Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Alpharetta, GA

First of all, let me say that I respect your decision to seek therapy, it shows emotional health and awareness. I believe that therapy is a tool to guide people to obtain the skills to be emotionally successful in their lives. "They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself." Andy Warhol

I am a therapist that honors the unique experience of the individual, within the larger context of relationship, community and society. I believe in the power to heal and grow, and the existence inner wisdom. My goal is to create an environment of safety, creativity & compassion, where the inner world of the client is empathetically received. Creating more meaningful connection to self and other is at the heart of therapeutic healing. I am here to help with trauma, relational difficulties, or issues of PTSD, C-PTSD, relational trauma, anxiety/depression, addiction/partners/family system, or personality disorders.

Our mission is simple…to help our clients move from pain and suffering to hope, resilience and freedom. Pain is an inevitable part of the human existence. Throughout our life, we naturally experience loss, rejection, defeat, physical and emotional pain. For many, pain and trauma experiences in life can be overwhelming. While we can’t go through life without experiencing pain, we do have a choice about how we’ll respond to it. As Holocaust survivor, Victor Frankl stated, “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”

Do you feel suffocated by others’ expectations, afraid or unsure of how to ask for help, overwhelmed with commitments, unable to take a break, like you’re just trying to survive the day? Maybe you’re fed up with struggling at school/work, getting so easily overwhelmed, and having suicidal thoughts. You might not even remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. One thing is for sure though. You’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to make sense of what’s happening to you and take back control. Most of all, you’re ready to regain balance in your life so you can finally breathe easy again.

Hello - I'm glad you're here! I'm Paige! I'm a licensed professional counselor with a heart for serving others and facilitating healing through personal growth. I work alongside individuals and their families to create a safe, non-judgmental environment that allows my clients the space to determine their core needs and work toward meaningful and lasting change. Through research-driven treatment plans and empirically supported techniques, I partner with you to improve your quality of life. I provide trauma-informed care to individuals of all ages and tailor each session to fit your individual needs, personality, and level of comfort.

Trauma and pain from past and present experiences can stop your life in its tracks, leaving you stuck in the same patterns, of thinking, feeling and behaving that eventually lead to building a life that is less than what you've hoped for. But with a little help, you can pause, learn tools, gain insights and begin to change your life's direction. You are not responsible for everything that has happened to you AND you are responsible for making meaning from the life you are living. How you do this depends on whom you believe yourself to be. Our work will help you to heal YOU. In person and virtual visits in GA, CT.

Asking for help can be really hard! Talking to a stranger can be uncomfortable. So, I strive to make this process a little bit easier by creating a safe and comfortable space that puts you at ease. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Struggling with self-esteem? Whatever it is that you are going through, my goal is to empower you! I believe that everyone has what they need within them. My goal is to help you bring that out. I work with you to take your expertise in your life and combine it with my clinical knowledge and skills to tailor techniques and strategies to you and your goals.

I use a person-centered focus to help you or your youth work on the goals that you want to achieve. I work with clients on anxiety, sadness, trauma and much more. My office is a judgment free zone where we can work together to help you be the individual you want to be. I look forward to meeting you in my office in Johns Creek!

Are you looking to enhance your emotional well-being and embark on a journey of personal growth, even when the challenges of everyday life seem overwhelming? Life can be demanding and at times can feel like you are on a massive roller coaster. However, within these challenges lies the potential for growth and transformation. Whether you are dealing with grief and loss, managing anger, or navigating the aftermath of trauma, Support is available. Grief, anger, and trauma are experiences that can profoundly impact our lives.

VOTED BEST IN GEORGIA 2021 and 2022! I have been in practice for over 25 years and after all these years I remain as passionate about my chosen profession as I did when I first began; perhaps even more so. Since 1991, I have worked with many individuals helping them to overcome fears, resolve interpersonal conflicts, understand themselves, identify and avoid negative life patterns and overall personal growth. I especially enjoy working with couples in helping them to understand and improve their relationships.

Hello! I am Alex Hopkins of Early Connections Child & Family Counseling. I specialize in counseling boys ages 8-18, and young men ages 19-22. Many of the young people I work with are recovering from trauma, and need a safe place to heal. Others are struggling to fit in with their peers, and need to know they're not alone. Some of them are navigating the tricky waters of sexual development, or identify as LGBTQ+ and need a place where they are welcomed and affirmed. A lot of the young people I work with feel anxious and/or depressed and want to feel hopeful again. All of the people I work with want to feel safe, seen, and secure.

Developing into the person you want to be isn't always an easy task, and neither is working through past experiences that have shaped you; so, let's collaborate to help you become who you'd like to be. I help clients to create the life they want in a relaxing, understanding, and non-judgmental environment wherever you're at. Through secure and convenient online counseling, I provide therapy services for individuals experiencing anxiety and stress, depression, trauma, loneliness, relationship issues and other distressing concerns that interfere with living a full and meaningful life.

Struggling with the effects of trauma can be difficult and challenging. I can help. You can recover and manage your emotions in a healthy way. My goal is to meet clients where they are, equipping and helping them to live their life to their fullest potential.

Trying to keep up with everything is getting to be too much. The projects at work or maintaining a business have become challenging. The chores and the to-do list have gotten longer. The kids have yet another event scheduled and you are not in the mood to cook dinner. Not only that, your mental health has suffered due to past trauma or stressors, leaving your relationships in shambles, your goals left undone, your mood on a constant rollercoaster, and your needs last on the list. I know this story all too well because I am not afraid to admit, I’ve been where you are. I get it and you’re ready to shift out of it.

Jana Lea Walker is an integrative Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor with over 25 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. She specializes in treating adults who are suffering from depression, anxiety, mood disorder, substance use, interpersonal, trauma, infidelity, and grief.

Maybe you find yourself feeling lifeless, unworthy, depressed or anxious? You wish you could be more productive and have a healthier ways of thinking. Perhaps you experienced a traumatic event at some point in your life and it feels like a boulder on your shoulders? I have personally come to believe that you are never truly lost but rather you are right where you are supposed to be in this very moment. Those various things don’t have to determine the state of your emotional wellness nor define you. Those life experiences can somehow work together and lead you to a place of wholeness, if you allow it.

Are you or a loved one struggling and need help navigating through this difficult time? I have 20+ years of experience working with children, teenagers, and adults who are struggling with issues related to relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, parenting, foster care, adoption, sexual abuse, and life transitions. Are you concerned about your child's self-esteem, mood, level of anxiety, relationships, or behavior? As a parent of 4, I understand that parenting a child in today's world is complex. I will join with your family to help guide you through this challenging time.

Connection is the most integral part of my approach to counseling. My goal is to aid clients in developing a well-balanced lifestyle so that they can feel self-confident, fulfilled, and intimately connected to others. I hope for my clients to live in a wholehearted way that honors what they truly value, as opposed to feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving them.

Are you a Christian believer with relationship issues, need inner healing, searching for meaning, desiring transformation, or need help coping with everyday life? Today can be the start of a new journey and I am here to partner with you. Helping individuals and families successfully meet their relational, mental, behavioral, and spiritual health goals is why I am here. Covenant Counseling Services, LLC. was founded to create a platform where partnership to promote insight and empower whole-life transformation is paramount.