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Allison Arbelaez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I firmly believe in utilizing evidence-based practice; as such, I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) interventions, and Exposure and Response Prevention skills (ERP).
I’m glad you’ve made your way here. I understand that you may feel scared and uncertain about taking the step to seek therapy. Whether you are hoping to manage anxiety, or a mood disorder, work through conflict, or address the challenges that have arisen in your life, I will guide you in attaining your goals. I provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for you to feel the difficult emotions that may emerge, and I help you navigate the next steps.
I firmly believe in utilizing evidence-based practice; as such, I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) interventions, and Exposure and Response Prevention skills (ERP).
I’m glad you’ve made your way here. I understand that you may feel scared and uncertain about taking the step to seek therapy. Whether you are hoping to manage anxiety, or a mood disorder, work through conflict, or address the challenges that have arisen in your life, I will guide you in attaining your goals. I provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for you to feel the difficult emotions that may emerge, and I help you navigate the next steps.
(470) 517-8255 View (470) 517-8255
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Zenith Seixas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
My intention in working with you is to increase your independence so that you can live a comfortable  and happy life. When working with you , I will consider multiple factors such as thought patterns, spirituality, body and mind. I began studying psychology in 1996 and obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Kennesaw State University (summa cum laude) and Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Georgia State University
My intention in working with you is to increase your independence so that you can live a comfortable  and happy life. When working with you , I will consider multiple factors such as thought patterns, spirituality, body and mind. I began studying psychology in 1996 and obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Kennesaw State University (summa cum laude) and Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Georgia State University
(678) 392-3814 View (678) 392-3814
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Summit's Edge Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
We are an Anti-Racist, Neuro-Diverse, Trans-Inclusive, LGBTQ+, and Gender, Sexual, & Romantic Minorities-Affirming practice. We are respectful of all cultures and exercise humility toward our client’s religious identities. We serve children (3+), teens, and adults, individuals, couples (all structures), families. We create treatment plans that utilize evidence-based treatments while considering the unique experiences and identifies of our clients. Our clients want to feel safe to explore their needs with a therapist that understands them.
We are an Anti-Racist, Neuro-Diverse, Trans-Inclusive, LGBTQ+, and Gender, Sexual, & Romantic Minorities-Affirming practice. We are respectful of all cultures and exercise humility toward our client’s religious identities. We serve children (3+), teens, and adults, individuals, couples (all structures), families. We create treatment plans that utilize evidence-based treatments while considering the unique experiences and identifies of our clients. Our clients want to feel safe to explore their needs with a therapist that understands them.
(404) 348-0715 View (404) 348-0715
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Lauren Buice
Counselor, APC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Lauren most often works with elementary, middle, and high school kids and their families. She takes pride in being flexible and creative with her approach to meet the needs of various ages and personalities, and incorporates everything from expressive arts, to video games, to mindfulness scripts. For teen and adult clients she strives to help individuals identify the unhelpful beliefs they hold about themselves and learn to love themselves through self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and experiencing empathy in her office. Lauren loves working with clients and parents to help them navigate their lives with calm and confidence.
Lauren most often works with elementary, middle, and high school kids and their families. She takes pride in being flexible and creative with her approach to meet the needs of various ages and personalities, and incorporates everything from expressive arts, to video games, to mindfulness scripts. For teen and adult clients she strives to help individuals identify the unhelpful beliefs they hold about themselves and learn to love themselves through self-compassion, healthy boundaries, and experiencing empathy in her office. Lauren loves working with clients and parents to help them navigate their lives with calm and confidence.
(678) 932-0887 View (678) 932-0887
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Coping & Healing Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067  (Online Only)
Our experience enables us to offer effective client, individualized, psychotherapy care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples in-person or via secured telehealth technologies.
Our experience enables us to offer effective client, individualized, psychotherapy care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples in-person or via secured telehealth technologies.
(678) 647-7409 View (678) 647-7409

Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists

Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?

Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.

Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?

Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.

How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?

While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.

What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?

The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.