Aetna Therapists in Athens, GA
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Allison Lamb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
In my practice, I offer a shame-free environment to explore some of life’s toughest challenges. Through supportive collaboration, my clients and I skillfully uncover the roots of suffering, discover the many possible ways of coping, and ultimately, learn to move forward to a valued and more easeful life. Asking for help and honoring your own experience isn’t easy, but it is the most precious gift you can give yourself, and I would feel privileged to be a part of the journey with you.
Ellen F Bargeron
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Would you like a safe place to talk, another perspective to help you find hope and direction? Do you want to build more confidence and enhance your life? Learn to move beyond being confused, overwhelmed, or impulsive. Learn to calm yourself and develop practical solutions. With therapy, you gain a deeper understanding of yourself ... your needs, wants, desires. Together, we will explore skills and strategies to deal with everyday problems and foster emotional and mental wellbeing. My practice is Client Centered and Solution Focused.
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Teresa Cipriana Ruiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CFRC, EMDR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Feelings of depression, fear, anxiety, confusion, anger, grief, trauma, and other struggles beset us all at times. I believe creating an environment where everyone can feel safe and heard is vital, and cultivating a therapeutic alliance to be alongside individuals as a nonjudgmental support in the journey to wholeness and independence. I listen for unique needs and preferences and utilize an eclectic and integrated approach to working with the whole person. With empathy and compassion I will also ask challenging questions to explore ideas, new ways of thinking and understanding, and guide intuitive discovery for meaningful change.
Athens, GA 30605
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Anna Wohleking
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified
Verified
Anna Wohleking is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S) in the state of Georgia who has over 8 years of experience partnering with children ages 4-18 and their families who are seeking help with ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, foster care, depression, anger management, mood disorders, and grief or bereavement. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from New Mexico State University and received her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University.
Ellen Farrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ellen Farrell, LPC, NCC, EEM-AP
Verified
Verified
Do you seek balance? Identify & shift out of ineffective, unhealthy / negative patterns, & heal at deep levels while creating new habits that are healthier. I mostly work with young adults to elders & was a clinical counselor at SCAD for 6 years (2000-06). For clinical support, I take insurance via Headway for Aetna, Anthem/BCBS, Cigna, Oscar Health, Oxford, & United Healthcare. Here's the link: headway.co/providers/ellen-farrell My approach is holistic / intuitive, based within clinical parameters. EMDR / Energy Psychology helps with getting quickly to deeper issues. See my website for Intuitive Energy work.
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Diana Burke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
Are you seeking support for yourself and your child due to a family crisis or disruption in your lives? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the behavioral, emotional and academic changes displayed by your child? I am a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years experience working with children, adolescents and parents encountering challenges due to divorce, loss, trauma academic, behavioral and psychiatric issues.
Not accepting new clients
Julia N. Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have primarily worked with adolescents and adults coping with Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, and family members impacted by a loved ones addiction. In life we may have experiences where we did not cope effectively and those memories just stick with us. Along with those memories are negative ideas about the self and uncomfortable emotions. Through the use of EMDR and trauma focused approaches, this "old stuff" can be resolved to create a healing lasting change.
Paul Gallant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Welcome. I provide counseling to Children, Adolescents, Couples, Families and Adults. I specialize in working with people to overcome Worry, Anxiety, Fears, Depression, Hopelessness, and Loss. I meet with couples to get rid of Relationship Struggles. Children and adolescents come to my office to eliminate Bad Habits. I join with families to undermine Conflicts and strengthen parent/child relationships. I work with adults toward healing from the effects of Trauma, and the influences of Physical or Mental Illness.
Crystal Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified
Verified
ALERT: I am not accepting any new clients at this time! Do you feel like your anxiety or depression takes over at the worst possible moments? Are you finding it difficult to feel growth in managing trauma responses? Are you seeking a safe and brave space for therapy that utilizes somatic movements and exploration of intersectional identity affiliations and alliances?
Maria Harr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have been a licensed professional counselor for over 12 years. I strive to have a caring ear, an understanding heart and to be respectful to each person's cultural background and experience. I seek to empower individuals to: Reach their personal goals and gain insight, Heal and resolve past traumas and current stressors, Improve the quality of their life.
Project Family LLC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Project Family, LLC is a community healthcare organization serving children, adolescents, and adults with mental health needs and substance abuse concerns. Our agency includes psychiatrists, psychologists, Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs) who collaborate to provide integrative care. As a Community Provider we are approved by the state of Georgia to offer outpatient behavioral health services including Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Behavioral Health Assessments, Treatment Planning, Psychiatric Services and many others.
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Abundant Life Christian Counseling
Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We live in a hurting world and life is often complicated and painful. Thankfully we do not have to face our problems alone. I have 16 years of experience of walking with clients through painful situations. Drawing on my clinical skills and my faith in Christ, I help clients deal with issues of anxiety, depression, past trauma, and many other areas affecting their mental health.
Awareness To Wellness Counseling, Melinda Hawley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Please note: Wait list currently full. My counseling approach is informed by deep respect for individuals and their strengths. I can help you to effectively face challenges that arise during transitions and periods of high stress. We collaborate to help you move forward on your path to growth and change. Clients find relief from anxiety, obsessive thinking, compulsive behavior, interpersonal stress, career concerns and "feeling stuck." Specialties include trauma, PTSD and C-PTSD, stress, couple/partner interaction and communication, family-of-origin issues (including substance abuse-related), and attachment styles.
Athens Family Counseling
LCSW
Verified
Verified
We specialize in treating anxiety, addiction, depression, adjustments, OCD, and post traumatic stress disorder. Our practice areas fall into the following categories: Generalist Practice, Children and Adolescents, Young Adults, Marriage and Family Therapy, Forensics, and PTSD/Veteran's Care. We are now offering psychiatric services via telehealth. The models of psychotherapy we use most often include ACT, CBT, CPT, EFT, EMDR, Gottman Therapy, Person Centered Counseling, Play Therapy, TF-CBT. We also offer diagnostic evaluations. Visit our website to learn more: www.gafamilycounseling.com.
Kendria Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Kendria Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 9 years of experience in the mental health field. During her tenure in mental health, Kendria has worked with a wide range of clients in various local and state agencies; including foster care, community mental health, and outpatient settings.
Jason W Byram
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Please email me for fastest response. I enjoy helping Clients recognize their problems, gain insight into how their problems developed, and outfit them with tools to cope with and overcome those issues. What do you want out of life? What is preventing you from getting where you want to be? I am glad to listen, I am glad to talk, I am glad to meet you where you are in this journey of life. Change, improvement, peace of mind and genuine happiness are all attainable. Where would you like to begin? How can I help? Please email me on this page for a prompt response.
Kitrina Bush
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
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.
Angela Muffley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have served Athens and surrounding communities since 2007. Through training and experience, my specialities include trauma, family relationships & conflicts, couples counseling, LGBTQ+, polyamorous relationships, anxiety, self esteem, and life transitions. If you are struggling in making decisions, have decision fatigue, or stress in your daily life, I offer a nurturing and judgment free zone. Making a decision to begin mental health care is an important decision and my hope is you will put yourself first and practice self care to ensure your needs are met.
Tracey K Wyatt
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults and helping clients learn how to apply coping skills in day to day life, recognize how past events impact their present emotions, and improve their ability to have successful relationships. Whether this is adjusting to new roles in life, coping with overwhelming anxiety or enduring the stifling impact of traumatic experiences, there is all the aptitude needed to deal with these problems within the client. I can assist the client in developing and strengthening the skills needed to effectively manage their lives.
Not accepting new clients
Karen Ruth Larson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
Verified
We journey, encountering the need for love, belonging, purpose. We meet the challenges of transition and transformation. As therapist I am committed to enrich each client's ability to think creatively, responsibly about his or her own life, and to support the client's vision for change. My goal: to assist the process of self-awareness and clarity; to rename and reconfigure what is significant; and to facilitate the process of creating new solutions of meaning. I perceive life as improvisatory art, more than a linear goal, and I seek to facilitate the client's integration of diverse emotions and experiences into a radiant whole.
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Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.