Teen Therapists in Alpharetta, GA

My passion is helping women and teen girls shine! If you are tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, stressed, frustrated or burned out, then it's time to make yourself and your well-being a priority. Painful and difficult times are a call to action--a time to reach out for support and an opportunity to learn, heal, and change. In struggle we find beautiful gifts. Life is short...if there are obstacles in the way of you living your best life then now is your time.

My passion and experience is extensive in the areas of mood, emotional regulation, trauma, ADHD, ASD, addictions, co-dependency, family of origin issues and adolescent challenges. I address mind, body, family systems, vocation, academics, hobbies and spirituality simultaneously. When requested by a client, a Christian perspective can be integrated into the therapy process. I am client-centered and develop a series of interventions that are challenging without being shaming. I have 20 years of experience sharing hope, humor (I often laugh with my client's in session) and professionalism. References from physicians, schools or other professionals area available per request.

Welcome! My practice is open during early EVENING hours to accommodate after school schedules. I have been fortunate to have 18 years of counseling experience in both the school setting and the private sector, working with children ranging in ages 5-18, adults, and with families. While working with children and adolescents, I believe that the family dynamic is an extremely important part of the therapeutic process, and will often involve parents and siblings in therapy when it is helpful. I specialize in: anxiety disorders, divorce, parenting support, self esteem, family dysfunction, and school related issues.

I am a family therapist, working through a systemic lens, as well as a client-centered therapist, believing each individual possesses unique strengths which can be highlighted and utilized in therapy. I have a passion for helping families reach their desired outcomes in a safe, nurturing environment. I am trained and experienced working with ages 4 and up.

Children, teens and families are our passion and describe our ideal clientele. Your parenting instincts tell you something has changed with your child. You wonder is it something with school, friends, or a stressor that you have no idea about. Perhaps, your family unit has gone through major change or loss. Your desire is to have your child be back to their best self. You've tried everything you can think of in your parenting arsenal; long talks, together time, consequences and for some reason the issue is still there. As parents we don't always have all the answers and it is ok to reach out for help!

I am very passionate and invested in the process of helping children ( age 10), preteens, adolescent , young adults, and families develop skills for coping with emotional distress. Most of my clients have experienced melt downs, panic attacks, school avoidance, fears, loss, urges to self harm, sadness and loneliness. I have considerable expertise in this field of treatment and work with clients who have a significant degree of clinical complexity.

Are you a parent, adult, or teen who has faced anxiety, panic, depression, mood swings, obsessions, attention problems, or impulsivity? You or your loved one may have had urges to harm themselves or had problems making or keeping healthy relationships. I help clients live a Life they experience as Worth Living, teaching coping skills to deal with life’s stressors and solve problems one moment at a time. I provide therapy via Zoom video calls or by phone. Your safety is a top priority. As a healthcare worker, I have been vaccinated and can offer socially-distanced, masked sessions outside of my Alpharetta office upon special request.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Grow Counseling and I work at both our Buckhead and Alpharetta office locations. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish from Furman University and a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University. I work with children, teens, and adults.

The stress that people face comes from all sides. Therapy is a road to healing and health when stress and anxiety become a burden. If you are a woman overwhelmed by the demands of life, and feeling like you are never enough for anyone, counseling will provide you with the necessary support to be more present and confident in your daily life. If you are are a teen feeling disconnected from your parents, your friends, and yourself, counseling will give you tools to understand yourself and connect with those most important to you. If your child has unique needs or challenging behaviors, parenting counseling will help.

Many clients struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, substance abuse, and relational conflicts. The goal for all of my clients to become a healthier and more functional version of themselves. Therapy is an investment in yourself to improve life skills, manage the stress that life brings, and have healthier interpersonal relationships.

Are you feeling disconnected from the people around you? Frustrated with problematic behaviors that you cannot seem to change? Tired of being paralyzed and held back by anxiety? Counseling can be an opportunity to enrich your life, gain deeper personal understanding, and make meaningful changes. My therapeutic style is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I can work with you to reach your goals in a way that empowers and instills hope. Together we can find the tools that work best for your life, so that you can continue to experience progress and fulfillment long after our counseling relationship has come to a close.

If you are seeking help virtually with your school age child or adolescent with anxiety or depression I am here to help. I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment in which your child can be supported in their efforts to release, heal and learn new skills. Underlying my work with children is a child centered, gestalt, experiential approach, and CBT. The tools I like to use when in therapy are: play therapy, sand tray play, expressive art, and mindfulness exercises. With teens I use a mandala expressive arts integrating interpersonal neurobiology approach to healing depression, anxiety, and low self esteem.

Looking to strengthen connection and not sure where to begin? My passion is to help couples, families, and teens work through some of the most challenging parts of their life, including marital concerns, improving family cohesion, self-esteem, and adolescent eating disorders. I will help you explore patterns that keep you feeling stuck while discovering new and effective ways to help you best reach your goals.

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.

Sometimes the families that look perfect on the outside struggle behind closed doors. Moms are grappling to make picture-perfect Pinterest parties for kids who barely speak to them, make sure her parents can still live independently, connect to husbands who are trying to succeed amid the stresses of work, all while surpassing expectations at the office. It's hard to explain to your teenager why they should have to work for their trip to Europe because it builds "character", in a Kardashian society.

Is your child's attendance and notes home driving you to the edge? Are you at a loss as to how to best help your family situation? As a former educator, child/ adolescent therapist, but most importantly parent, I know the challenges that our children face academically, socially, and emotionally. Many parents are lost when it comes to finding resources that will help answer questions and bridge the gap between discord and emotional health. Whether a succinct plan is needed for high-conflict families or for an individual client, goals are established and results measured in a timely way. Let me help you get started!

It is an honor and privilege when people choose to reach out and share some of the most vulnerable areas of their lives with me, and is not something I take lightly. I understand that choosing to inquire about counseling means different things for different people, and that each person brings a different life journey. I love walking along side my clients, empowering them to make healthy changes, while approaching each person with empathy, genuineness, and warmth.

As a parent, there's nothing worse than watching your child struggle. Standing by and watching their grades fall and their anxiety rise is excruciating, but nothing you've tried is making the situation better. Your child doesn't seem to know what's due or when, they are unorganized, have no plan for studying, lack effective study habits and skills, and have trouble disengaging from their phones. Communication is breaking down between you and your child and they seem unmotivated and apathetic toward school. You may also be questioning if your child is just being a typical moody teenager or if it's more serious. Are they depressed?