Family Therapy in Hiawassee, GA
Sven's Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiawassee, GA 30546
Waitlist for new clients
You have survived and achieved so much in your life. I have too. My work as a mental health therapist is to pass on the gifts of those kind helpers who were there for me. I believe in the healthy changes that result from interpersonal connection, the power of creative expression, honesty, and above all: hope. I would be honored to help turn your struggles into healthy coping strategies.
You have survived and achieved so much in your life. I have too. My work as a mental health therapist is to pass on the gifts of those kind helpers who were there for me. I believe in the healthy changes that result from interpersonal connection, the power of creative expression, honesty, and above all: hope. I would be honored to help turn your struggles into healthy coping strategies.
Libby K Christianson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS, LPCA
Verified Verified
Hiawassee, GA 30546
Experienced and caring! I have over 35 years of professional therapy experience in a variety of age groups and presenting problems. My specialties include anxiety, trauma. loss, and interpersonal relationships. I enjoy working with all kinds of people, adults and couples. If you have suffered loss of opportunity, difficulty in your workplace, dysfunction in your closest relationships, heartache that comes from not measuring up or rejection, I can assist in guiding you back to a meaningful and purpose filled life! If you need support developing personal goals and being accountable, I can help! Supervision for LPC also provided.
Experienced and caring! I have over 35 years of professional therapy experience in a variety of age groups and presenting problems. My specialties include anxiety, trauma. loss, and interpersonal relationships. I enjoy working with all kinds of people, adults and couples. If you have suffered loss of opportunity, difficulty in your workplace, dysfunction in your closest relationships, heartache that comes from not measuring up or rejection, I can assist in guiding you back to a meaningful and purpose filled life! If you need support developing personal goals and being accountable, I can help! Supervision for LPC also provided.
Cathy G Duke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiawassee, GA 30546 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Trying to make sense of ourselves, others and our environment can often mean experiencing difficult feelings and navigating through scenarios that trigger and overwhelm us. My approach to counseling is practical, strength based and it is important that you feel heard, understood and walk away with a greater understanding of your experience. I can assist you in developing skills for effective and open communication, building a stronger more positive self-image, managing intense emotional and physical sensations, finding the source of unwanted behavioral patterns and developing a stronger sense of balance and purpose.
Trying to make sense of ourselves, others and our environment can often mean experiencing difficult feelings and navigating through scenarios that trigger and overwhelm us. My approach to counseling is practical, strength based and it is important that you feel heard, understood and walk away with a greater understanding of your experience. I can assist you in developing skills for effective and open communication, building a stronger more positive self-image, managing intense emotional and physical sensations, finding the source of unwanted behavioral patterns and developing a stronger sense of balance and purpose.
Online Therapists
Jodi Cofer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Finding the right counselor to walk along side you can be difficult! I believe wholeheartedly that healing is possible for anyone who is willing to embrace the journey. I have a varied background which gives me particular insight into individuals struggling with trauma, shame, addiction, depression, anxiety, and family conflict. I am particularly interested in marriage therapy and have equipping through the Gottman Institute. As a part of our partnership I hope to provide a safe place where you find healing and hope because my desire is to help my clients have the best possible experience in all aspects of their lives.
Finding the right counselor to walk along side you can be difficult! I believe wholeheartedly that healing is possible for anyone who is willing to embrace the journey. I have a varied background which gives me particular insight into individuals struggling with trauma, shame, addiction, depression, anxiety, and family conflict. I am particularly interested in marriage therapy and have equipping through the Gottman Institute. As a part of our partnership I hope to provide a safe place where you find healing and hope because my desire is to help my clients have the best possible experience in all aspects of their lives.
Kelly Cave
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I have a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in Christian Sex Therapy.
Is your life and your behavior impacted by events from the past? That's a very common side effect of trauma. Trauma impacts the ways in which we respond to every day stimulation and can shape our choices in healthy and unhealthy ways. According to research, more than half of men and women have experienced a trauma in their life time and 2 out of 5 women and 1 out of 6 men have experienced sexual trauma. You're not alone in this pain and I would love to help you through it. Using talk therapy combined with EMDR, we will build a safe place for you to process your hurt and be able to unwind what the brain has been holding on to.
I have a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in Christian Sex Therapy.
Is your life and your behavior impacted by events from the past? That's a very common side effect of trauma. Trauma impacts the ways in which we respond to every day stimulation and can shape our choices in healthy and unhealthy ways. According to research, more than half of men and women have experienced a trauma in their life time and 2 out of 5 women and 1 out of 6 men have experienced sexual trauma. You're not alone in this pain and I would love to help you through it. Using talk therapy combined with EMDR, we will build a safe place for you to process your hurt and be able to unwind what the brain has been holding on to.
Jaquita Shorts
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30329
Hi, I am Jaquita Shorts and I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and licensed professional counselor. My area of focus is family, relationship, and individual. Clients that I typically work experience depression, anxiety, work-related stress, marital/relationship issues, and grief/loss. My theoretical approach is comprised of person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness skill training.
Hi, I am Jaquita Shorts and I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and licensed professional counselor. My area of focus is family, relationship, and individual. Clients that I typically work experience depression, anxiety, work-related stress, marital/relationship issues, and grief/loss. My theoretical approach is comprised of person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness skill training.
Blossom Works Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CAMSll
Verified Verified
Tucker, GA 30084
Life is hard. Family is hard. Raising kids is hard. You want someone who can help when everything in your daily life is affected, including our thoughts, emotions and resulting behaviors. Also, impacting the way your body feels, and ultimately how you experience YOU and your relationships. You may feel overwhelmed or stuck, unsatisfied in your relationship, anxious, or wondering if things can change or things can get better. There is hope, and we are here. We have clinicians that are experienced and ready to help, including affordable options.
Life is hard. Family is hard. Raising kids is hard. You want someone who can help when everything in your daily life is affected, including our thoughts, emotions and resulting behaviors. Also, impacting the way your body feels, and ultimately how you experience YOU and your relationships. You may feel overwhelmed or stuck, unsatisfied in your relationship, anxious, or wondering if things can change or things can get better. There is hope, and we are here. We have clinicians that are experienced and ready to help, including affordable options.
Judi Ingram Adkins
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30060
Teenagers and young adults leaving home appreciate my connecting with their stories while assisting the family to move to greater cooperation, better understanding, safety and wiser choices.
Our wounds are the very place where meaningful wholeness and growth can begin. In over 30 years of private practice with individuals, couples and families, I have engaged deeply in the varied ways people set out to heal. Families in crisis appreciate the active way I connect with and engage all parties in the process of change. Helping couples learn to listen with curiosity rather than react in the "same old way", more deeply understand each other, reach forgiveness or acceptance, and open up possibilities regarding desire and intimacy are all strengths in my work.
Teenagers and young adults leaving home appreciate my connecting with their stories while assisting the family to move to greater cooperation, better understanding, safety and wiser choices.
Our wounds are the very place where meaningful wholeness and growth can begin. In over 30 years of private practice with individuals, couples and families, I have engaged deeply in the varied ways people set out to heal. Families in crisis appreciate the active way I connect with and engage all parties in the process of change. Helping couples learn to listen with curiosity rather than react in the "same old way", more deeply understand each other, reach forgiveness or acceptance, and open up possibilities regarding desire and intimacy are all strengths in my work.
Flourish Family Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCAADC
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
At Flourish Family Therapy, we strive to provide our clients with the greatest possible care. We only offer experienced therapists that empower all our clients to flourish and reach their potential. We don't believe in a cookie cutter, one size fits all approach. Our therapists and administrative staff are dedicated to creating a custom experience for each individual that walks through our doors. Your new future begins now and we're looking forward to helping you achieve your treatment goals.
At Flourish Family Therapy, we strive to provide our clients with the greatest possible care. We only offer experienced therapists that empower all our clients to flourish and reach their potential. We don't believe in a cookie cutter, one size fits all approach. Our therapists and administrative staff are dedicated to creating a custom experience for each individual that walks through our doors. Your new future begins now and we're looking forward to helping you achieve your treatment goals.
Leslie M. Sessley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30033
I mostly approach my work using a foundational orientation based in systemic and family systems theories that understand the patterns and interactions of our current and generational relationships.
Are you struggling with life balance since your loved one has become ill? Are you now caring for an aging parent that didn't take care of you? Is talking with your family about your aging loved one challenging or stressful? As we age, so do our families of origin. Sometimes we are called back to our families of origin to help aging family members - like our siblings or parents. This can be challenging for many people. When we are called back to help, things like old wounds, family dysfunction and confusion on where to go for help can arise. Therapy can help bring clarity.
I mostly approach my work using a foundational orientation based in systemic and family systems theories that understand the patterns and interactions of our current and generational relationships.
Are you struggling with life balance since your loved one has become ill? Are you now caring for an aging parent that didn't take care of you? Is talking with your family about your aging loved one challenging or stressful? As we age, so do our families of origin. Sometimes we are called back to our families of origin to help aging family members - like our siblings or parents. This can be challenging for many people. When we are called back to help, things like old wounds, family dysfunction and confusion on where to go for help can arise. Therapy can help bring clarity.
Renee Caverly-Gillett - Attento Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Are you feeling frustrated & lost with everything that is going on in the world? Do you want to move forward and feel stuck? I believe every person should be able to live life to the fullest! However, negative life events, trauma, relationships and we, ourselves often get in the way of our happiness, peace and reaching our goals. I have been able to help people "get their lives back." I assist teens and adults with trauma, anxiety, addiction, relational issues, problems with family communication, and more. I want to offer hope, assistance, and empowerment as a result of working together to achieve these goals (EMDR therapist).
Are you feeling frustrated & lost with everything that is going on in the world? Do you want to move forward and feel stuck? I believe every person should be able to live life to the fullest! However, negative life events, trauma, relationships and we, ourselves often get in the way of our happiness, peace and reaching our goals. I have been able to help people "get their lives back." I assist teens and adults with trauma, anxiety, addiction, relational issues, problems with family communication, and more. I want to offer hope, assistance, and empowerment as a result of working together to achieve these goals (EMDR therapist).
Kiana Marcelle Gandy
Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30317
Through an integrative approach, I utilize various methods across orientations to collaborate with each family.
Does your child seem to struggle with self regulating, tolerating transitions, peer interactions or honoring boundaries? Are you concerned about how their behaviors are going to effect them socially, emotionally or psychologically in the future? If the answer is yes and you’re looking at this profile, you're on the right path so I’m glad you’re here!
Through an integrative approach, I utilize various methods across orientations to collaborate with each family.
Does your child seem to struggle with self regulating, tolerating transitions, peer interactions or honoring boundaries? Are you concerned about how their behaviors are going to effect them socially, emotionally or psychologically in the future? If the answer is yes and you’re looking at this profile, you're on the right path so I’m glad you’re here!
Molly Fine
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30328
I use a strengths-based, positive approach and lean on Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and other modalities to support you in deeper exploration.
Beginning therapy can be overwhelming and I aim to make the process feel authentic and comfortable. I welcome adult and adolescent clients, their families and significant others who are motivated to learn about themselves, improve their relationships and transform their lives. I am fat-positive and use a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach, am welcoming to all gender and sexual identities, races, religions, and cultural backgrounds and am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with clients going through a wide range of difficulties including addiction, grief/loss, eating disorders, negative body image and relationship problems.
I use a strengths-based, positive approach and lean on Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and other modalities to support you in deeper exploration.
Beginning therapy can be overwhelming and I aim to make the process feel authentic and comfortable. I welcome adult and adolescent clients, their families and significant others who are motivated to learn about themselves, improve their relationships and transform their lives. I am fat-positive and use a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach, am welcoming to all gender and sexual identities, races, religions, and cultural backgrounds and am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with clients going through a wide range of difficulties including addiction, grief/loss, eating disorders, negative body image and relationship problems.
Justin R Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30134 (Online Only)
You can be free of emotional pain, able to deal with life on life's terms, and to find meaning/purpose in work, family, friendships, spirituality, and all other life areas.
Have you felt out of sync, unable to communicate clearly, frustrated and wanting to try something different but unhappy with what you've tried? There is hope. Through therapy, I can help you learn new ways of communicating, finding new perspectives to barriers and working through individual or relationship struggles to have your needs and wants met. If you are having difficulty making it through your everyday, dealing with the stresses of life, or managing anxiety and depression; I can help. I will help you learn new coping skills using your own personal strengths to assist you with enhancing your quality of life.
You can be free of emotional pain, able to deal with life on life's terms, and to find meaning/purpose in work, family, friendships, spirituality, and all other life areas.
Have you felt out of sync, unable to communicate clearly, frustrated and wanting to try something different but unhappy with what you've tried? There is hope. Through therapy, I can help you learn new ways of communicating, finding new perspectives to barriers and working through individual or relationship struggles to have your needs and wants met. If you are having difficulty making it through your everyday, dealing with the stresses of life, or managing anxiety and depression; I can help. I will help you learn new coping skills using your own personal strengths to assist you with enhancing your quality of life.
Heather Wheeler
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
She loves spending quality time with friends and family, weightlifting in the gym, studying the Bible, and traveling.
Heather believes each person’s deepest desire is to be seen and known. Sometimes therapy is the first safe space to try this out. In therapy, Heather meets Adults (aged 18-80), Couples, Families, and Teens (12+) where they are in hopes to come alongside them and understand them holistically. She utilizes a Humanistic and Attachment-based approach to create a non-judgmental space, and to understand each person within their unique relational and systemic contexts. Heather hopes to see clients come to know themselves better, find hope and healing within their stories, and to encourage them to live within their values.
She loves spending quality time with friends and family, weightlifting in the gym, studying the Bible, and traveling.
Heather believes each person’s deepest desire is to be seen and known. Sometimes therapy is the first safe space to try this out. In therapy, Heather meets Adults (aged 18-80), Couples, Families, and Teens (12+) where they are in hopes to come alongside them and understand them holistically. She utilizes a Humanistic and Attachment-based approach to create a non-judgmental space, and to understand each person within their unique relational and systemic contexts. Heather hopes to see clients come to know themselves better, find hope and healing within their stories, and to encourage them to live within their values.
Mariah Dantzler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30308
I would be honored to walk alongside your child and your family during this time.
I speak teen. I want my clients to go from a place of surviving to thriving. I’m here to help them uncover how to find joy + perseverance in life by connecting deeper with themselves and others through the use of therapeutic strategies + interventions that they can carry with them forever. I have my masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialty in adolescent development. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) modalities to provide an individualized approach to therapy. Below age 10 I offer parenting sessions.
I would be honored to walk alongside your child and your family during this time.
I speak teen. I want my clients to go from a place of surviving to thriving. I’m here to help them uncover how to find joy + perseverance in life by connecting deeper with themselves and others through the use of therapeutic strategies + interventions that they can carry with them forever. I have my masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialty in adolescent development. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) modalities to provide an individualized approach to therapy. Below age 10 I offer parenting sessions.
Roberta DeLoach
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30328 (Online Only)
I specialize in individual and family therapy, using these tools to help direct, counsel and display a positive influence in the lives of youth and adults.
Hello! My name is Mrs. Roberta DeLoach and I'm Licensed Professional Counselor. I attended University of West Georgia and have been providing individual, family and group therapy for over 7 years.
I specialize in individual and family therapy, using these tools to help direct, counsel and display a positive influence in the lives of youth and adults.
Hello! My name is Mrs. Roberta DeLoach and I'm Licensed Professional Counselor. I attended University of West Georgia and have been providing individual, family and group therapy for over 7 years.
Patty Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you feel stuck and have trouble making decisions? In a troubled relationship or marriage? Have problems communicating? Family tensions? Would you like to feel more calm and experience your emotions in a more healthy way? It can be very difficult to know where to turn when you need help. My 15+ years of experience have given me the ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental guidance, support and direction to some of life's most difficult challenges. I work with trauma, parenting, ADHD, healing from the past, relational issues, adjustment to life change & life coaching.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you feel stuck and have trouble making decisions? In a troubled relationship or marriage? Have problems communicating? Family tensions? Would you like to feel more calm and experience your emotions in a more healthy way? It can be very difficult to know where to turn when you need help. My 15+ years of experience have given me the ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental guidance, support and direction to some of life's most difficult challenges. I work with trauma, parenting, ADHD, healing from the past, relational issues, adjustment to life change & life coaching.
One Love Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MDiv, MFT S/T
Verified Verified
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
I offer therapy strategies for healing from broken relationships, intimate couples bonding sessions, supportive family reunification, and conflict resolution for troubled teens seeking to find their way.
Are you struggling with life transitions – Motherhood, Marriage, Blended Families or Divorce, or Grief? Challenging Life transitions can cause disappointment and frustration. Everyone deserves support during life transitions. Learning new communication strategies, healthy boundaries and coping skills can help improve difficult life transitions. about new realities and depression over unexpected changes. Gain peace and acceptance associated with life transitions. When you and your family gain understanding and acceptance in your relationship, you can overcome the difficulties associated with life transitions.
I offer therapy strategies for healing from broken relationships, intimate couples bonding sessions, supportive family reunification, and conflict resolution for troubled teens seeking to find their way.
Are you struggling with life transitions – Motherhood, Marriage, Blended Families or Divorce, or Grief? Challenging Life transitions can cause disappointment and frustration. Everyone deserves support during life transitions. Learning new communication strategies, healthy boundaries and coping skills can help improve difficult life transitions. about new realities and depression over unexpected changes. Gain peace and acceptance associated with life transitions. When you and your family gain understanding and acceptance in your relationship, you can overcome the difficulties associated with life transitions.
Helen-Grace Scott
Counselor, MA, APC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
I have experience working with family members and partners of individuals with substance abuse issues.
It can be overwhelming and daunting when facing struggles of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and phase of life stress, especially when you aren't sure where to begin. I have experience working with clients regarding issues of codependency, family members or partners with substance abuse issues, boundary and relationship issues, as well as anxiety, stress, grief, and loss. I want to provide a space where we can work together to explore what works best for you as you strive for healing and growth.
I have experience working with family members and partners of individuals with substance abuse issues.
It can be overwhelming and daunting when facing struggles of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and phase of life stress, especially when you aren't sure where to begin. I have experience working with clients regarding issues of codependency, family members or partners with substance abuse issues, boundary and relationship issues, as well as anxiety, stress, grief, and loss. I want to provide a space where we can work together to explore what works best for you as you strive for healing and growth.
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.