Experiential Therapy in Thomson, GA

Jonita is LGBTQIA+ affirming, utilizes emotional intelligence when working with clients and specializes in wholistic multidisciplinary approaches to achieve mental health and overall wellness. Jonita's favorite therapy modalities are experiential therapy, mindfulness based practices. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Services from Saint Leo University and earned her Masters of Social Work with a focus on mental health and wellness from Clark Atlanta University. Jonita is also a human services board certified practioner, who wholeheartedly believes that mental health practice is what she is purposed and meant to do.

Welcome to Hope and Healing Psychotherapy, LLC! It takes great strength to reach out for help when you need it, and I am honored to be part of that journey with you. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) I am committed to helping adolescents and adults move forward in life and heal from trauma. I specialize in trauma-informed therapy for individuals and groups. I have worked with a variety of presenting issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, post-traumatic stress, and complex trauma.

Are you feeling overwhelmed during life transitions? Do you crave deeper understanding from your loved ones? Are you running low on energy? If so, you may benefit from guidance on prioritizing self-care and finding balance in your life. At Overflowing Grace Counseling & Consulting, LLC, we support women and couples undergoing any transition in life, life stressors, and emotional support centered on a holistic approach (mind, emotional, and spiritual).

Have you been dealing with trauma, PTSD, guilt & shame, panic attacks, anxiety, or phobias? I use a gentle, effective therapy approach that can provide healing without the need to relive the emotional pain of the past. As a trauma specialist, I work with rape survivors, veterans, police and other first responders, and clients with trauma from childhood abuse, domestic violence, traumatic childbirth, car accidents, and other traumatic events.

I have been working with children and families in one capacity or another since 1978. I try to work in a creative and analytic manner to individualize therapy to help people solve problems. Helping others effectively while keeping a loving detachment requires working on my own balance. That involves keeping a balanced place in my own relationships, work, play and surroundings. Generally, I am a calm and happy person. I like spending time with family, in nature and enjoy making art. I also deal with a chronic disease and have my service dog, Domino, as my partner and she helps me with physical balance.

Insight Counseling and Coaching Specialists, LLC was voted 'Best of Gwinnett' for 2019, 2020, 2021, & 2022! Starting therapy can be a very challenging and overwhelming process. I strive to provide a warm and comforting environment for my clients to feel heard and supported. As a licensed mental health professional, breaking the stigma around mental health is something that I am truly passionate about personally and professionally.

Everyone faces pressures and stress in life. Life transitions are oftentimes the gateway towards seeking support. You may be struggling with unhealthy relationship dynamics, family of origin wounding, perfectionism or the need to be "good enough" for others. You may feel trapped by negative thinking patterns or beliefs. You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, loneliness or fear. I work collaboratively with clients in an effort to alleviate and heal emotional pain and suffering, alter negative thought patterns and behaviors, learn new and authentic ways of experiencing relationships and experience self-love along the way.

Tired of the same hurtful patterns such that you experience your partner as needy, distant, critical, or defensive? Do you feel like you're just going through the motions, or sinking in sadness and stress? Are your your relationships tense, distant, or non-existent? Are you struggling to find hope that life can feel good again, and love can be connected and safe?

Do you struggle with adjusting to changes in your life that leaves you feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel unsure about the future? Do you wish that these life changes could be easier to manage? Now more than ever, people are feeling uncertain about the future and what it holds. We believe you can go through big changes and hardships and still live a joyful life. At Nurture and Be Therapy Services, we offer counseling services for anyone navigating the difficult emotions and challenges that come with life changes.

Effective therapy begins with an authentic relationship between client and therapist. When this is established, possibilities are virtually endless. I tailor my approach to your needs with whatever you are experiencing or what your goals are. We might identify and understand core causes of dysfunctional thinking and behavior keeping you stuck. We can reprocess deep traumas or anxieties. Ultimately, we can understand and remove barriers keeping you from who you want to be or the peace you desire.

I know that simply being around others feels like an almost impossible task much of the time; people can be selfish, ignorant, and judgmental, at times even your family and friends. You've endured abuse and often are overwhelmed with emotion. Your external life and what you feel within yourself can feel wholly disconnected -- It is precisely because of this disconnection that we suffer. I am here to listen, to learn of your experiences, and together we will awaken a new sense of yourself by discovering a hidden humanity in others, revealing a world you never thought possible.

We specialize in marriage counseling to help couples improve communication, intimacy, family issues, and how they relate to each other. Couples often get caught up in destructive cycles that create great frustration for them. They find themselves unable to talk, be intimate and relate to each other as desired. This can have severe implications not only for the couple, but the whole family. Let us help you STOP the madness! Our work is the perfect integration of education, years of marriage, parenting, years of teaching special education experience, and a lifetime of experience!

Here at the Lotus Center we practice holistic healing that encompasses the mind, body, and spirit. Our Clinicians and Wellness Coaches utilize a person centered approach to treatment and strategically tailor interventions to meet the needs of each individual. We implement evidenced based modalities to encourage and empower long lasting life changes. Whether looking to navigate through a difficult and challenging period in your life, or exploring areas of personal growth we offer both therapy and coaching to help meet your goals.

Do you feel weighed down by the trials of life? I empower high functioning men and women to overcome the burden of anxiety and depression that can come through challenging life experiences. Those challenges can impact your mood, motivation towards daily life, and your thoughts. I am passionate about helping you learn how to better manage the not so fun areas of your life. I love mixing quality conversations and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to get to the root of how you perceive your struggles.

Embarking on a journey toward healing is a courageous step and I'm here to walk alongside you. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for growth toward the preferred version of yourself or your family. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to facilitate self-discovery, foster resilience, and promote lasting change. Together, we will collaboratively explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, working towards empowering you to navigate life's challenges with confidence.

We encounter and are a part of so many relationships: self, friendship, familial, interpersonal, etc. They create the different roles we have in our lives. When any of these relationships are in turmoil, distress, conflict, or other stressful states, it causes our lives to be thrown off sync. We begin to struggle with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem, grief, and we lack overall support. If your goal is to find balance, re-create positive and healthy dynamics, and to feel and provide support in and from your relationships, you have found the right place! Let's process through what's happening together.

Seeking help is difficult and you have taken an important first step to get that support. You can accomplish the goals you set through therapy and may discover more along this journey. My hope is to provide you with the support you need to make difficult times easier and to guide you through the process of change. I have been trained in Family Systems theory modalities including but not limited to Experiential, Solution Focus and Narrative Therapy. We will work together to identify treatment goals to get to the change you want to see. I look forward to working with you.

As a young adult. I experienced challenges with establishing my self-confidence which is an area that I am aware many have difficulties. Like myself during this time, many seek external validation from family, friends, work, and possessions. Through my experiences, I have learned to be more intentional about understanding that my energy is sacred. As we embark on this journey, I encourage you to gain an understanding of your own energy in order to begin healing from within.

My ideal client wants to learn more about themselves, exploring their values and identity! I have experience working with a wide variety of diverse clients, in particular, I love working with adolescents, young-adults, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse folks! I also love working with pre-marital couples and have the tools to help the future of your relationship prosper!