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Curlisha Creighton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Emotions are an important part of our well-being, and wholeness includes the mind and body. You need balance with both to live a happy and healthy life. Unfortunately, many areas of society try to negate the role our feelings have in affecting our day-to-day life. I have over a decade of experience working with clients who have witnessed or experienced trauma at some point in their lives. These experiences can change and shape you into the person you are today. Additionally, these experiences can cause anxiety, depression, and identity issues.

Elana Dunn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CPCS
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
I want you to move from just surviving to a point in which you are thriving. You just took a HUGE step, so thank you for being here right now. I am devoted to helping you feel and function better. Just getting through the day may feel challenging right now. It's just too much to sort through or overcome on your own. You may not know where to start - It's a lot...whew. You might feel misunderstood by friends and family; that's what I'm here for. I do the 'work' of helping you even outside of our sessions, to help you get better FASTER.

Watson Behavioral Health Inc.
LPC.005753
Verified
Verified
Your new journey starts at Watson Behavioral Health where you will get a combination of therapeutic interventions that are tactical and beneficial to many of life's stresses. We are suited and skilled in various areas of child and adolescent behavioral issues, mental health, family conflict, marriage issues, etc. We look forward to hearing from you.

Perimeter Therapy Associates, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Perimeter Therapy Associates provides psychological services for children, adolescents, adults, older adults, couples, and families experiencing life transitions, relationship difficulties, depression, post partum depression, anxiety, grief, parenting concerns and other mental health issues. Our approach to therapy is tailored to the unique needs of each client, facilitating positive change in a warm and caring environment. We assist clients in making fundamental changes in the way they think and act thereby improving their ability to solve problems, cope and communicate effectively. We also provide supervision for LAPC's working toward LPC licensure.

First State Behavioral Health, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS, MEd
Verified
Verified
We know that initiating counseling services for your child or yourself can be very challenging. However, please know that you are making a positive step towards a healthy change in your life. During the counseling process, together we will identify your strengths and use those strengths to help propel you in making the necessary changes you would like to make in your life. If you want to obtain support in dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, abuse, anger management, trauma, parenting assistance, divorce or substance abuse, I am here to help you navigate this process.

Kierra White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified
Verified
Kierra offers evidence based treatment by employing various approaches including solution focused and strength-based modalities that is tailored towards strengthening and empowering those seeking help. Kierra actively participates in treatment planning, and client empowerment. It is her privilege to create a space where you can grow, thrive and heal.

Barbara Sachs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
I believe each of us has the ability to feel joy, to be the best we can - to accept life's twists and turns with grace and serenity. Pain, emotional and physical, can rob you of your happiness. Through our work together in the therapeutic relationship, you can heal and regain control of your life. Whether it is making difficult decisions, dealing with anxiety and depression or working through family issues, let's work together to find your solutions. Call me and lets talk.

SW Counseling & Consulting LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Do you ever feel stressed out, tired, fatigued, and overwhelmed! These feelings can make it hard to get out of bed and start your day. You find yourself in a relentless cycle of anxiety and depression. There is hope and things can improve. At SW counseling and consulting, we focus on your strengths to help you solve negative issues in life. We find solutions now for a better tomorrow!

Denitra L. Gaines
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Greetings, I'm Denitra Gaines LPC, NCC. I feel very fortunate to support individuals as they work through life's challenges. I am a fully licensed professional counselor. I provide a safe judgment free zone to explore and process your thoughts and feelings you may not share with anyone else. I encourage gentle confrontation, validation, and support to increase ones self-efficacy and self awareness. I also partner with couples and families to provide therapy and teach effective interpersonal skills training to help improve your relationships.
Waitlist for new clients

Jennifer A Riapos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Jennifer earned her Master's degree in Social Work at Kennesaw State University graduating cum laude. She is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a member of the National Association of Social Workers. A New Jersey native, Jennifer relocated to Cobb County in 2005 as a single parent raising two children. She is active in the community and her church. Jennifer has extensive experience working with varied populations: working with a pregnancy resource center; inpatient adolescents; individuals/families in the community; as well as substance abuse/mental health IOP/PHP treatment settings.

Benita A Esposito
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you a high-achieving adult over 21 looking for individual counseling to reduce anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, or grief? Or do you want couples counseling to improve your relationship? While life’s struggles can be exasperating, they can propel you along your Hero's Journey to your Authentic Self. You'll learn to decrease emotional reactivity, communicate effectively, and resolve conflicts while building self-esteem. I'm a certified Brainspotting therapist. Clients love the results. All sessions are on Zoom for GA & NC clients. Specialties: Couples & Highly Sensitive Introverts. Take the quiz at www.SensitiveIntrovert.com.
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Seek Wise Counsel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
My name is Deon L Sanders and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist residing in the state of Georgia. I am also the Ower/CEO of Seek Wise Counsel and The Sanders Center for Recovery & Mental Wellness. I and my staff, specialize in African American psychology, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) Psychodynamic Therapy, Existential, DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Schema Therapy, Gestalt, Trauma Focused CBT and IFS. My specific training and education in African American Psychology has provided me knowledge, research, and a deeper subconscious understanding of how the residual effects of slavery, and religious trauma hinders our people.

Elana Avrielle Dunn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I want you to move from just surviving to a point in which you are thriving. You just took a HUGE step, so thank you for being here right now. I am devoted to helping you feel and function better. Just getting through the day may feel challenging right now. It's just too much to sort through or overcome on your own. You may not know where to start - It's a lot...whew. You might feel misunderstood by friends and family; that's what I'm here for. I do the 'work' of helping you even outside of our sessions, to help you get better FASTER.

Padmini Mangray
Counselor, LAPC, MEd, NCC
Verified
Verified
I provide support and healing to adults, children, adolescents, and their families seeking to work through their trauma(s) and life transitions. My focus is to create an environment where you feel safe, validated, and supported in order to enable you to create the life that you are yearning for. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to teach skills which will reduce stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms to enhance your quality of life.

Nicole Altieri-Synan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi there! I'm Nicole and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with Stricklen Health & Wellness, LLC. I graduated from Brenau University with a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology. I enjoy working with clients who are facing problems with infertility, women's issues, or loss of a child. Previously, I have worked with a variety of clients, but decided to focus solely on women's health after experiencing my own miscarriage and subsequent infertility issues.

Kim Tate, LPC, MAC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you ready to take that first step toward feeling better? I'm a licensed professional counselor who has a passion for helping others take the initial step toward personal growth and change. I have a master's degree in counseling and certification in addiction to address substance abuse concerns, teach coping skills to manage daily life stressors. I'm trained in CBT, DBT, and Addiction to help with Trauma and other personal issues. Never lose hope. Life is a journey, start yours today!

Nicole L Elliott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CYT
Verified
Verified
As a therapist and yoga instructor, I combine counseling with mindfulness for stress, anxiety, and depression. I assist you in deeply understanding your suffering and uncovering inner strength through acceptance and choice, while cultivating compassion for yourself and others. Mindfulness helps us recognize emotional and physical experiences, while awareness of breath creates space to become more response-able. This develops healthy responses to stress, anxiety, and depression. It also improves our ability to communicate and be in relationship with others.

Decia Dixon
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified
Verified
Are you concerned your child has a learning disability (dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia) or another disorder (e.g., ADHD)? Has the school recommended testing? Watching your child struggle in school can be disconcerting and demoralizing, especially if you’ve tried to help in every way you know how. Perhaps you know your child is bright, but you can’t understand why they are not demonstrating their true potential? Or, maybe assisting them with their homework is so time-consuming and taxing that you feel inadequate, as if you are failing them as a parent? Let me collaborate with you and your child to help them reach their potential.

Clayton William Andrews
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified
Verified
Clayton Andrews is a Licensed Professional Counselor and graduate from Troy University with a Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology. His primary focus is the enablement and facilitation of self-sufficiency, development and growth of mental health. As a Sickle Cell Patient and Advocate, our practice is the only Warrior run mental health service in the State of Georgia that specializes in Sickle Cell Warrior Mental Health, among a number of other Mental Health services.
Not accepting new clients

Raushannah Johnson-Verwayne
Psychologist, PsyD, CCTP, CSOTS
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
With almost two decades of experience, I know that seeking help can be difficult for anyone no matter the age, background, or circumstance. However, I believe that you are stronger than you seem, braver than you feel, and smarter than you think you are. Standard of Care Psychological Services sets the standard higher because you deserve it. Let us help you reach your full potential. We set the standard higher for you by operating from a set of core values that we integrate into our work with clients and referral sources: accurate assessments, evidenced based treatment, integrity, ethics, competence, respect, and advocacy.
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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.