Substance Use Therapists in Athens, GA

I provide psychotherapy in the Athens area, specializing in treating symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and substance use . I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ community and with clients on the spectrum. Clients range from adolescent to adult.

Thank you for reading my profile. I'm glad you are here! The most important part of counseling is the relationship, and I strive to be honest and supportive while challenging my clients to grow. In my experience, people come to counseling because they are in emotional pain, feel stuck, or want help achieving their dreams and goals. We all face painful changes and transitions in life, such as relationship issues, substance use , self-worth, stress, identity issues, lack of connection or meaning, traumas, and grief. It is natural for these changes to bring up issues from the past, and counseling can help you cope in the present moment.

Gary received his Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University in 2016. Gary is fortunate to have a wide variety of clinical experiences. Men and adolescent males are a specialized focus of Gary’s counseling work, however; Gary has experience with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and belief systems. He has worked with adults who have Severe and Persistent Mental Illnesses such as Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar I, and co-occurring substance use disorders.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Master Addictions Counselor, I am passionate and dedicated to helping individuals, families and communities that are struggling to recover from alcohol and other drugs. I also work diligently to assist individuals and families with addressing related issues in social, emotional, occupational, and mental health functioning. I will work with you to move forward in life and achieve your goal of being free of active addiction regardless of the past factors that have negatively impacted your life.

My name is Will Warren and I am passionate about helping people create change. I am a nationally board-certified counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10+ years of experience working in the areas of mental health, substance use , and relationship counseling. I would best describe my work as a “change coach," seeking to partner with individuals, couples, and families to unearth their own reasons and desires for change and develop a plan to create the best possible future. Throughout our time together, I strongly incorporate a spirit of partnership, acceptance, compassion, and empowerment.

I offer shame-free trauma and addiction treatment in Athens, GA. Nearly 75% of individuals struggling with substance misuse have a history of trauma. The risk of developing a substance use disorder is directly linked to a person's exposure to adversities such as childhood abuse, toxic stress, and dysfunctional relationships. I'm proud to specialize in helping those seeking recovery find the deep healing required for success. In the face of an invisible epidemic, trauma and substance misuse, you need an ally who sees you, knows your worth, and can help you move towards the life you deserve.

Welcome! We are a collaborative of mental health practitioners who specialize in working with the interconnected impact of Trauma in a person’s life, and supporting them to heal. Most of our clients are navigating symptoms of PTSD/C-PTSD (including military sexual trauma, moral injury, combat and Veteran trauma), depression, anxiety, gender, sexuality, substance use , or the Schizophrenia spectrum. We also work with perinatal mental health, including the complexities and trauma that can occur for individuals/families navigating pregnancy and fertility. We work with a wide range of mental health crises, mood, and behavioral symptoms.

Are you an individual, couple or family member impacted by substance use , alcohol use, or relationships that feel out of balance. Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress or trauma? Would you like a safe space to talk and renew your hope? Together we can clarify your values, explore new directions and discover the tools and strategies that will support the change you desire. As a counselor, I am warm, open, encouraging and direct. I combine experience, education, curiosity and a sense of humor to a down-to-earth approach to counseling.

Abundant Life Christian Counseling Inc. is all about meeting people where they are and helping them get to where they deserve to be. All counselors combine evidence-based interventions with scriptural truths that will best help you. ALCC is passionate about delivering trauma-informed Christ-Centered counseling services. Disponible a la comunidad Latina

Are you or a loved one: Dealing with issues of coming out or gender transition? A couple looking to adopt or blend a family? The parent of a child dealing with their sexuality? Coping with grief or trauma? Coping with past or present abuse? Affected by substance use ? I can help. For over 15 years, I have worked with individuals, couples and families seeking answers to questions like these. Your concerns are important. You deserve a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who understands them from day one.

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.

How long have you suffered with feelings of sadness, anger, indifference, guilt, or fear? Perhaps you are struggling with transitioning back to balancing work, school, family, and social responsibilities outside of the home. Do you find yourself or others frustrated with problems related to your use of alcohol or drugs? Maybe you feel more and more fed up with relationships, stressful situations, or just about anything at all! For many of us, the Covid-19 Pandemic has magnified feelings of stress, loneliness, and hopelessness. If you were already feeling overwhelmed; fighting to keep going each day, how much more can you handle?

Hi, I'm Bridgette, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia with over six years of experience. I have worked with clients with various concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, trauma, emotional abuse, career challenges, blended families, and military adjustments. I am able to relate to my clients as I have been married as a veteran's spouse for five years, and we share a blended family of 4 children. My experience as a teacher has also attuned me to child development stages and let me to want to help families with their communication, intimacy, and children.

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.

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.

New Availability for individual therapy! Brianna Sterling, LCSW is a trauma-informed, holistic therapist who empathetically utilizes a variety of approaches to address your individual, unique needs. She desires to be a partner in your treatment. While honoring the mind, body, and/or spiritual connections of your unique self, together we'll transform your experiences into opportunities of deep, long-lasting healing. She is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Brainspotting (BSP). Brianna is also Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed.

The Banyan Tree Center is an integrative counseling & wellness facility committed to a holistic approach to overall wellness. We provide professional, integrative and comprehensive services tailored to the individual needs of each person and family we serve. Our work is grounded in the most effective treatment approaches available, promoting lasting change and personal transformation. We believe that focusing on the whole person is the most effective way to produce lasting change. Therefore, we strive to provide a comprehensive selection of professional services in one convenient location.

I work with eating disorders like bulimia, anorexia, binge-eating disorder and offer a warm and supportive way of understanding recovery. Therapy is a process and I am here to help in identifying triggers, managing the symptoms and overcoming difficulties. Together, we can think about you and help you understand your feelings, navigate through and overcome your symptoms, guiding you to living a more satisfying life.

Finding the right therapist is a way to practice self advocacy! I value you considering me to meet your needs! I focus on LGBTQIA2S+ populations and those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, cultural traumas, grief, and/or substance (mis)use. I use various therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, feminist approaches, and narrative therapies. I value authenticity, autonomy, and vulnerability. I have been in clinical practice since 2020. I believe most humans need counseling, because setting aside time for ourselves in our culture is vital to our bodily and emotional wellness.