Attachment-based Therapists in Atlanta, GA
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Elizabeth A. Mellin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a psychodynamic,
attachment-based
counselor meaning that our sessions will mostly be unstructured and conversational.
I specialize in affirming therapy for members of the queer community. In our cis-, hetero-, and mono- centric culture, many of us are shamed for who we love, how we structure our relationships, and our sexual expression and interests, including from "LGBTQ+ friendly" therapists who often interrogate & judge our identities. We deserve better. We deserve therapy that affirms instead of shames us. Frequent topics of conversation among people I work with include shame, trauma, secrets, identity, self-worth, CNM, kink/BDSM, contemplating/recovering from breakup/divorce, family estrangement, self-sabotage, boundaries, attachment, & grief.
Simone Sobel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals on both a short-term and long-term basis, and draw from a variety of theories and approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, existential and
attachment-based
therapies.
I specialize in working with adults who have trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and relationship issues. Often when we experience difficult life events, we hold our upsetting memories vividly in our thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and even in our bodies. We revisit the painful past again and again, stuck in negativity and unable to simply talk our way out of the distress. I help my clients to access and process, at a deeper level, these experiences, using effective, evidence-based modalities that work. We clear out the painful past to make room for the joyful, fulfilled, self-actualized life they yearn for and deserve.
Kalyn Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I use relational,
attachment-based
, and trauma informed therapies to help you get more connected with yourself, uncover the sources of your pain and patterns, and move towards your goals.
My mission as your therapist is to help you gain deep insight and cultivate practical tools needed to forge the fulfilling life you desire and deserve. I help young adult, college students and professional women who are facing difficult life transitions, relationship stress, family issues, past trauma, and identity concerns to heal and thrive through vulnerability, connection, and self-compassion. I am passionate about supporting ambitious women of color to overcome feelings of “stuckness” from past wounds while they cultivate the professional and personal life of their dreams.
Brooke Richards Boerner
Counselor, APC, MA, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you struggling to make sense of how painful past experiences may be impacting your present day life? Do your relationships feel challenging as opposed to joyful, connected, and life-giving? It is my passion to work with others as they process past experiences, relational patterns, and pursue holistic healing in all areas of their lives. Whatever challenges, grief, or suffering you’re facing, you are invited to come exactly as you are.
Michael Ramsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello! I'm Alec Ramsey, a licensed marriage and family therapist with seven years of clinical experience. I specialize in treating addiction, ADHD, trauma and PTSD, mood disorders, and grief. I use a blend of EMDR,
Attachment-based
, Dialectical (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) modalities. When working with couples, I use the emotionally focused therapy framework to help partners communicate deeper and more effectively. My goal is to support you in overcoming what may feel unmanageable, unpredictable, and uncontrollable.
Megan Kuder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, NCC
Verified
Verified
I primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioral and
Attachment-based
framework, along with EMDR for more intensive trauma work.
As a wife and mother of two, it is a true privilege to do the sacred work of therapy with each client I get to meet in my practice. I specialize in helping women navigate issues related to anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, pregnancy/postpartum and grief so that they can attain a greater sense of peace, hope and courage to live their life well. I see pre-marital and married couples who are in need of help navigating complexities of relationship through building healthy communication & conflict resolution skills while exploring and facilitating healing in root areas of pain in a warm and directive environment.
Waitlist for new clients
Eliza Segell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I utilize evidence-based therapies, including trauma-focused,
attachment-based
, mindfulness, and emotionally-focused approaches.
Your problems may be specific - a challenging relationship, upsetting memories, or problem behaviors. Or your struggles may be less tangible - feeling lost, distracted, or stuck. In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy for a range of concerns. I specialize in treating trauma-related issues, sexual dysfunctions, depression & anxiety, trust issues, and problem behaviors. I also provide gender & sexual identity affirming care. I deeply enjoy helping individuals feel a greater sense of self-efficacy, confidence, and clarity in their lives.
Not accepting new clients
Shana Wright Wood
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP, MPA
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Using a holistic and somatic
Attachment-based
approach, I help people who are feeling anxious and overwhelmed experience relief. Are you so worried about how you’re living your life that you’re not living it? Motivated to be your true self, but are not sure who that is or how to get there? I work with sensitive systems that are seeking balance, relational healing, and a sense of identity. Together, we can slow down to begin moving through the anxiety and start placing yourself within your own story. Therapy with me is a gentle and collaborative process that nurtures unseen parts in order to release your creative energy.
Oshetha L Shakoor-Rivera
Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
Are you ready to integrate loving kindness and compassion into the relationship you have with yourself and others? This may seem an impossible healing for those who have endured relational betrayal, death, loss, hurt or trauma. However, shifting focus towards meaning, resilience, and possibility can liberate you from your past and present suffering. What does this mean for you and your loved ones? It means here is an invitation to sit with a non-judgmental human being while you recover, connect, and heal in new ways. It means you may shed old roles, affirm new strengths, and learn others with vulnerability and without guard.
Barrett Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Hi! I'm glad you found your way here. Reaching out can be terribly difficult. Often filled with anxiety, fear, and self-doubt. I've been there. Along the way, I've experienced how essential it is to talk with someone eager to listen deeply, respond compassionately, and support journeys of healing in creative and thoughtful ways. Whether you're facing a point of challenge, a period of crisis, or a chronic issue, I welcome the opportunity to bring my experience and training alongside your experience, values, and goals. Together, we can make something decent of this strange, messy, and perhaps even beautiful world.
Robine Padberg Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
You are feeling disconnected from yourself and your loved ones, are struggling to juggle the different aspects of your life and are having a hard time coping with past experiences or present challenges. You seem to have trouble recognizing who you are today, feel like your emotions are overwhelming and are missing a sense of peace. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to find the competence and confidence in your decision making and regain control and harmony. Most of all, you’re ready to find joy in the day-to-day again. You’re ready for a new “normal”, and I can help you get there.
Natalie Casey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdM
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Welcome! I am a graduate of Boston University where I received my M.Ed. in Counseling Psychology. I'm a laid back therapist and provide a safe environment for my clients that is empathic, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive. I strive to help my clients reach their goals and aid them in many ways including self-exploration, recovery, stabilization, and growth. I am trained extensively in Brainspotting which is a neurobiological modality allowing clients to identify, process, and release sources of trauma related to symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, obsessive thoughts, dissociation, and a variety of other symptoms.
Dana M Lindsay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with clients desiring help with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and trauma issues. I also offer counseling for goals/values clarification, later career/empty nest planning, codependency, relationship stress, and couples and premarital counseling. I believe in helping clients assess and appreciate their strengths in order for them to move forward toward achieving their goals. It is important to create a safe, non-judgmental environment in which clients may explore, share, and rebuild their own life stories.
Ashlyn Burns
Associate Professional Counselor, LAPC
Verified
Verified
Welcome! The choice to begin counseling is worthwhile but can often feel overwhelming. My desire is to provide a safe and unpressured environment for you to discuss your goals for therapy and how I can help you reach those goals. The majority of my training and experience is in treating past and present traumatic experiences. I utilize EMDR, the Safe and Sound Protocol, and Polyvagal based interventions to partner with clients to live a joyful, calm, focused and intentional life regardless of previous experiences.
Melissa Anne Jones
LMSW, ACHP-SW
Verified
Verified
Feel like you can’t catch a break - or even a breath - between work or school, family and friends, responsibilities and the constant over stimulation of society? Does your head even feel connected to your body anymore? Would you recognize yourself in a crowd of people, or have you lost sight of who you are? Life can feel overwhelming & complicated but successfully combating challenges doesn't have to be. Do you want your life, relationships & challenges to be simplified? I begin therapy with the destination in mind & desire to help you learn tools that help you now as well as down the road!
Sarah G Collins
Counselor, MS, MDiv, LPC, NCC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
The relationship with the self supports all other relationships in our lives. From this understanding, my work with clients centers around exploring and strengthening the foundational relationship with the self, to include: identity formation and development, building healthy relationships with others from a place of self-worth, life stage transitions, spiritual concerns, and grief and loss. I seek to support my clients in bringing their lives into greater alignment with their personal values, so that they may feel more at home within themselves and more empowered to express themselves authentically.
Heather Willard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed professional counselor with nine years of experience. I am well versed in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. I have specialized training in Bipolar Disorder, Mood Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Child Abuse or Neglect, and Spirituality. My communication style includes empathy and openness. I encourage excellent communication skills and will teach you to achieve them. With excellent communication comes outstanding achievements and empowerment towards your mental health.
Purvita A Patel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in several clinical areas, including assessment and treatment of concerns related to child maltreatment, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), attachment-related concerns, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and anxiety-related concerns. As a therapist, I tailor my approach to the specific needs of the individuals and families with whom I have the pleasure of working. I also provide assessments for developmental concerns, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and concerns related to learning and academic performance.
Reflections Psychotherapy ATL LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCH, MA, RYT200
Verified
Verified
Are you ready to journey within in order to create real & lasting change in your life? My purpose as your therapist is to help you better understand yourself in order to make the changes you desire in your life. We all have dreams, goals, desires, ideas & ambitions but sometimes getting ourselves across that finish line is challenging. These challenges can exist for a variety of reasons such as trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship conflicts, family dynamics, career dissatisfaction & many more. If you're ready and open to do the deeper mind-body-spirit work, then let's connect!
Esther Cassady
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
You’ve gone to therapy before. You've read every self help book out there. It helped, a bit. You learned a few things but it wasn’t everything you wanted. Your life kinda stayed the same, plodding along the same path. Some details may have changed, the scenery might be a little different, but your life still has the same feel of something missing.
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What type of Atlanta mental health professional is right for me?
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If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
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When looking to find a therapist, it is certainly important to consider training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
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