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Trish Bellante
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I'm dedicated to fostering lasting change through collaborative and encouraging support. Working with both couples and individuals, my goal is to empower clients to navigate challenges and cultivate thriving relationships. Together, we'll embark on a journey toward growth, resilience, and lasting fulfillment.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I'm dedicated to fostering lasting change through collaborative and encouraging support. Working with both couples and individuals, my goal is to empower clients to navigate challenges and cultivate thriving relationships. Together, we'll embark on a journey toward growth, resilience, and lasting fulfillment.
(678) 551-6851 View (678) 551-6851
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Kimberly Mulkey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040
Do you find yourself struggling to engage in meaningful relationships? Are you unhappy with the current path you are on? Whatever your struggles are, you are not alone! Therapy can be an excellent place for you to work on the things keeping you from feeling fulfilled. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who provides therapy services for diagnoses including, but not limited to mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma disorders. I enjoy working with teens, adults, and couples and my specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues.
Do you find yourself struggling to engage in meaningful relationships? Are you unhappy with the current path you are on? Whatever your struggles are, you are not alone! Therapy can be an excellent place for you to work on the things keeping you from feeling fulfilled. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who provides therapy services for diagnoses including, but not limited to mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma disorders. I enjoy working with teens, adults, and couples and my specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues.
(470) 616-9237 View (470) 616-9237
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Kassie Love
Pre-Licensed Professional, Kassie Love, MMFT, MPH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Some days, it feels like there is a never-ending storm cloud hanging over you. No matter how hard you try, you can’t shake overwhelming emotions. One moment, you’re on top of the world, and the next you’re plunged into deep despair without any reason. It’s exhausting to feel like something terrible is always about to happen. Even the smallest setback triggers a cascade of negative thoughts that feel inescapable. The voices in your head are constant and upsetting. You feel helpless, exhausted, and misunderstood—even by your family and loved ones.
Some days, it feels like there is a never-ending storm cloud hanging over you. No matter how hard you try, you can’t shake overwhelming emotions. One moment, you’re on top of the world, and the next you’re plunged into deep despair without any reason. It’s exhausting to feel like something terrible is always about to happen. Even the smallest setback triggers a cascade of negative thoughts that feel inescapable. The voices in your head are constant and upsetting. You feel helpless, exhausted, and misunderstood—even by your family and loved ones.
(404) 445-8579 View (404) 445-8579
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Cheryl A. O'Connell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, BC-TMH, TPMC996
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30028  (Online Only)
Relationships, Marriage, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Teenager, Grief (family, friends or pets). With over 20yrs of therapeutic experience my overall passion is helping Individuals, Teens, Couples & Families discover the truth in their current circumstances & together developing a peaceful, livable solution. ALL appointments are Virtual Telemental Health. I look forward to meeting and working with you.
Relationships, Marriage, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Teenager, Grief (family, friends or pets). With over 20yrs of therapeutic experience my overall passion is helping Individuals, Teens, Couples & Families discover the truth in their current circumstances & together developing a peaceful, livable solution. ALL appointments are Virtual Telemental Health. I look forward to meeting and working with you.
(404) 919-7334 View (404) 919-7334
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Kim Waters-Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Our goal is to provide whole health healing for the entire family.
Need to talk... I'll listen... Making the decision to talk with a professional counselor takes bravery, strength and courage. I work to provide an inviting environment where my clients feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while exploring challenges present in their life. You may feel stuck, out of control, unhealthy, or simply feeling like you are not living your best life. I will embrace those struggles with you, while together we explore a life of living you have long awaited, your best life!
Our goal is to provide whole health healing for the entire family.
Need to talk... I'll listen... Making the decision to talk with a professional counselor takes bravery, strength and courage. I work to provide an inviting environment where my clients feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while exploring challenges present in their life. You may feel stuck, out of control, unhealthy, or simply feeling like you are not living your best life. I will embrace those struggles with you, while together we explore a life of living you have long awaited, your best life!
(678) 853-7095 View (678) 853-7095
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Charles L Britt, Jr., MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Master of Counseling and Personnel Services Community Agency Counseling: University of Memphis, 1995; Memberships and Affiliations: Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor: NBCC; Member of LPCAGA and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, CPCS; Member of the American Association of Christian Counselors; DBHDD Clinical Evaluator and Treatment Provider; Certified Family Violence Intervention Provider.
Are you or do you know someone who is suffering from problems such as depression, anxiety,anger or addiction? Many of us at times find ourselves or our loved ones trapped and having difficulty finding a way out of the problems life brings. Through the suffering and the pain we are tempted to give up in despair, unable to see a way through the confusion and hopelessness.As a Christian counselor I seek to minister to the mental, emotional and spiritual needs of the individual, couple or families who may be struggling with various problems.
Master of Counseling and Personnel Services Community Agency Counseling: University of Memphis, 1995; Memberships and Affiliations: Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor: NBCC; Member of LPCAGA and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, CPCS; Member of the American Association of Christian Counselors; DBHDD Clinical Evaluator and Treatment Provider; Certified Family Violence Intervention Provider.
Are you or do you know someone who is suffering from problems such as depression, anxiety,anger or addiction? Many of us at times find ourselves or our loved ones trapped and having difficulty finding a way out of the problems life brings. Through the suffering and the pain we are tempted to give up in despair, unable to see a way through the confusion and hopelessness.As a Christian counselor I seek to minister to the mental, emotional and spiritual needs of the individual, couple or families who may be struggling with various problems.
(678) 824-2142 x1 View (678) 824-2142 x1
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Focus Forward Counseling and Consulting, Inc.
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040
We offer day, evening and weekend appointments to help you get "unstuck." We provide pragmatic, down to earth, help for individuals, couples, and families. Our expert psychology and counseling staff offers child and adolescent counseling, adult therapy, individual therapy, couples counseling, marriage and family services, and psychological testing. We treat anxiety and depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, trauma, career concerns, relationship troubles, academic issues, and ADHD.
We offer day, evening and weekend appointments to help you get "unstuck." We provide pragmatic, down to earth, help for individuals, couples, and families. Our expert psychology and counseling staff offers child and adolescent counseling, adult therapy, individual therapy, couples counseling, marriage and family services, and psychological testing. We treat anxiety and depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, trauma, career concerns, relationship troubles, academic issues, and ADHD.
(404) 948-5710 View (404) 948-5710
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Julie Shortridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LSW, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Congratulations ... on taking the next step in finding healing for you &/or your family! Life can often present new opportunities & struggles that we would not have anticipated. I would be honored to assist you as you walk through what often feels like a valley or difficult times in your life. I have learned that what often appears to be obstacles, are stepping stones of healing in our life’s journey. I look forward to meeting with you to see how I may assist you &/or your family. Sincerely, Julie : )
Congratulations ... on taking the next step in finding healing for you &/or your family! Life can often present new opportunities & struggles that we would not have anticipated. I would be honored to assist you as you walk through what often feels like a valley or difficult times in your life. I have learned that what often appears to be obstacles, are stepping stones of healing in our life’s journey. I look forward to meeting with you to see how I may assist you &/or your family. Sincerely, Julie : )
(678) 696-0938 View (678) 696-0938
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Crystal Favre
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040
Crystal Favre, LPC has helped hundreds of children, adolescents, adults and families recover, grow and take control of their lives. Sometimes all people need is the first step of recovering and finding balance. Others have goals they're struggling to reach because of obstacles in their way. In each case, Crystal takes a compassionate, patient approach to help each individual/family work out the steps they need to progress toward their goals regardless of the situation.
Crystal Favre, LPC has helped hundreds of children, adolescents, adults and families recover, grow and take control of their lives. Sometimes all people need is the first step of recovering and finding balance. Others have goals they're struggling to reach because of obstacles in their way. In each case, Crystal takes a compassionate, patient approach to help each individual/family work out the steps they need to progress toward their goals regardless of the situation.
(470) 299-7949 View (470) 299-7949
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Ryan R Schwerzmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
I have over 15 years of experience treating children, couples and families using an integrated approach based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and family systems theories. My primary interests are in communication, self-expression, self-esteem, anxiety and behavior problems. I served as the Student and Associate Chair of the Georgia Association of Marriage and Family Therapists from 2009 -2012. I am the founder of Adaptive Therapy Counseling Group, LLC in Lilburn and Alpharetta, where I have treated individuals and families suffering from eating disorders, anxiety disorders and mood disorders for over 10 years.
I have over 15 years of experience treating children, couples and families using an integrated approach based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and family systems theories. My primary interests are in communication, self-expression, self-esteem, anxiety and behavior problems. I served as the Student and Associate Chair of the Georgia Association of Marriage and Family Therapists from 2009 -2012. I am the founder of Adaptive Therapy Counseling Group, LLC in Lilburn and Alpharetta, where I have treated individuals and families suffering from eating disorders, anxiety disorders and mood disorders for over 10 years.
(404) 736-6734 View (404) 736-6734
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Freedom Bowers
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040  (Online Only)
My name is Freedom Bowers. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a therapist for 12 years. I have my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. My goal is to meet you where you are at. Reaching out for therapy is the first step, so we will go on the journey of exploration together to arrive at the destination you see for a healthier happier life. I look forward to working with you.
My name is Freedom Bowers. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a therapist for 12 years. I have my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. My goal is to meet you where you are at. Reaching out for therapy is the first step, so we will go on the journey of exploration together to arrive at the destination you see for a healthier happier life. I look forward to working with you.
(478) 215-6409 View (478) 215-6409
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Jaqueline Vallina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with dual master's degrees in Social Work and Criminology. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and conversational atmosphere with an open and honest dialogue. I have extensive history working with teens and adults. I typically work with individuals experiencing school/work stress, marriage or family difficulties, poor communication, lifestyle transitions, adjusting to college, or graduating college. Discussing topics you don't feel comfortable talking about with others can be difficult. I am here to support, empower, and assist you in overcoming obstacles to become your true self.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with dual master's degrees in Social Work and Criminology. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and conversational atmosphere with an open and honest dialogue. I have extensive history working with teens and adults. I typically work with individuals experiencing school/work stress, marriage or family difficulties, poor communication, lifestyle transitions, adjusting to college, or graduating college. Discussing topics you don't feel comfortable talking about with others can be difficult. I am here to support, empower, and assist you in overcoming obstacles to become your true self.
(678) 824-6702 View (678) 824-6702
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Kitrina Bush
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040
Additionally, I specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Family Relational Conflict.
I believe in creating a new therapy for each client and that you are the expert of your life. By building a trusting therapeutic relationship with you, I want to help guide you through the challenges life can bring. I utilize an integrative, person-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Art Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and several other therapeutic modalities. My clinical experience has given me the skills to efficiently treat ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Complicated Grief and Loss, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
Additionally, I specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Family Relational Conflict.
I believe in creating a new therapy for each client and that you are the expert of your life. By building a trusting therapeutic relationship with you, I want to help guide you through the challenges life can bring. I utilize an integrative, person-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Art Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and several other therapeutic modalities. My clinical experience has given me the skills to efficiently treat ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Complicated Grief and Loss, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
(706) 707-3587 View (706) 707-3587
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Beverly Burns
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Beverly! I know life is challenging at times and it takes courage to admit it and to seek help. Good job in taking the first step! Are you struggling to find harmony and fulfillment in your life and relationships? Are self-esteem, self-care, and healthy boundaries difficult for you? Do you have a family member or loved one who struggles with addiction issues? Living with any of these challenges can cause anxiety or depression which can make it even more difficult to cope. You don't have to deal with this alone.
Hello, I'm Beverly! I know life is challenging at times and it takes courage to admit it and to seek help. Good job in taking the first step! Are you struggling to find harmony and fulfillment in your life and relationships? Are self-esteem, self-care, and healthy boundaries difficult for you? Do you have a family member or loved one who struggles with addiction issues? Living with any of these challenges can cause anxiety or depression which can make it even more difficult to cope. You don't have to deal with this alone.
(470) 646-7680 View (470) 646-7680
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Kirsten Thornante
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040
Each age and stage of life brings new challenges and it doesn't come with a manual. My goal is to help clients navigate these transitions and challenges in the best way possible. I have spent 12 years working with children and families in a school setting and have seen the way family struggles impact the individual.
Each age and stage of life brings new challenges and it doesn't come with a manual. My goal is to help clients navigate these transitions and challenges in the best way possible. I have spent 12 years working with children and families in a school setting and have seen the way family struggles impact the individual.
(706) 954-8274 View (706) 954-8274
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Tanesha Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040  (Online Only)
I serve clients who are experiencing difficulty addressing stressful and/or traumatic events, family conflict and dynamics, serious chronic illness, workplace stress, entrepreneurial/business owner stress and burnout.
I love working with professionals in the throes of their careers as well as parents dealing with the stresses of everyday life including raising children, living with adult children or children with special needs, or dealing with aging parents. My clients desire to improve their circumstances, but do not have the resources to make their goals a reality (yet). They may feel stuck in a limited situation with their careers or family situation but yearn to address what is going on their own terms.
I serve clients who are experiencing difficulty addressing stressful and/or traumatic events, family conflict and dynamics, serious chronic illness, workplace stress, entrepreneurial/business owner stress and burnout.
I love working with professionals in the throes of their careers as well as parents dealing with the stresses of everyday life including raising children, living with adult children or children with special needs, or dealing with aging parents. My clients desire to improve their circumstances, but do not have the resources to make their goals a reality (yet). They may feel stuck in a limited situation with their careers or family situation but yearn to address what is going on their own terms.
(678) 580-4306 View (678) 580-4306
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Tamara Hines
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040  (Online Only)
Hello! Thank you for viewing my bio. My name is Tamara Hines and I am a Georgia-based licensed professional counselor. I have worked with teens, young adults, parents, and families for almost a decade in counseling services. I have experience helping individuals with a broad range of concerns including coping with life transitions, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, self-esteem, family conflict, anger management, stress, forgiveness, relationship issues, childhood trauma, and career challenges. I am so grateful that I can do this work and am passionate about actively enhancing your quality of life.
Hello! Thank you for viewing my bio. My name is Tamara Hines and I am a Georgia-based licensed professional counselor. I have worked with teens, young adults, parents, and families for almost a decade in counseling services. I have experience helping individuals with a broad range of concerns including coping with life transitions, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, self-esteem, family conflict, anger management, stress, forgiveness, relationship issues, childhood trauma, and career challenges. I am so grateful that I can do this work and am passionate about actively enhancing your quality of life.
(470) 524-3381 View (470) 524-3381
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Michael Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040
I am a person-centered therapist, which means that my focus is helping clients realize their full potential. I've been a professional counselor for more than eight years, and I've worked with people who had issues like depression, anxiety, family problems, ADHD, anger management, emotional abuse, and trauma. I am a compassionate person. I believe in treating everyone the way I would like to be treated, with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. My counseling approach is eclectic therapy. Eclectic therapy draws on multiple theoretical orientations and techniques to find the best fit for clients’ needs.
I am a person-centered therapist, which means that my focus is helping clients realize their full potential. I've been a professional counselor for more than eight years, and I've worked with people who had issues like depression, anxiety, family problems, ADHD, anger management, emotional abuse, and trauma. I am a compassionate person. I believe in treating everyone the way I would like to be treated, with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. My counseling approach is eclectic therapy. Eclectic therapy draws on multiple theoretical orientations and techniques to find the best fit for clients’ needs.
(678) 679-6503 View (678) 679-6503
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Kenneth Cash
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cumming, GA 30040  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with wounds from your past? Does life seem stressful, overwhelming or heavy? I am experienced in helping adults, teens, and families navigate a variety of concerns, including: trauma, depression, anxiety, as well as dysfunctional family patterns. I use a collaborative approach to empower my clients to identity unhelpful thought and behavior patterns contributing to your life's struggles.
Are you struggling with wounds from your past? Does life seem stressful, overwhelming or heavy? I am experienced in helping adults, teens, and families navigate a variety of concerns, including: trauma, depression, anxiety, as well as dysfunctional family patterns. I use a collaborative approach to empower my clients to identity unhelpful thought and behavior patterns contributing to your life's struggles.
(470) 839-4008 View (470) 839-4008
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A.O.S. Healing Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCMHC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Mood disorders, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Behavioral Disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, Psychosis, Stress Management, Family issues, and Addiction.
I am very passionate about clients and aids them through a healing process by focusing on three key areas: Body, Mind, and Soul. I provided clinical services for the past 12 years to children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples in both an individual and group format. I have experience treating various mood, behavioral, and psychotic disorders, and trauma. For more information, please visit www.aoshealingcenter.com for more details.
Mood disorders, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Behavioral Disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, Psychosis, Stress Management, Family issues, and Addiction.
I am very passionate about clients and aids them through a healing process by focusing on three key areas: Body, Mind, and Soul. I provided clinical services for the past 12 years to children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples in both an individual and group format. I have experience treating various mood, behavioral, and psychotic disorders, and trauma. For more information, please visit www.aoshealingcenter.com for more details.
(770) 415-8772 View (770) 415-8772

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.