young adults, marital problems, relationship troubles, pre-marital counseling, low self-esteem/identity, problems within the family, depression/anxiety, life transitions, and grief/loss. My goal is to provide you with the insights and tools necessary to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors to new, healthy ways of approaching life.
Whether you are struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there is more to life, there is help. I provide a variety of services, including: individual, marital, and family counseling. My areas of expertise include: women, teens, and young adults, marital problems, relationship troubles, pre-marital counseling, low self-esteem/identity, problems within the family, depression/anxiety, life transitions, and grief/loss. My goal is to provide you with the insights and tools necessary to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors to new, healthy ways of approaching life.
Betty Gebhardt
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairburn, GA 30213
From a young age, I have been passionate about helping others embark on their own personal journey towards healing, wholeness, and purpose. Upon receiving my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Georgia Southern University, I went on to pursue my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I have gained valuable experience and enjoy working with college students and adults of all ages experiencing addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career concerns, spiritual issues, chronic illness, family of origin issues, and other life transitions.
From a young age, I have been passionate about helping others embark on their own personal journey towards healing, wholeness, and purpose. Upon receiving my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Georgia Southern University, I went on to pursue my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I have gained valuable experience and enjoy working with college students and adults of all ages experiencing addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career concerns, spiritual issues, chronic illness, family of origin issues, and other life transitions.
Tessa Wolf
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30075
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).
Mandy Michelle Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30655
Waitlist for new clients
I have assisted many individuals process through and overcome childhood trauma, sexual assault, neglect, abuse, abandonment, anxiety, depression, and many of the other problems created by trauma.
Sometimes life is just hard, you are going along, and everything is fine, when, suddenly, wham!...everything changes, and leaves you asking, "now what?" You were taught how to do Algebra, but not how to deal with the situation you find yourself in. For me, therapy is about finding the right tools for you so that you can, in the healthiest way possible, thrive in the hardest times. I want you to know that you are amazing, and infinitely capable, and that sometimes you just need a little bit of help learning how to deal with life's curve balls.
I have assisted many individuals process through and overcome childhood trauma, sexual assault, neglect, abuse, abandonment, anxiety, depression, and many of the other problems created by trauma.
Sometimes life is just hard, you are going along, and everything is fine, when, suddenly, wham!...everything changes, and leaves you asking, "now what?" You were taught how to do Algebra, but not how to deal with the situation you find yourself in. For me, therapy is about finding the right tools for you so that you can, in the healthiest way possible, thrive in the hardest times. I want you to know that you are amazing, and infinitely capable, and that sometimes you just need a little bit of help learning how to deal with life's curve balls.
Brittanee Sims
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairburn, GA 30213 (Online Only)
I work with clients to address depression, anxiety, trauma and life stressors. As your therapist; I offer a welcoming/transparent environment to express your life struggles and circumstances.
I work with clients to address depression, anxiety, trauma and life stressors. As your therapist; I offer a welcoming/transparent environment to express your life struggles and circumstances.
Janet W. Beasley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Watkinsville, GA 30677
Using a client-centered approach in an accepting and caring environment, I enjoy working with those who experience issues from trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, women's issues, and life transitional issues, such as marriage, separation, and divorce. You and I will work together to develop your individual goals to reach your greatest potential of well-being. I utilize the most current evidence based treatments in my practice to promote healing of the body and mind. I would love to meet with you to see if I would be a good fit for your needs!
Using a client-centered approach in an accepting and caring environment, I enjoy working with those who experience issues from trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, women's issues, and life transitional issues, such as marriage, separation, and divorce. You and I will work together to develop your individual goals to reach your greatest potential of well-being. I utilize the most current evidence based treatments in my practice to promote healing of the body and mind. I would love to meet with you to see if I would be a good fit for your needs!
Lisa Gentry
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30308 (Online Only)
I'm passionate about helping others find healing and wholeness. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply, find healing from the past, and live a rich and meaningful life. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and poor self-confidence. I have specialized experience treating trauma and substance abuse, and as a Certified DBT Therapist, I specialize in treating Borderline Personality. I utilize DBT, ACT, and Cognitive Processing Therapy as my modalities. I believe that one of the most underrated experiences is loss, including the end of significant relationships.
I'm passionate about helping others find healing and wholeness. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply, find healing from the past, and live a rich and meaningful life. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and poor self-confidence. I have specialized experience treating trauma and substance abuse, and as a Certified DBT Therapist, I specialize in treating Borderline Personality. I utilize DBT, ACT, and Cognitive Processing Therapy as my modalities. I believe that one of the most underrated experiences is loss, including the end of significant relationships.
Janie B Mardis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30345
It is human to get lost and feel isolated at times, but from an evolutionary perspective, humans weren't built to heal in isolation. Stress, grief, and life transitions are all normal, but how we navigate them can determine whether anxiety, depression, or isolation follow. My nonjudgmental, research-informed approach supports clients in healing through diligent practice, secure connection, mutual respect, and clear-eyed self-reflection. Clients are safe to explore their full selfhood, to view challenge as a normal part of growth, to learn concrete tools for comfort and safety, and to grow secure and joyous in their authentic selves.
It is human to get lost and feel isolated at times, but from an evolutionary perspective, humans weren't built to heal in isolation. Stress, grief, and life transitions are all normal, but how we navigate them can determine whether anxiety, depression, or isolation follow. My nonjudgmental, research-informed approach supports clients in healing through diligent practice, secure connection, mutual respect, and clear-eyed self-reflection. Clients are safe to explore their full selfhood, to view challenge as a normal part of growth, to learn concrete tools for comfort and safety, and to grow secure and joyous in their authentic selves.
Dr. Elizabeth A. Mellin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, GA 30044 (Online Only)
I specialize in sex-positive, trauma-focused therapy with a particular commitment to serving women and the LGBTQ+ community. Whether childhood abuse, parental rejection, religious alienation, discrimination, sexual assault, etc., the types of pain we experience are often interpersonal and related to our identities. Trauma impacts our physical and mental health, relationships, and sex lives. Anxiety, depression, ADHD, and chronic illness are connected to traumatic distress. Trauma also compromises our ability to feel safe in relationships. As a result, we can struggle with shame, trust, self-worth, co-dependency, intimacy, etc.
I specialize in sex-positive, trauma-focused therapy with a particular commitment to serving women and the LGBTQ+ community. Whether childhood abuse, parental rejection, religious alienation, discrimination, sexual assault, etc., the types of pain we experience are often interpersonal and related to our identities. Trauma impacts our physical and mental health, relationships, and sex lives. Anxiety, depression, ADHD, and chronic illness are connected to traumatic distress. Trauma also compromises our ability to feel safe in relationships. As a result, we can struggle with shame, trust, self-worth, co-dependency, intimacy, etc.
Brian Santiago
Counselor, MS, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339
Waitlist for new clients
Depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence, interpersonal relationships, perfectionism, school issues, screen addiction, and stress management are areas I work with extensively.
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first steps toward becoming a better version of yourself. The decision to pursue therapy takes so much bravery! I hope to honor such efforts by providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your past/present issues to provide insight into feelings and behaviors. This process lays the groundwork for reaching a place of greater fulfillment.
Depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence, interpersonal relationships, perfectionism, school issues, screen addiction, and stress management are areas I work with extensively.
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first steps toward becoming a better version of yourself. The decision to pursue therapy takes so much bravery! I hope to honor such efforts by providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your past/present issues to provide insight into feelings and behaviors. This process lays the groundwork for reaching a place of greater fulfillment.
Steven Ward
Counselor, APC, NCC, CTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30076 (Online Only)
I am curious about you. I want to know your thoughts and feelings, your strengths and struggles. I want to get to hear your story. I see therapy as a journey we take as a team: working together to find the right path to meet your goals. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life stress, or maybe just want to give therapy a try, I’d love to talk.
I am curious about you. I want to know your thoughts and feelings, your strengths and struggles. I want to get to hear your story. I see therapy as a journey we take as a team: working together to find the right path to meet your goals. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life stress, or maybe just want to give therapy a try, I’d love to talk.
Hilary Shana Woodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30068
My primary speciality is working with clients who have endured Narcissistic Abuse in a relationship, parents, & adult children. Embarking on the therapy journey can be overwhelming, yet hopeful when ready to invest in yourself. I will work with you collaboratively to assist in the exploration of ways to remove uncomfortable symptoms, alleviate emotional pain, increase self awareness and promote personal growth for positive change with use of trauma therapy. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, Narcissistic Abuse, divorce and coparenting with a narcissist.
My primary speciality is working with clients who have endured Narcissistic Abuse in a relationship, parents, & adult children. Embarking on the therapy journey can be overwhelming, yet hopeful when ready to invest in yourself. I will work with you collaboratively to assist in the exploration of ways to remove uncomfortable symptoms, alleviate emotional pain, increase self awareness and promote personal growth for positive change with use of trauma therapy. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, Narcissistic Abuse, divorce and coparenting with a narcissist.
Kaylen R Hilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Braselton, GA 30517
I primarily work with women and youth who have experiences of trauma, symptoms of depression and/or anxiety, dealing with the effects of chronic health conditions, and navigating the impact of these struggles on their faith journey. Often your situation feels hopeless, and I am here to walk with you through it. The power of hope is strong, and our work will be to rekindle the hope within you. I have a down-to-earth and authentic approach as I assist you in overcoming your challenges and finding healing.
I primarily work with women and youth who have experiences of trauma, symptoms of depression and/or anxiety, dealing with the effects of chronic health conditions, and navigating the impact of these struggles on their faith journey. Often your situation feels hopeless, and I am here to walk with you through it. The power of hope is strong, and our work will be to rekindle the hope within you. I have a down-to-earth and authentic approach as I assist you in overcoming your challenges and finding healing.
Amy C Bryant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Life is demanding. And if you struggle with recurrent or chronic pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, the mental and emotional load of parenting, or other challenges, life's demands may leave you feeling over-burdened and out of touch with your sense of agency and well-being. As we explore and restore your strengths, you'll begin to have more agency over your behaviors, thoughts, emotions, and physiological reactions to yourself and your relationship with the people and world around you.
Life is demanding. And if you struggle with recurrent or chronic pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, the mental and emotional load of parenting, or other challenges, life's demands may leave you feeling over-burdened and out of touch with your sense of agency and well-being. As we explore and restore your strengths, you'll begin to have more agency over your behaviors, thoughts, emotions, and physiological reactions to yourself and your relationship with the people and world around you.
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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.