Family Therapy in Athens, GA
We can find ourselves depressed and anxious, feeling confused and unheard, misunderstood and unsupported, perhaps in regard to our family, our peer groups, our work, our intimate relationships: It is in times such as these, I can, with empathy and compassion, provide you solid professional help and guidance, and so much more.
When you find yourself desiring change in yourself and your approach to life, therapy can help. I offer a compassionate, understanding, yet 'no-nonsense' approach to therapy, for a productive experience. I also work extensively with couples either with traditional sessions or Couples Intensive Weekends. Come learn to live life looking it straight in the eye.
We can find ourselves depressed and anxious, feeling confused and unheard, misunderstood and unsupported, perhaps in regard to our family, our peer groups, our work, our intimate relationships: It is in times such as these, I can, with empathy and compassion, provide you solid professional help and guidance, and so much more.
When you find yourself desiring change in yourself and your approach to life, therapy can help. I offer a compassionate, understanding, yet 'no-nonsense' approach to therapy, for a productive experience. I also work extensively with couples either with traditional sessions or Couples Intensive Weekends. Come learn to live life looking it straight in the eye.
Healing begins with courage and you’ve already shown it. Reaching out for support is a powerful act of self-awareness. I believe therapy should honor that bravery by celebrating your strengths, exploring areas for growth, and equipping you with tools to thrive. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC II), I offer inclusive, culturally responsive therapy to a diverse population. I serve clients across Georgia, Alabama, Virginia, Texas, Wisconsin, and Louisiana.
Healing begins with courage and you’ve already shown it. Reaching out for support is a powerful act of self-awareness. I believe therapy should honor that bravery by celebrating your strengths, exploring areas for growth, and equipping you with tools to thrive. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC II), I offer inclusive, culturally responsive therapy to a diverse population. I serve clients across Georgia, Alabama, Virginia, Texas, Wisconsin, and Louisiana.
I (Raessha Stanley, LCSW, LISW CP) earned my Master's Degree in Social Work at Savannah State University in 2009 and embarked on my career as a professional social worker. I have 10+ years of experience working in the mental and behavioral health field. I have worked as a therapist, school social worker, medical social worker, hospice social worker, and community support interventionist. I provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. My mission as a clinical social worker is to assist individuals in empowering themselves to improve their outlook on life through mindful manifestation.
I (Raessha Stanley, LCSW, LISW CP) earned my Master's Degree in Social Work at Savannah State University in 2009 and embarked on my career as a professional social worker. I have 10+ years of experience working in the mental and behavioral health field. I have worked as a therapist, school social worker, medical social worker, hospice social worker, and community support interventionist. I provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. My mission as a clinical social worker is to assist individuals in empowering themselves to improve their outlook on life through mindful manifestation.
I work with individuals and families navigating transitional periods and desiring support with emotions and social adjustments.
I intend on assisting clients and their families by addressing presenting problems, identifying symptoms and triggers that may amplify these problems, and collaborate to create a plan to solve or navigate challenges through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
I work with individuals and families navigating transitional periods and desiring support with emotions and social adjustments.
I intend on assisting clients and their families by addressing presenting problems, identifying symptoms and triggers that may amplify these problems, and collaborate to create a plan to solve or navigate challenges through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
My office is a private practice working to strengthen individuals and families in times of transition, trauma, and crisis, assuring the highest quality of service to help reach your next level.
I integrate wellness, cognitive behavior therapy, and multisystemic therapies, in addition to other modalities to assist in the process of hurting and healing. I work with individuals, couples, and families ranging in age from children to adults.
My office is a private practice working to strengthen individuals and families in times of transition, trauma, and crisis, assuring the highest quality of service to help reach your next level.
I integrate wellness, cognitive behavior therapy, and multisystemic therapies, in addition to other modalities to assist in the process of hurting and healing. I work with individuals, couples, and families ranging in age from children to adults.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting children, teens, young adults, and families in schools and community settings.
Sometimes life presents challenges that feel heavier or more overwhelming than anticipated, whether you're starting college, adjusting to a new relationship, moving through a breakup or loss, or wondering how to juggle academics, a social life, and daily responsibilities. Perhaps you’re a teen feeling pressure to succeed while quietly struggling to hold it together, or a parent worried about your child. My clients are caring, bright people who are ready to grow but need a safe, objective place to sort through it all. I especially enjoy supporting those new to therapy, knowing they want help but feel uncertain about where to begin.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting children, teens, young adults, and families in schools and community settings.
Sometimes life presents challenges that feel heavier or more overwhelming than anticipated, whether you're starting college, adjusting to a new relationship, moving through a breakup or loss, or wondering how to juggle academics, a social life, and daily responsibilities. Perhaps you’re a teen feeling pressure to succeed while quietly struggling to hold it together, or a parent worried about your child. My clients are caring, bright people who are ready to grow but need a safe, objective place to sort through it all. I especially enjoy supporting those new to therapy, knowing they want help but feel uncertain about where to begin.
Project Family, LLC is a community healthcare organization serving children, adolescents, and adults with mental health needs and substance abuse concerns.
Project Family’s Medicaid and CMO services (Amerigroup, WellCare, Peach State, CareSource) are delivered in a variety of settings: in-clinic, in-home, in-school, and community-based to best match individual needs. We also accept many commercial insurances (BCBS, Cigna, United, Aetna), and provide therapeutic services in a serene office setting.
Project Family, LLC is a community healthcare organization serving children, adolescents, and adults with mental health needs and substance abuse concerns.
Project Family’s Medicaid and CMO services (Amerigroup, WellCare, Peach State, CareSource) are delivered in a variety of settings: in-clinic, in-home, in-school, and community-based to best match individual needs. We also accept many commercial insurances (BCBS, Cigna, United, Aetna), and provide therapeutic services in a serene office setting.
As a therapist, I have had the opportunity to provide support and encouragement to people as they face life challenges, and I have assisted them in their journeys toward growth and wellness. My approach is warm, compassionate, and genuine, and my focus is holistic, allowing all aspects of your wellness to be addressed. It is important to me to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment so you feel comfortable while working through your areas of concern. Through counseling and education, my passion is to empower you to be the best version of yourself.
As a therapist, I have had the opportunity to provide support and encouragement to people as they face life challenges, and I have assisted them in their journeys toward growth and wellness. My approach is warm, compassionate, and genuine, and my focus is holistic, allowing all aspects of your wellness to be addressed. It is important to me to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment so you feel comfortable while working through your areas of concern. Through counseling and education, my passion is to empower you to be the best version of yourself.
We serve people providing counseling for individuals, couples, families and groups in our offices.
Accepting new clients. Are you feeling out of balance, disconnected, or finding it hard to experience joy? You don’t have to navigate this alone. Our group of skilled, compassionate therapists brings deep training and experience to support concerns like anxiety, relationship stress, depression, loneliness, ADHD, trauma, and grief. We help adults build emotional well-being and healthier relationships through individual, couples, and group therapy. Our holistic, client-centered approach honors the whole person. We offer telehealth across Georgia and in-person sessions at three locations.
We serve people providing counseling for individuals, couples, families and groups in our offices.
Accepting new clients. Are you feeling out of balance, disconnected, or finding it hard to experience joy? You don’t have to navigate this alone. Our group of skilled, compassionate therapists brings deep training and experience to support concerns like anxiety, relationship stress, depression, loneliness, ADHD, trauma, and grief. We help adults build emotional well-being and healthier relationships through individual, couples, and group therapy. Our holistic, client-centered approach honors the whole person. We offer telehealth across Georgia and in-person sessions at three locations.
Life can be hard. Trying to navigate bumpy roads and life transitions can be overwhelming and difficult to understand and accept. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore a wide range of issues that may be troubling you. Allow me to walk alongside you as you discover coping tools that work for you and learn how to manage the challenges of life. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and I have helped people of different ages and backgrounds.
Life can be hard. Trying to navigate bumpy roads and life transitions can be overwhelming and difficult to understand and accept. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore a wide range of issues that may be troubling you. Allow me to walk alongside you as you discover coping tools that work for you and learn how to manage the challenges of life. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and I have helped people of different ages and backgrounds.
Alex works as an individual therapist helping heal women, ages 18+, from their struggles with anxiety and depression. Her lighthearted, warm approach to therapy encourages openness, vulnerability and thus healing. Alex loves to help clients grow by staying true to their authentic selves through self-awareness & self-compassion. She believes that being genuine to one’s true self helps us reach a greater sense of self-worth and fulfillment in our lives. You can expect her sessions to feel comfortable and relaxed, because she finds it important to model genuineness and authenticity to her clients.
Alex works as an individual therapist helping heal women, ages 18+, from their struggles with anxiety and depression. Her lighthearted, warm approach to therapy encourages openness, vulnerability and thus healing. Alex loves to help clients grow by staying true to their authentic selves through self-awareness & self-compassion. She believes that being genuine to one’s true self helps us reach a greater sense of self-worth and fulfillment in our lives. You can expect her sessions to feel comfortable and relaxed, because she finds it important to model genuineness and authenticity to her clients.
Balanced Behavioral Counseling Services, LLC
Master Social Worker, LMSW, MAC, CAMSII, E-CADC
Athens, GA 30605
I provide individual/couple/ family and group counseling around those areas.
Many people today face complex problems related to employment, money, tragedy, mental and physical health, relationships, habits and addictions. The inability to cope with these added pressure and stresses of life sometimes interferes with our desire to be happy and live a satisfying life. While some may be able to make the needed adjustments on their own, others may need professional guidance to get their life back on track.
I provide individual/couple/ family and group counseling around those areas.
Many people today face complex problems related to employment, money, tragedy, mental and physical health, relationships, habits and addictions. The inability to cope with these added pressure and stresses of life sometimes interferes with our desire to be happy and live a satisfying life. While some may be able to make the needed adjustments on their own, others may need professional guidance to get their life back on track.
I enjoy supporting people at all stages of life, from starting college to starting a family, to retiring.
My areas of specialty include maternal mental health: assisting those in various life transitions like starting college, divorce, grief and loss; parenting throughout the lifespan; assisting caregivers with stress; and assisting individuals suffering from stress, anxiety, ADHD & depression. I work using a supportive and compassionate approach.
I enjoy supporting people at all stages of life, from starting college to starting a family, to retiring.
My areas of specialty include maternal mental health: assisting those in various life transitions like starting college, divorce, grief and loss; parenting throughout the lifespan; assisting caregivers with stress; and assisting individuals suffering from stress, anxiety, ADHD & depression. I work using a supportive and compassionate approach.
EFT focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families move out of negative interaction cycles and into more secure emotional connections with self and others.
Do you feel emotionally disconnected, unseen, or stuck in the same painful arguments with your partner? Maybe you've tried to communicate differently, but you still end up stuck, feeling alone and disconnected. If so, you're not alone, and I'm so glad you found my page! I'm passionate about helping couples step out of reactive cycles and move toward a more secure bond. I'm here to help you and your partner feel seen, valued, and emotionally connected and to learn new ways of relating to one another.
EFT focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families move out of negative interaction cycles and into more secure emotional connections with self and others.
Do you feel emotionally disconnected, unseen, or stuck in the same painful arguments with your partner? Maybe you've tried to communicate differently, but you still end up stuck, feeling alone and disconnected. If so, you're not alone, and I'm so glad you found my page! I'm passionate about helping couples step out of reactive cycles and move toward a more secure bond. I'm here to help you and your partner feel seen, valued, and emotionally connected and to learn new ways of relating to one another.
Hello, I am Dr. Kate Finley, and I'm glad you've found me! Wondering if you or your child might have autism, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, a learning disability, or ongoing symptoms of concussion? Whether you’re navigating school or work difficulties, experiencing emotional ups and downs, or seeking a diagnosis, I am here to help guide your next crucial steps. My evaluations combine scientific precision with honest compassion, helping you move from uncertainty to understanding.
Hello, I am Dr. Kate Finley, and I'm glad you've found me! Wondering if you or your child might have autism, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, a learning disability, or ongoing symptoms of concussion? Whether you’re navigating school or work difficulties, experiencing emotional ups and downs, or seeking a diagnosis, I am here to help guide your next crucial steps. My evaluations combine scientific precision with honest compassion, helping you move from uncertainty to understanding.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Counselor with 30+ years experience in the field (25+ in private practice).
The people who call me for help are real people just like you. You exhaust yourself trying to cope with the stresses and strains of real life. You often feel overburdened, stressed out, and maybe even trapped. You try to stay positive about things, but your resources [emotional and financial] are likely stretched to the breaking point. Your relationships are struggling. It seems that the harder you try to make things work, the worse they seem to get. There's not enough time to do what needs done. Every moment you spend in therapy has to count.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Counselor with 30+ years experience in the field (25+ in private practice).
The people who call me for help are real people just like you. You exhaust yourself trying to cope with the stresses and strains of real life. You often feel overburdened, stressed out, and maybe even trapped. You try to stay positive about things, but your resources [emotional and financial] are likely stretched to the breaking point. Your relationships are struggling. It seems that the harder you try to make things work, the worse they seem to get. There's not enough time to do what needs done. Every moment you spend in therapy has to count.
I integrate family systems work, parent coaching, and group therapy, recognizing that the relationships around us play a crucial role in our well-being.
I specialize in working with young adults—in college or starting careers—as well as addressing familial conflicts, relationship challenges, & parenting concerns My approach centers on helping you understand that while we can't always change our emotions, we can shift how we experience them by re-evaluating the stories and beliefs that shape them.
I integrate family systems work, parent coaching, and group therapy, recognizing that the relationships around us play a crucial role in our well-being.
I specialize in working with young adults—in college or starting careers—as well as addressing familial conflicts, relationship challenges, & parenting concerns My approach centers on helping you understand that while we can't always change our emotions, we can shift how we experience them by re-evaluating the stories and beliefs that shape them.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and aging clients in individual, couples, family, and group therapy to address concerns about the self and relationships.
I completed my Master's degree in Social Work at The University of Georgia and obtained my T-5 Teaching Certificate in Georgia, which is the equivalent of a master's level teaching degree, from Piedmont University. I began my professional career working with adults in protective services and children in foster care, and I understand their emotional needs.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and aging clients in individual, couples, family, and group therapy to address concerns about the self and relationships.
I completed my Master's degree in Social Work at The University of Georgia and obtained my T-5 Teaching Certificate in Georgia, which is the equivalent of a master's level teaching degree, from Piedmont University. I began my professional career working with adults in protective services and children in foster care, and I understand their emotional needs.
Many of those I work with come to me feeling stuck, uncertain or overwhelmed, struggling to understand loved ones and feeling disconnected. As we work together, you can expect to see meaningful changes. You’ll feel more comfortable in yourself and your relationships. Our work will promote healing, trust and security.
If you’re facing challenges in relationships or trauma-related issues, I’m here to support you. Our work will focus on fostering emotional growth and healthy relationships. My approach is rooted in empathy, autonomy and the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing.
Many of those I work with come to me feeling stuck, uncertain or overwhelmed, struggling to understand loved ones and feeling disconnected. As we work together, you can expect to see meaningful changes. You’ll feel more comfortable in yourself and your relationships. Our work will promote healing, trust and security.
If you’re facing challenges in relationships or trauma-related issues, I’m here to support you. Our work will focus on fostering emotional growth and healthy relationships. My approach is rooted in empathy, autonomy and the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing.
I have practiced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rogerian Therapy, and trauma-informed care with youth, adults, and families to manage anxiety, depression, and conflict, to understand themselves better, and to work toward peace of mind.
Do you feel overwhelmed by life’s demands—perhaps you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, feeling stuck, unsure of how to move forward, or struggling with a sense of self. Are you working with relationship difficulties, work-life balance, or simply not feeling like you’re fulfilling your full potential? Many of us feel like we’re just going through the motions, without ever feeling "at peace" or "present."
I have practiced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rogerian Therapy, and trauma-informed care with youth, adults, and families to manage anxiety, depression, and conflict, to understand themselves better, and to work toward peace of mind.
Do you feel overwhelmed by life’s demands—perhaps you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, feeling stuck, unsure of how to move forward, or struggling with a sense of self. Are you working with relationship difficulties, work-life balance, or simply not feeling like you’re fulfilling your full potential? Many of us feel like we’re just going through the motions, without ever feeling "at peace" or "present."
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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.