Family Therapy in Atlanta, GA

IF YOU are stuck, I can get you "unstuck." I offer direct, powerful therapy: I don't "beat around the bush." My focus is on providing caring, effective and supportive services in the areas of individual psychotherapy and relationship therapy (couples and marriage counseling); therapy for children, adolescents and families; and, drug and alcohol addiction recovery. I treat people like I would want someone to treat a member of my own family (and some of them clearly needed treatment.) See WWW.DRGORE.COM please..

I am a Licensed Master of Social Work. In this day and time Mental Health is something that is not only overlooked but often misunderstood.  I strive to provide needed support for my clients no matter what life challenges they may be facing. I work with them to pilot through these challenges of life, whether they are personal, with family , or with peers.  My ideal clients are millennials who find themselves facing challenges navigating through the transition to adulthood. In many cases, this transition can cause stress, anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues.

Are you experiencing difficulties as a result of life challenges and disappointments? Are you struggling balancing your spirituality with sexual identity? Are you experiencing the loss of a loved one? Are you in need of spiritual and emotional support in a open and nonjudgmental environment? I am here to help you to recover your "Soul" (the essence of your best and productive self). I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Board Certified Chaplain and a Pastoral Counselor here to help you explore your feelings, work with your emotions, rediscover your passions and find inner peace/healing for your "Soul."

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.

As a professional counselor I value the uniqness of each person and in the strength and creativity of the human spirit. Within the counseling relationship is a safe place to define areas for growth, vent feelings, explore the many possibilities, find encouragement and move toward peacefulness. My approach to counseling is gentle and encouraging, although I can be direct when it is helpful. I will support without judging and am respectful of individual and/or cultural differences. My approach draws on a number of theoretical orientations that best suit the group or individual needs.

We all face moments (or months!) that test our foundations. At times, we encounter situations that are confusing, overwhelming, disappointing, frustrating, or painful. We find ourselves struggling. But there's good news: we don't have to navigate these situations alone. I am a therapist who will join you on the journey. You and I will work closely together to form a comfortable and collaborative therapeutic relationship in which exploration, learning, and healing can occur.

Maya Angelou said, " People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” My goal is to create a space that allows you to FEEL seen, valued, and empowered. Life can be challenging, and seeking support can be even more difficult at times. However, if you are reading this it tells me that you are likely making the first steps to change something in your life or in the lives of your loved ones. I believe that everyone has an inner strength and the ability for growth and change. I would be grateful to support you on that journey.

I have served clients in psychiatric care for over 16 years, facilitated psychosexual Trauma Systems Therapy for over 9 years, led couples and family therapy for over 8 years, and have been actively working with HIV prevention and sexual health education of other sexually transmitted infections and diseases for over 8 years. I am a Doctor of Health Education and Promotion and I am exceedingly committed to sexual health, behavioral health, and mental health.

Compassion and collaboration are key elements in growing through any life circumstance. Together, we can build a foundation to move forward with insight, hope, and change. I believe therapy is a collaborative process that brings your unique life circumstances and experiences to a safe and warm environment. While growth and change are a life-long process, each challenge can be addressed within a supportive counseling relationship to bring awareness and change. In working from a client-centered perspective, my goal is to work side by side and help you achieve the life you desire.

Are you experiencing communication problems between you and your spouse? Have you guys been experiencing conflict over financial issues, sexual difficulties, lack of intimacy, and or differences in parenting styles? The top five common issues that bring couples into therapy are communication problems, conflicts over finances, sexual difficulties, lack of intimacy, and differences in parenting styles. These issues can create tension and strain in a relationship and may require the assistance of a therapist to help you and your partner work through them.

My passion is to help strengthen the relationship between parent and child. You may feel sometimes that you and your child are having difficulty connecting to where you feel like you are not on the same page. This disconnect coupled with the pressures of school issues, can manifest in your teen through behaviors such as anger, anxiety, depression, self-identity crisis, and even self harm.

We are often trying to figure life out on our own because we have a belief that others already have it figured out. I'm here to tell you that they don't AND that you do not have to do it alone. Whatever you're looking for, healing, support, or maybe you're not sure yet... My job is to walk alongside you in finding it. I enjoy working with folks in all phases of life, but I specialize in EMDR, Couples Counseling (dating, living together, engaged, married), & Co-Parenting, Trauma/PTSD, and LGBTQIA+/Questioning.

From resolving attachment injuries to managing anxiety or depression to safely healing trauma, I believe that growth is most effectively fostered through safe, emotionally honest relationships. The most essential part of healing is to reclaim access to the resources you already have, develop self compassion and inner trust, and gain confidence in your capacity to navigate life’s ups and downs. I provide a compassionate, supportive presence for children, adolescents, and families coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other family or individual concerns.

I have a passion for helping people and have used a range of modalities including Trauma Recovery, Solution Focus, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive- Behavioral Therapist, Systematic Desensitization and Aversion Therapy. I believe therapy should fit the individual not the reverse. I have developed the skill to successfully assess the proper intervention to heal painful past and present experience. I’ve provided key concepts and therapeutic techniques to individuals addicted to drugs and alcohol. I also received training and am certified in suicide prevention. It would be an honor to help you or your family navigate through life’s journey

Jaime Stepansky (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. Jaime is grounded in LGBTQIA+ affirming and neurodiversity-affirming practices and specializes in treating individuals who experience challenges related to their identity, as well as individuals who experience difficulties with emotional regulation, impulse-control, complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD.

Creating safe spaces where disappointments, shame, or fear can be processed through is my goal as a therapist. Whether your journey is short or long, I aim to come along side you for support as you find peace and personal growth. Whether it's working with young adults, families, or couples the goal is to create change that is tailor made for the individual or family unit. My therapeutic style is authentic, warm, and inviting; and I work from a strengths based perspective that promotes inner healing and self compassion.

If you desperately want to have better relationships, our counselors are here to help. Whether you are an individual or couple, currently in a relationship or not, we can assist you. Often times issues from our past, unhelpful habits, or a lack of skills or training can keep us from having the relationships we've always wanted. The good thing is we can grow and change in all those areas! Our team will help you get to the bottom of your unique relational challenges, and will work with you to learn tools for improving your relationships - not just with intimate partners, but also with friends, family and work relationships too.

Children, teens, and young adults struggling with anxiety and difficult life transitions know that it can feel overwhelming, stressful and may feel worried that no one will understand how they feel. This may affect friendships, relationships with family members, school and work experiences, and many other areas of life. Therapy can help decrease anxiety and worries by teaching new coping skills to better manage anxiety and stress. This can lead to feeling a greater sense of self control, happiness and well being.

Hi, I'm "CG" Jefferson, I am excited to work with you! I’m LPC with over 23+ years of experience. I am patient, transparent and spiritual. I am well experienced and culturally competent. My primary focus is “Individual Therapy” No EAP-Adults 28+ & seniors. My “virtual practice” is Not a good fit for Couples, Chronic-MH, Personality Dis.-OCD/Tics, Psychosis-A/V/T Hallucinations, Bipolar, MR, SI/HI & atheist. If you are ready for self-discovery, grounded in "Truth and Facts" contact me to explore stressors, communication, overthinking, social/coping skills, relationship-personal/ family probs. financial difficulties & lack of intimacy.