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Julie Zeff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306  (Online Only)
Using approaches like Attachment-Based, Emotionally Focused (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), & Gottman Therapies, I help couples learn to communicate, to know each other intimately, and to infuse trust and connection in their relationship.
When you’re struggling, as a couple or individually, it can feel overwhelming, lonely and sometimes downright debilitating. Do you get stuck in the same, old patterns, worry about the future, regret or re-live the past? Do you wonder if you can ever truly, be happy? Do you think that, “relationships and life are just hard”. It doesn’t HAVE to be this way! As a therapist whose been working in the field for over 25 years I’ve guided both individuals and couples to grow, change and live lives they love, over and over!
Using approaches like Attachment-Based, Emotionally Focused (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), & Gottman Therapies, I help couples learn to communicate, to know each other intimately, and to infuse trust and connection in their relationship.
When you’re struggling, as a couple or individually, it can feel overwhelming, lonely and sometimes downright debilitating. Do you get stuck in the same, old patterns, worry about the future, regret or re-live the past? Do you wonder if you can ever truly, be happy? Do you think that, “relationships and life are just hard”. It doesn’t HAVE to be this way! As a therapist whose been working in the field for over 25 years I’ve guided both individuals and couples to grow, change and live lives they love, over and over!
(470) 768-8361 View (470) 768-8361
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Malissa Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
Hi! I am Dr. Malissa Collins, a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds, families, and couples. My Ph.D. is in Marriage and Family Therapy. My approach is warm and compassionate. My focus is to meet clients where they are and teach them ways to successfully navigate through life to meet goals. My clients appreciate my warmth, nonjudgmental style. It helps to make them feel relaxed and confident.
Hi! I am Dr. Malissa Collins, a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds, families, and couples. My Ph.D. is in Marriage and Family Therapy. My approach is warm and compassionate. My focus is to meet clients where they are and teach them ways to successfully navigate through life to meet goals. My clients appreciate my warmth, nonjudgmental style. It helps to make them feel relaxed and confident.
(470) 865-5960 View (470) 865-5960
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Jasmine McCully
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
Hi, I'm Jasmine McCully. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Throughout my career, I have worked in various settings that include private practice, hospitals, non-profits, government, behavioral health outpatient clinics and treatment facilities, and inpatient psychiatric treatment facilities. I provide telehealth therapy services to assist those who have concerns with anxiety, depression, family/peer relationships, life transitions, perinatal mood, and anxiety disorders, racism, and women's issues. Are you struggling with life transitions?
Hi, I'm Jasmine McCully. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Throughout my career, I have worked in various settings that include private practice, hospitals, non-profits, government, behavioral health outpatient clinics and treatment facilities, and inpatient psychiatric treatment facilities. I provide telehealth therapy services to assist those who have concerns with anxiety, depression, family/peer relationships, life transitions, perinatal mood, and anxiety disorders, racism, and women's issues. Are you struggling with life transitions?
(470) 664-5941 View (470) 664-5941
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Deva Joy Gouss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
I see therapy as a powerful commitment to one's own healing and personal evolution, in the context of a genuine relationship based on equality and respect. I work best with people who are ready and willing to dive in and learn new ways to be with themselves, no matter what circumstances they are dealing with (relationship problems, grief and loss, sexuality and identity issues, negative thinking, depression, anxiety, family responsibilities, health issues, midlife transitions, etc). Though deep listening is foundational, I take an active role in offering feedback and teaching you tools for shifting your inner and outer realties.
I see therapy as a powerful commitment to one's own healing and personal evolution, in the context of a genuine relationship based on equality and respect. I work best with people who are ready and willing to dive in and learn new ways to be with themselves, no matter what circumstances they are dealing with (relationship problems, grief and loss, sexuality and identity issues, negative thinking, depression, anxiety, family responsibilities, health issues, midlife transitions, etc). Though deep listening is foundational, I take an active role in offering feedback and teaching you tools for shifting your inner and outer realties.
(404) 566-7019 View (404) 566-7019
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E Susan Carlin Ph D
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
I have been a licensed individual, marriage and family therapist for 30+ years and married for over 35 years. I received my Ph.D. with high academic honors from the University of Georgia. I respect each client's ethnicity, religion and cultural background, and strive to be authentic and honest while providing a safe and compassionate environment for change. My approach to individual and couple's counseling is collaborative and eclectic. I work in different ways with different people according to their needs.I try to give gentle and honest feedback and help you understand what it is about therapy that is working and why.
I have been a licensed individual, marriage and family therapist for 30+ years and married for over 35 years. I received my Ph.D. with high academic honors from the University of Georgia. I respect each client's ethnicity, religion and cultural background, and strive to be authentic and honest while providing a safe and compassionate environment for change. My approach to individual and couple's counseling is collaborative and eclectic. I work in different ways with different people according to their needs.I try to give gentle and honest feedback and help you understand what it is about therapy that is working and why.
(678) 929-5380 View (678) 929-5380
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Jolia Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP, CCTP, C-DBT, CSTIP
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
I utilize different therapeutic modalities including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).
Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling like you're not living up to society's expectations? Having difficulty resolving concerns within your relationships? Having difficulty feeling connected emotionally & sexually to your partner? Feeling the need to be a perfectionist? Questioning if you will ever be able to find love & be loved? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.
I utilize different therapeutic modalities including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).
Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling like you're not living up to society's expectations? Having difficulty resolving concerns within your relationships? Having difficulty feeling connected emotionally & sexually to your partner? Feeling the need to be a perfectionist? Questioning if you will ever be able to find love & be loved? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.
(470) 466-8626 View (470) 466-8626
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Cortney Weissglass
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
Through these evaluations, I help my clients obtain accommodations needed for school and standardized examinations, improve performance at school and work, and improve relationships with peers and family.
I work with adolescents and adults surrounding difficulties with anxiety, depression, adult ADHD, parenting, and managing the stresses of college or work or striving to find your own work-life balance. I will work together with you, both as a guide and as your team member, to help you set goals and work to meet those personal goals. I will help you to not only alleviate your symptoms as quickly as possible, but will help you to understand the causes of your difficulties sufficiently so that you will less likely experience a re-emergence of symptoms as soon as therapy ends.
Through these evaluations, I help my clients obtain accommodations needed for school and standardized examinations, improve performance at school and work, and improve relationships with peers and family.
I work with adolescents and adults surrounding difficulties with anxiety, depression, adult ADHD, parenting, and managing the stresses of college or work or striving to find your own work-life balance. I will work together with you, both as a guide and as your team member, to help you set goals and work to meet those personal goals. I will help you to not only alleviate your symptoms as quickly as possible, but will help you to understand the causes of your difficulties sufficiently so that you will less likely experience a re-emergence of symptoms as soon as therapy ends.
(646) 392-7127 View (646) 392-7127
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Dr. Austin Jerani
Psychologist, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306  (Online Only)
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing diverse challenges and issues by offerring individual and couples/marital/family therapy.
I have experience working with depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment to life circumstances, anxiety, trauma, substance use, anger management, stress, communication skills, relationships and marriages, conflict resolution and provide a supportive approach to nourish recovery. Change is a journey and I strive to offer insight and awareness in targeting triggers, managing symptoms, and overcoming challenges. My approach is a collaborative one that allows us to focus on your needs by listening, understanding feelings, working through and processing symptoms, and ultimately empowering you to achieve the desired lifestyle you seek.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing diverse challenges and issues by offerring individual and couples/marital/family therapy.
I have experience working with depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment to life circumstances, anxiety, trauma, substance use, anger management, stress, communication skills, relationships and marriages, conflict resolution and provide a supportive approach to nourish recovery. Change is a journey and I strive to offer insight and awareness in targeting triggers, managing symptoms, and overcoming challenges. My approach is a collaborative one that allows us to focus on your needs by listening, understanding feelings, working through and processing symptoms, and ultimately empowering you to achieve the desired lifestyle you seek.
(470) 868-2373 View (470) 868-2373
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Raelynn Bass
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306  (Online Only)
through this, some of my specialty areas include Marital, relationship and family related concerns, sexual concerns, Anxiety, Depression and other emotionally taxing concerns or behaviors.
Okay, let's face it, therapy can be intimidating right? Especially if its your first time...well, the services I provide will definitely make you feel comfortable and relaxed, allowing you to gain full insight into your concerns. Are you struggling with depression? Relationship or marital problems? What about concerns of stress and anxiety? I have tools that will help you overcome your barriers and we work together toward change. Give me a call and let's further discuss, I'd love to meet you!
through this, some of my specialty areas include Marital, relationship and family related concerns, sexual concerns, Anxiety, Depression and other emotionally taxing concerns or behaviors.
Okay, let's face it, therapy can be intimidating right? Especially if its your first time...well, the services I provide will definitely make you feel comfortable and relaxed, allowing you to gain full insight into your concerns. Are you struggling with depression? Relationship or marital problems? What about concerns of stress and anxiety? I have tools that will help you overcome your barriers and we work together toward change. Give me a call and let's further discuss, I'd love to meet you!
(404) 994-5302 View (404) 994-5302
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Jeanine Rousso
Counselor, LMHC-S, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30306  (Online Only)
You're probably stressed and overwhelmed with relationships, work, school, family dynamics....life in general. It's hard to find the right harmony when you're juggling so many things. That's where I come in: to walk with you through life's ups and downs & help you live in alignment with your values. You'll learn new ways to communicate, manage emotions, & connect so you can experience more joy in life. You'll better understand yourself and your relationships so you can show up for yourself and the important people in your life. It's hard work to dive into knowing yourself better, but the work pays off with more joy & peace in life!
You're probably stressed and overwhelmed with relationships, work, school, family dynamics....life in general. It's hard to find the right harmony when you're juggling so many things. That's where I come in: to walk with you through life's ups and downs & help you live in alignment with your values. You'll learn new ways to communicate, manage emotions, & connect so you can experience more joy in life. You'll better understand yourself and your relationships so you can show up for yourself and the important people in your life. It's hard work to dive into knowing yourself better, but the work pays off with more joy & peace in life!
(850) 331-0869 View (850) 331-0869
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Heather Willard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306  (Online Only)
I use an eclectic mix of CBT, DBT, Person Centered, Psychodynamic, Interpersonal, Internal Family Systems, Trauma Informed, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, and Solution Focused modalities to treat a variety of issues.
I believe that people have within them what it takes to heal and to manage themselves. Sometimes we need some help unlocking our abilities and strengths to do so. Brene Brown wrote, “The power of self-compassion is the power to heal and transform.” I am here to help you have more grace and compassion for yourself. I create a comfortable, safe, and supportive atmosphere where you can be vulnerable enough to really see and heal yourself; to make lasting changes.
I use an eclectic mix of CBT, DBT, Person Centered, Psychodynamic, Interpersonal, Internal Family Systems, Trauma Informed, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, and Solution Focused modalities to treat a variety of issues.
I believe that people have within them what it takes to heal and to manage themselves. Sometimes we need some help unlocking our abilities and strengths to do so. Brene Brown wrote, “The power of self-compassion is the power to heal and transform.” I am here to help you have more grace and compassion for yourself. I create a comfortable, safe, and supportive atmosphere where you can be vulnerable enough to really see and heal yourself; to make lasting changes.
(470) 660-4366 View (470) 660-4366
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Janet K. Patton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
I am a licensed psychologist who provides comprehensive psychological assessments to address possible learning disorders, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, processing deficits, and emotional/behavioral issues. Additionally, I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, behavioral issues, OCD/panic, and marriage/family issues. I see clients across the lifespan, and provide individual, couples and family therapy. I received my PhD at the University of Georgia, and completed a two-year fellowship in psychology at the Yale Child Study Center.
I am a licensed psychologist who provides comprehensive psychological assessments to address possible learning disorders, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, processing deficits, and emotional/behavioral issues. Additionally, I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, behavioral issues, OCD/panic, and marriage/family issues. I see clients across the lifespan, and provide individual, couples and family therapy. I received my PhD at the University of Georgia, and completed a two-year fellowship in psychology at the Yale Child Study Center.
(470) 300-1998 View (470) 300-1998
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Mary Coleman Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306  (Online Only)
Provide Infertility Counseling, Surrogacy, Egg and Sperm Donor Evaluations. Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Quality of Life issues, Communication Issues with Significant Others, and Depression also can be highly impactful and stressful on our day to day existence. I look forward to working together toward your goals. My expertise is in anxiety and burnout, infertility and third party reproduction evaluations including gestational surrogates and egg and sperm donors, depression, workplace stress, divorce, parenting, and family issues. I work with all families - heterosexual couples, gay couples, and single women and men. I look forward to partnering with you in increased health and wellness!
Provide Infertility Counseling, Surrogacy, Egg and Sperm Donor Evaluations. Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Quality of Life issues, Communication Issues with Significant Others, and Depression also can be highly impactful and stressful on our day to day existence. I look forward to working together toward your goals. My expertise is in anxiety and burnout, infertility and third party reproduction evaluations including gestational surrogates and egg and sperm donors, depression, workplace stress, divorce, parenting, and family issues. I work with all families - heterosexual couples, gay couples, and single women and men. I look forward to partnering with you in increased health and wellness!
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Jeremy Salzman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30306
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist whose goal is to collaborate with you and your family to improve your loved one's mental health. I provide therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. I also offer family therapy regarding child-related issues. My approach to therapy uses a combination of cognitive-behavior therapy, interpersonal and attachment strategies. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment to my patients so that a strong therapeutic relationship is developed which is essential for a positive outcome.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist whose goal is to collaborate with you and your family to improve your loved one's mental health. I provide therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. I also offer family therapy regarding child-related issues. My approach to therapy uses a combination of cognitive-behavior therapy, interpersonal and attachment strategies. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment to my patients so that a strong therapeutic relationship is developed which is essential for a positive outcome.
(404) 649-0756 View (404) 649-0756
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Rachelle Kennedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30306
My experience includes life and wellness coaching, individual and family counseling, substance abuse treatment, and crisis counseling.
Here at True Life Counseling we are committed to assisting individuals in their desire to live their best life possible. We help individuals re-author their story, in order to heal broken relationships and overcome internal conflict. Our therapeutic approach is built on developing a healthy view of self-worth, independence and resiliency to life's challenges. We utilize an integrated approach to therapeutic services which includes narrative, cognitive behavioral and person-centered therapy.
My experience includes life and wellness coaching, individual and family counseling, substance abuse treatment, and crisis counseling.
Here at True Life Counseling we are committed to assisting individuals in their desire to live their best life possible. We help individuals re-author their story, in order to heal broken relationships and overcome internal conflict. Our therapeutic approach is built on developing a healthy view of self-worth, independence and resiliency to life's challenges. We utilize an integrated approach to therapeutic services which includes narrative, cognitive behavioral and person-centered therapy.
(678) 552-2826 View (678) 552-2826
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Lily Scivicque
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306
I attended Taylor University in Indiana where I received my BA in Psychology and International Studies, after which I received my MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Richmont Graduate University in Atlanta, GA.
"When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own the story, we can write a brave new ending." -Brene Brown. Believing these words, I do my best to create a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space for adult individuals, couples and families to own and process their stories, while finding meaning, healing and growth. We are dynamic people, capable of change and restoration, and it is an honor to facilitate and walk with a person through this process. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic illness, marital concerns, trauma, anger management, international adjustments and transitions, and infertility.
I attended Taylor University in Indiana where I received my BA in Psychology and International Studies, after which I received my MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Richmont Graduate University in Atlanta, GA.
"When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own the story, we can write a brave new ending." -Brene Brown. Believing these words, I do my best to create a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space for adult individuals, couples and families to own and process their stories, while finding meaning, healing and growth. We are dynamic people, capable of change and restoration, and it is an honor to facilitate and walk with a person through this process. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic illness, marital concerns, trauma, anger management, international adjustments and transitions, and infertility.
(404) 998-8996 View (404) 998-8996
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Sage Weatherby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30306
I work with the whole family system - including the individual that is struggling, the partner and support person of that individual, or the relationship and dynamic of the couple or family.
Relationships are hard, and connection is possible. Sometimes how we cope with pain and stress become the source of more pain and stress. We repeat patterns in relationships, seek escape in negative behaviors, or generally feel stuck. Often these behaviors are responses to past trauma or to a narrative we tell ourselves. Identifying these patterns and knowing where to start is difficult and rewarding work. Engaging in therapy will help you address concerns and trauma, reduce worry and anxiety, decrease depression and sadness and cultivate a healthy relationship with yourself and your environment.
I work with the whole family system - including the individual that is struggling, the partner and support person of that individual, or the relationship and dynamic of the couple or family.
Relationships are hard, and connection is possible. Sometimes how we cope with pain and stress become the source of more pain and stress. We repeat patterns in relationships, seek escape in negative behaviors, or generally feel stuck. Often these behaviors are responses to past trauma or to a narrative we tell ourselves. Identifying these patterns and knowing where to start is difficult and rewarding work. Engaging in therapy will help you address concerns and trauma, reduce worry and anxiety, decrease depression and sadness and cultivate a healthy relationship with yourself and your environment.
(678) 688-9930 View (678) 688-9930
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Key Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30306
Using approaches like the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR, our therapists aim to help uncover patterns, current or chronic stressors, and tools to target and ease pain points.
Are life stressors causing a strain? Ever feel like you just can’t get it right no matter how hard you try, or feel like you’re falling into a comparison trap? Everyone has periods when they may benefit from professional support. Please consider allowing us to help you move from pain to peace. Key Counseling Group is a private practice specializing in stepfamily, stepparent, and career coaching as well as psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief, relationship stressors, parenting support, trauma, eating disorders, and more. We work with couples, individuals, children, teens, and families.
Using approaches like the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR, our therapists aim to help uncover patterns, current or chronic stressors, and tools to target and ease pain points.
Are life stressors causing a strain? Ever feel like you just can’t get it right no matter how hard you try, or feel like you’re falling into a comparison trap? Everyone has periods when they may benefit from professional support. Please consider allowing us to help you move from pain to peace. Key Counseling Group is a private practice specializing in stepfamily, stepparent, and career coaching as well as psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief, relationship stressors, parenting support, trauma, eating disorders, and more. We work with couples, individuals, children, teens, and families.
(404) 649-0720 View (404) 649-0720
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Amanda Dempsey Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30306
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is truly passionate about walking people through difficult times throughout their lives and to help them to find hope. I strive to make sure each client feels heard and understood and take the time to develop individual relationships with each of my clients. Throughout my time in private practice, I have had the opportunity to work with teens and adults facing a variety of issues. Specifically, I have worked with individuals, couples and families experiencing conflict, communication issues, divorce, difficulty with co-parenting, issues with self esteem and life stage transitions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is truly passionate about walking people through difficult times throughout their lives and to help them to find hope. I strive to make sure each client feels heard and understood and take the time to develop individual relationships with each of my clients. Throughout my time in private practice, I have had the opportunity to work with teens and adults facing a variety of issues. Specifically, I have worked with individuals, couples and families experiencing conflict, communication issues, divorce, difficulty with co-parenting, issues with self esteem and life stage transitions.
(678) 568-4930 View (678) 568-4930
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Cathy Zedd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30306
Because children do not come with a handbook, parents are often wondering if they are parenting correctly. Sometimes your house and your relationships can feel strained due to the challenges of parenting. Parents can feel as if the child is in charge of the emotional barometer of the house. Most parents at some point experience feelings of being overwhelmed and not knowing how to be effective and supportive at the same time. Therapy is a way of taking those first steps toward making positive changes for yourself and your family. By making small changes, you will be able to enjoy a more fulfilling parenting experience.
Because children do not come with a handbook, parents are often wondering if they are parenting correctly. Sometimes your house and your relationships can feel strained due to the challenges of parenting. Parents can feel as if the child is in charge of the emotional barometer of the house. Most parents at some point experience feelings of being overwhelmed and not knowing how to be effective and supportive at the same time. Therapy is a way of taking those first steps toward making positive changes for yourself and your family. By making small changes, you will be able to enjoy a more fulfilling parenting experience.
(678) 563-6227 View (678) 563-6227
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.