Family Therapy in Atlanta, GA
Joy Freilich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30328
I have 20 years of counseling experience and have done extensive post graduate training in marriage and family therapy as well as in perinatal mental health.
Life can be hard. Sometimes we have difficulty communicating with our boss or loved ones. Sometimes we have difficulty adjusting to new circumstances. At times, we may feel stuck and unsure of how to initiate change. Other times we may want to delve deeper and truly understand our motivations and desires. Sometimes we just want to feel heard. I strive to create a space safe where my clients feel comfortable sharing. I actively engage in conversation with my clients, meet them where they are and work collaboratively with them to bridge the gap between their current state of being and living their most fulfilled lives.
I have 20 years of counseling experience and have done extensive post graduate training in marriage and family therapy as well as in perinatal mental health.
Life can be hard. Sometimes we have difficulty communicating with our boss or loved ones. Sometimes we have difficulty adjusting to new circumstances. At times, we may feel stuck and unsure of how to initiate change. Other times we may want to delve deeper and truly understand our motivations and desires. Sometimes we just want to feel heard. I strive to create a space safe where my clients feel comfortable sharing. I actively engage in conversation with my clients, meet them where they are and work collaboratively with them to bridge the gap between their current state of being and living their most fulfilled lives.
Kimberley Vrana
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30305
My specialized counseling also empowers small children, adolescents and teens who are enduring family stress from divorce, parental job loss, relocation, end of life issues or other crises, including sexual of physical abuse, to share their feelings and begin to heal.
No one wants to live in a stressful, unhappy home. But this is the result when adults and children don't know how to communicate with each other in a safe, non-combative way.
Parents whose children have ADHD, ADD or suffer from anxiety, depression, attachment and separation issues, cutting or obsessive-compulsive disorders say the coping and change strategies they develop through my counseling sessions are enabling them to become, in one mom's words, "more normal" families.
My specialized counseling also empowers small children, adolescents and teens who are enduring family stress from divorce, parental job loss, relocation, end of life issues or other crises, including sexual of physical abuse, to share their feelings and begin to heal.
No one wants to live in a stressful, unhappy home. But this is the result when adults and children don't know how to communicate with each other in a safe, non-combative way.
Parents whose children have ADHD, ADD or suffer from anxiety, depression, attachment and separation issues, cutting or obsessive-compulsive disorders say the coping and change strategies they develop through my counseling sessions are enabling them to become, in one mom's words, "more normal" families.
Tandy Mackey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30308 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Georgia. My experience comes from providing direct mental health and behavioral counseling for teens and adults with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma, community violence, gender identity, and depression. I approach the therapeutic relationship with an acute sensitivity and respect for multi/cross-cultural factors. My clinical experience includes working with a diverse population which includes race, youth, families, and adults given my firsthand experience in navigating generational and cultural differences.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Georgia. My experience comes from providing direct mental health and behavioral counseling for teens and adults with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma, community violence, gender identity, and depression. I approach the therapeutic relationship with an acute sensitivity and respect for multi/cross-cultural factors. My clinical experience includes working with a diverse population which includes race, youth, families, and adults given my firsthand experience in navigating generational and cultural differences.
Diane Hilleary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30329
I specialize in providing individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults with eating disorders, addiction, self harm, anxiety, and depression.
With the right kind of support, meaningful change is possible. I know it takes a lot of courage to reach out for help and therefore I want to make sure you get what you need. With that in mind, I tailor my therapeutic approach to each individual and will work with you to develop goals for your therapy. My work is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves to be heard and understood and understanding is the first step to change. I believe through supportive therapy, you can live differently and experience life in a more peaceful and fulfilling way.
I specialize in providing individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults with eating disorders, addiction, self harm, anxiety, and depression.
With the right kind of support, meaningful change is possible. I know it takes a lot of courage to reach out for help and therefore I want to make sure you get what you need. With that in mind, I tailor my therapeutic approach to each individual and will work with you to develop goals for your therapy. My work is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves to be heard and understood and understanding is the first step to change. I believe through supportive therapy, you can live differently and experience life in a more peaceful and fulfilling way.
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?
Praysha Spearman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30305 (Online Only)
Trauma may be the last thing you want to talk about. You want to be thriving at this point in your life, but certain issues keep coming up and holding you back... holding your relationship back... holding your family back. Something's gotta give. You long to show up authentically at work, at home and in your relationships, but you struggle sometimes with feelings of inadequacy or low self-esteem.
Trauma may be the last thing you want to talk about. You want to be thriving at this point in your life, but certain issues keep coming up and holding you back... holding your relationship back... holding your family back. Something's gotta give. You long to show up authentically at work, at home and in your relationships, but you struggle sometimes with feelings of inadequacy or low self-esteem.
Ayanna Jarrett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist my main focus will be the systems within your life that are not working or functioning correctly and changing them.
am a firm believer that we are put here on earth to help one another grow, and change with the ultimate objective to live a more fulfilled life and love each other more. The challenge is always the peaks and valleys of life that bring us severe emotional pain. I have shown success in working with patients who struggle with: Grief/Loss Narcissistic Abuse Trauma/Abuse Depression/Anxiety/Stress Blended Family Issues Parenting for Children with Disabilities Marriage Counseling
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist my main focus will be the systems within your life that are not working or functioning correctly and changing them.
am a firm believer that we are put here on earth to help one another grow, and change with the ultimate objective to live a more fulfilled life and love each other more. The challenge is always the peaks and valleys of life that bring us severe emotional pain. I have shown success in working with patients who struggle with: Grief/Loss Narcissistic Abuse Trauma/Abuse Depression/Anxiety/Stress Blended Family Issues Parenting for Children with Disabilities Marriage Counseling
Kathleen C. Forrest
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I also have experience working with a wide range of issues/concerns from trauma, identity issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, sexuality and relationships, challenges with family of origin, and more.
Hey, I’m glad you made it here! Have you ever experienced events in your life that have been overwhelming, hard to process, or difficult to move on from? Trauma is a spectrum, most people have experienced some degree of it in their life. With this, other issues like depression, anxiety, struggles with emotions, negative thoughts, and others—often develop as a result. They can disrupt daily life and disconnect us from ourselves and others. My goal is to empower, teach skills, and provide resources and insight to help you create more space, clarity, confidence, and freedom from the past so that you can experience the life you want.
I also have experience working with a wide range of issues/concerns from trauma, identity issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, sexuality and relationships, challenges with family of origin, and more.
Hey, I’m glad you made it here! Have you ever experienced events in your life that have been overwhelming, hard to process, or difficult to move on from? Trauma is a spectrum, most people have experienced some degree of it in their life. With this, other issues like depression, anxiety, struggles with emotions, negative thoughts, and others—often develop as a result. They can disrupt daily life and disconnect us from ourselves and others. My goal is to empower, teach skills, and provide resources and insight to help you create more space, clarity, confidence, and freedom from the past so that you can experience the life you want.
Anne Shimsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30342
Are you awake at night again thinking, "What am I going to do?" Do you have difficulty waking up in the morning? Are you feeling stuck with grief, anxiety, depression, and feeling lost? Do you look in the mirror and cringe? Are the typical losses in life more than you can handle? How much longer do you want to suffer? Help is available.I am trained as a professional counselor, an affiliate member of American Marriage and Family Therapists, and am a Registered Play Therapist.
Are you awake at night again thinking, "What am I going to do?" Do you have difficulty waking up in the morning? Are you feeling stuck with grief, anxiety, depression, and feeling lost? Do you look in the mirror and cringe? Are the typical losses in life more than you can handle? How much longer do you want to suffer? Help is available.I am trained as a professional counselor, an affiliate member of American Marriage and Family Therapists, and am a Registered Play Therapist.
Grace Jiyoon Choi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I work with all people but specialize in relationship issues, racial identity, anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma, and grief.
You are searching for a safe space. You wish to process experiences, emotions, and relationships that you feel stuck in. You hope to receive support navigating conflict, stressors, and trauma. You are here to find a therapist who validates, empathizes, and affirms. I can walk alongside you to help foster healing and growth during this difficult time.
I work with all people but specialize in relationship issues, racial identity, anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma, and grief.
You are searching for a safe space. You wish to process experiences, emotions, and relationships that you feel stuck in. You hope to receive support navigating conflict, stressors, and trauma. You are here to find a therapist who validates, empathizes, and affirms. I can walk alongside you to help foster healing and growth during this difficult time.
John William (Bill) Harkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30305
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Approved Supervisor in AAMFT.
Our lives consist of transitions of all kinds. I enjoy meeting people in the spaces within those transitions. Often, such times are the occasion for discernment, assessment, and change. Whether you are experiencing depression, grief and loss, or you are simply seeking a safe context for considering "next steps," I provide a confidential, professional relationship for the journey. I focus on strengths as well as challenges and seek creative, imaginative solutions. I respect all life contexts and spiritual orientations. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Approved Supervisor in AAMFT.
Our lives consist of transitions of all kinds. I enjoy meeting people in the spaces within those transitions. Often, such times are the occasion for discernment, assessment, and change. Whether you are experiencing depression, grief and loss, or you are simply seeking a safe context for considering "next steps," I provide a confidential, professional relationship for the journey. I focus on strengths as well as challenges and seek creative, imaginative solutions. I respect all life contexts and spiritual orientations. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, THTLMHC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30316 (Online Only)
I am a LPC and TLHT LMHC with a PhD in counseling and a specialization in Marriage and Family counseling.
Do you consider yourself resilient? My goal when working with clients is to assist them in finding their inner resilience which will help them to reach their ultimate goals in therapy. I have worked with clients and supervisees to empower them to use their strengths and competencies to improve and enhance their life situations.
Besides private practice, I have worked for agencies working with families, providing groups on systematic training for effective parenting, developing and implementing caregiver support groups, and running parent support groups.
I am a LPC and TLHT LMHC with a PhD in counseling and a specialization in Marriage and Family counseling.
Do you consider yourself resilient? My goal when working with clients is to assist them in finding their inner resilience which will help them to reach their ultimate goals in therapy. I have worked with clients and supervisees to empower them to use their strengths and competencies to improve and enhance their life situations.
Besides private practice, I have worked for agencies working with families, providing groups on systematic training for effective parenting, developing and implementing caregiver support groups, and running parent support groups.
Shareece Cannonier
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30318 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed and emotional on the inside? You work hard to create the life you want, but you feel like it might fall apart at any moment. Do others view you as the strong friend or family member who saves the day, but there is rarely anyone who consistently shows up for you? You wonder if you’re a people pleaser, too hard on yourself, and why others don’t respect your boundaries. Is there past trauma that could be affecting your current relationships that you need to process? Unmanaged anxiety, depression, or unhealed trauma can leave us feeling dissatisfied with life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and emotional on the inside? You work hard to create the life you want, but you feel like it might fall apart at any moment. Do others view you as the strong friend or family member who saves the day, but there is rarely anyone who consistently shows up for you? You wonder if you’re a people pleaser, too hard on yourself, and why others don’t respect your boundaries. Is there past trauma that could be affecting your current relationships that you need to process? Unmanaged anxiety, depression, or unhealed trauma can leave us feeling dissatisfied with life.
NB New Beginning Christian Counseling Services
LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339
Our specialty are Family Problems, Pre-marital, Marital Problems, Divorce, Remarriage, Parenting, Children / Teens, Elderly Issues, Anxiety, Loneliness, Depression, Stress Management, Grief / Loss, Anger, Guilt, Alcoholism / Drugs, Addiction, Mental Disorders, Violence and Abuse, Financial, Vocational, Self - Esteem.
At NB New Beginning we recognize the tremendous pressures of life. Our goal is to assist you in gaining insight into why you may be experiencing problems and to encourage you to translate insight into action. If you are still struggling with difficulties either large or small, we are here to help you.
Our specialty are Family Problems, Pre-marital, Marital Problems, Divorce, Remarriage, Parenting, Children / Teens, Elderly Issues, Anxiety, Loneliness, Depression, Stress Management, Grief / Loss, Anger, Guilt, Alcoholism / Drugs, Addiction, Mental Disorders, Violence and Abuse, Financial, Vocational, Self - Esteem.
At NB New Beginning we recognize the tremendous pressures of life. Our goal is to assist you in gaining insight into why you may be experiencing problems and to encourage you to translate insight into action. If you are still struggling with difficulties either large or small, we are here to help you.
Wellspring Counseling & Transitions - Tom Query
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30317
I do not hesitate to be direct; however, I am welcoming and sensitive to diversity - particularly in faith and spiritual beliefs, life history choices and family of origin experiences.
I am an experienced helping professional, what I call a 'change agent' with a first hand knowledge of a wide variety of issues, problems and situations. I am excellent in communication, warm, relational, non-judgmental and direct. I work to hear the issues you are seeking help with. I do not use "psychobabble." I focus on the "here and now" issues you bring and we will explore what has brought you to this place, what you can do and/or what you can be. When we first meet we will make sure I am the best type of person for your concern.
I do not hesitate to be direct; however, I am welcoming and sensitive to diversity - particularly in faith and spiritual beliefs, life history choices and family of origin experiences.
I am an experienced helping professional, what I call a 'change agent' with a first hand knowledge of a wide variety of issues, problems and situations. I am excellent in communication, warm, relational, non-judgmental and direct. I work to hear the issues you are seeking help with. I do not use "psychobabble." I focus on the "here and now" issues you bring and we will explore what has brought you to this place, what you can do and/or what you can be. When we first meet we will make sure I am the best type of person for your concern.
C Baxter Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30329
We help people who look happy on the outside actually feel that way on the inside. It's exhausting trying to keep it all together. Most of us expend a huge amount of effort to make it look like our life is perfect; especially on social media. While our accomplishments may be lengthy, our relationships and fulfillment are lacking. We understand, and our approach reflects just that. Creating a connection is core to our approach to counseling. We work from a multitude of theoretical frameworks including person-centered, positive psychology, cognitive behavioral, family systems, and solution focused.
We help people who look happy on the outside actually feel that way on the inside. It's exhausting trying to keep it all together. Most of us expend a huge amount of effort to make it look like our life is perfect; especially on social media. While our accomplishments may be lengthy, our relationships and fulfillment are lacking. We understand, and our approach reflects just that. Creating a connection is core to our approach to counseling. We work from a multitude of theoretical frameworks including person-centered, positive psychology, cognitive behavioral, family systems, and solution focused.
Errick Thornton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADCII
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Georgia with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, trauma and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As a therapist, I have been able to help adolescences who are struggling with academic-related stress, bullying, peer pressure, family issues, past traumas, parenting styles, and other problems that all contribute to a person's mental health or overall wellbeing.
I am licensed in Georgia with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, trauma and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As a therapist, I have been able to help adolescences who are struggling with academic-related stress, bullying, peer pressure, family issues, past traumas, parenting styles, and other problems that all contribute to a person's mental health or overall wellbeing.
Jordan Kerben
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30309
Adolescence and young adulthood brings unique challenges and excitement that often requires extra support from sources outside of friends and family. Navigating changes and life transitions can feel overwhelming, anxiety producing, and generally stressful. Finding the right therapist is one of the most important factors in your success towards feeling better. I work with children, teens, young adults, and highly sensitive individuals seeking support with anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, managing boundaries, and executive functioning.
Adolescence and young adulthood brings unique challenges and excitement that often requires extra support from sources outside of friends and family. Navigating changes and life transitions can feel overwhelming, anxiety producing, and generally stressful. Finding the right therapist is one of the most important factors in your success towards feeling better. I work with children, teens, young adults, and highly sensitive individuals seeking support with anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, managing boundaries, and executive functioning.
DuVal Cravens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30324
I offer different types of therapeutic avenues to explore, rework, release and address challenges old or new. We decide the timetable and scope of therapy together whether very focused change is desired or more in depth reworking is wanted. Some people also use therapy to maintain positive gains and have a unique place to speak/ find the truth in a safe, trusting environment. The focus is on enhancing and building on strengths to realize potential based on needs. I use brainspotting, polyvagal informed therapy (Unyte/ILS listening system) and IFS(Internal Family Systems) to deeply and often more rapidly release blocked/frozen issues
I offer different types of therapeutic avenues to explore, rework, release and address challenges old or new. We decide the timetable and scope of therapy together whether very focused change is desired or more in depth reworking is wanted. Some people also use therapy to maintain positive gains and have a unique place to speak/ find the truth in a safe, trusting environment. The focus is on enhancing and building on strengths to realize potential based on needs. I use brainspotting, polyvagal informed therapy (Unyte/ILS listening system) and IFS(Internal Family Systems) to deeply and often more rapidly release blocked/frozen issues
Amy Rostand Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30324
I have a general private practice seeing adolescents and adults in individual, couples and family therapies. Among my areas of work are: couples transitioning to parenthood, working with women who are experiencing prenatal and postpartum issues, families having young children with disabilities, parenting difficulties, relationship problems, adolescents and young adults struggling with life transitions, and general stress, anxiety and depression.
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative, drawing from many sources particularly psychodynamic and relational principles. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to be present with you, providing a safe space to explore what emerges during the therapy sessions.
I have a general private practice seeing adolescents and adults in individual, couples and family therapies. Among my areas of work are: couples transitioning to parenthood, working with women who are experiencing prenatal and postpartum issues, families having young children with disabilities, parenting difficulties, relationship problems, adolescents and young adults struggling with life transitions, and general stress, anxiety and depression.
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative, drawing from many sources particularly psychodynamic and relational principles. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to be present with you, providing a safe space to explore what emerges during the therapy sessions.
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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.