Sexual Abuse Therapists in Carroll County, GA
Waves Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, RPT-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Carrollton, GA 30117
You're tired of the constant nagging and fighting. The tantrums are exhausting and embarrassing. You're constantly explaining yourself and you just don't understand why your child seems to ask the same question over and over. You've noticed your child is more irritable and becomes easily frustrated. You're not sure if your child's behavior is normal. Your child gives up when things become hard. You're constantly questioning yourself and you feel as though you're failing at this whole parent thing. You think something could be wrong. You want help. It's tough being a parent; WE get it! Together we will make things better.
You're tired of the constant nagging and fighting. The tantrums are exhausting and embarrassing. You're constantly explaining yourself and you just don't understand why your child seems to ask the same question over and over. You've noticed your child is more irritable and becomes easily frustrated. You're not sure if your child's behavior is normal. Your child gives up when things become hard. You're constantly questioning yourself and you feel as though you're failing at this whole parent thing. You think something could be wrong. You want help. It's tough being a parent; WE get it! Together we will make things better.
I’m Cathy Kleinschmit, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate challenges like trauma, ADHD, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues. Before becoming a counselor, I spent 15 years working in the public school system as a paraprofessional, supporting both elementary and high school students.
I’m Cathy Kleinschmit, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience helping adolescents and adults navigate challenges like trauma, ADHD, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues. Before becoming a counselor, I spent 15 years working in the public school system as a paraprofessional, supporting both elementary and high school students.
Maritza Pitelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, GA 30117
My clinical focus is bodily, emotional recovery from trauma, childhood experience, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. I believe in the possibilities for my clients to discover a second life-of joy, purpose, & renewal they couldn’t imagine at the depths of despair-struggle-change. "Maybe we will find a new purpose. Dedicate to an old dream. Maybe we will soften. Meet God. Taste the vast reservoir of our resiliency and strength. Find beauty and meaning in the simple things—like a cup of tea with a loved one while watching a yellow-tinged leaf dance into a puddle. Maybe we will find dancing or painting or writing or art or science
My clinical focus is bodily, emotional recovery from trauma, childhood experience, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. I believe in the possibilities for my clients to discover a second life-of joy, purpose, & renewal they couldn’t imagine at the depths of despair-struggle-change. "Maybe we will find a new purpose. Dedicate to an old dream. Maybe we will soften. Meet God. Taste the vast reservoir of our resiliency and strength. Find beauty and meaning in the simple things—like a cup of tea with a loved one while watching a yellow-tinged leaf dance into a puddle. Maybe we will find dancing or painting or writing or art or science
Nourished Soul Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal client feels stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They’re navigating major life transitions, struggling with relationships, or dealing with the emotional weight of perimenopause or menopause. They crave stability, self-understanding, and relief from intrusive thoughts or emotional pain. They want a therapist who truly listens—someone direct yet compassionate. Their goal is to heal, break unhealthy patterns, and gain the confidence to move forward. Most of all, they want to feel whole, empowered, and no longer defined by their struggles.
My ideal client feels stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They’re navigating major life transitions, struggling with relationships, or dealing with the emotional weight of perimenopause or menopause. They crave stability, self-understanding, and relief from intrusive thoughts or emotional pain. They want a therapist who truly listens—someone direct yet compassionate. Their goal is to heal, break unhealthy patterns, and gain the confidence to move forward. Most of all, they want to feel whole, empowered, and no longer defined by their struggles.
As a biblical therapist, my foremost commitment is to honor my clients' spiritual and emotional needs. I recognize that seeking therapy can often be a journey of faith, and I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where individuals can explore their beliefs and struggles within the framework of their faith. What sets me apart is my integrated approach, weaving together the principles of psychology with the wisdom of scripture. Drawing upon psychological techniques and biblical teachings, I offer a comprehensive approach to healing that addresses the whole person – mind, body, and spirit.
As a biblical therapist, my foremost commitment is to honor my clients' spiritual and emotional needs. I recognize that seeking therapy can often be a journey of faith, and I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where individuals can explore their beliefs and struggles within the framework of their faith. What sets me apart is my integrated approach, weaving together the principles of psychology with the wisdom of scripture. Drawing upon psychological techniques and biblical teachings, I offer a comprehensive approach to healing that addresses the whole person – mind, body, and spirit.
Heart Centered Therapeutic Services LLC.
EdD, LCC, CCTP, CFTP
Verified Verified
Carrollton, GA 30117
Many people are reluctant to seek help, therefore they will suffer in silence. Life can often be difficult, and overwhelming, and it seems that you will never get through that moment. This may be due to past or present trauma, divorce, anxiety, mental health issues, or other situations in life. You may need someone to guide you through those difficult moments to find the healing and peace you desire. The therapeutic interventions I use will assist you in finding those things. Through a trustworthy client and counselor relationship, we can discover how to find healing to have a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Many people are reluctant to seek help, therefore they will suffer in silence. Life can often be difficult, and overwhelming, and it seems that you will never get through that moment. This may be due to past or present trauma, divorce, anxiety, mental health issues, or other situations in life. You may need someone to guide you through those difficult moments to find the healing and peace you desire. The therapeutic interventions I use will assist you in finding those things. Through a trustworthy client and counselor relationship, we can discover how to find healing to have a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Cameron David Mount
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, EdD
Verified Verified
Carrollton, GA 30116
I'm passionate about helping individuals and relationships achieve the goals they set out to reach in therapy. I love working with people who are hungry for change and ready to work for it.
I'm passionate about helping individuals and relationships achieve the goals they set out to reach in therapy. I love working with people who are hungry for change and ready to work for it.
Austin Haedicke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS, PN1, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with clients from an integrative and holistic wellness perspective. I specialize in working with competitive athletes and first responders; emphasizing body-centered interventions including fitness, breath work, and nutrition. Previously, I pioneered unique endeavors at the University of West Georgia as liaison between counseling, integrative wellness, and Division 1 athletics. In the past I have focused on adult and adolescent personality disorders, and the utilization of psychodynamic, person-centered, mentalization-based, DBT, and play therapy modalities. I am also a certified professional counselor supervisor (CPCS).
I work with clients from an integrative and holistic wellness perspective. I specialize in working with competitive athletes and first responders; emphasizing body-centered interventions including fitness, breath work, and nutrition. Previously, I pioneered unique endeavors at the University of West Georgia as liaison between counseling, integrative wellness, and Division 1 athletics. In the past I have focused on adult and adolescent personality disorders, and the utilization of psychodynamic, person-centered, mentalization-based, DBT, and play therapy modalities. I am also a certified professional counselor supervisor (CPCS).
Nicole R. Dodson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Carrollton, GA 30117
I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, anger management issues, self-esteem issues, behavioral issues, and substance abuse issues. I also work with people who have suffered trauma and experience symptoms of PTSD and ADHD. I have also found that a strong mind/body connection can be especially helpful for clients who have trouble with focus and concentration. Teaching clients to connect and trust in their own inner wisdom (sometimes called our "gut instinct") can help them have more confidence in their own abilities and the choices they make.
I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, anger management issues, self-esteem issues, behavioral issues, and substance abuse issues. I also work with people who have suffered trauma and experience symptoms of PTSD and ADHD. I have also found that a strong mind/body connection can be especially helpful for clients who have trouble with focus and concentration. Teaching clients to connect and trust in their own inner wisdom (sometimes called our "gut instinct") can help them have more confidence in their own abilities and the choices they make.
I see you. You can’t eat. You can’t sleep. Your heart feels like it is beating out of your chest. You feel alone. You put everyone else first and wonder when it will be your turn. You don’t even feel like the person in the mirror, so how can you hope to find acceptance from anyone else? Is your main concern your body size or shape? Your sexuality? The role others expect of you? You are overwhelmed by feelings you don’t even understand. You wonder if you will be stuck like this forever.
I see you. You can’t eat. You can’t sleep. Your heart feels like it is beating out of your chest. You feel alone. You put everyone else first and wonder when it will be your turn. You don’t even feel like the person in the mirror, so how can you hope to find acceptance from anyone else? Is your main concern your body size or shape? Your sexuality? The role others expect of you? You are overwhelmed by feelings you don’t even understand. You wonder if you will be stuck like this forever.
Hayley Kast
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, GA 30116
Waitlist for new clients
Are you overwhelmed and do not know where to go? Maybe you are here for yourself or maybe for your teen. Life can throw us some real curve balls that we need help sorting out. If you or your teen are having problems with gender identity, sexual orientation, problematic sexual behavior problems, pornography addiction or just anxiety or depression; you are at the the right place. I also complete psychosexual evaluations (not billed to insurance).
Are you overwhelmed and do not know where to go? Maybe you are here for yourself or maybe for your teen. Life can throw us some real curve balls that we need help sorting out. If you or your teen are having problems with gender identity, sexual orientation, problematic sexual behavior problems, pornography addiction or just anxiety or depression; you are at the the right place. I also complete psychosexual evaluations (not billed to insurance).
Meet Our Sexual Abuse Therapists
Tiffani V. Fryar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, GA 30117
Are you living your most authentic life? Are you harnessing your innate, unique, creative gifts and passion to make the world a better place? Are you interested in living authentically and cultivating a meaningful life? If so, I would love to help you work through your human challenges with depression, anxiety, grief and trauma to create the change you crave and cultivate the kind of life that you desire and deserve.
Are you living your most authentic life? Are you harnessing your innate, unique, creative gifts and passion to make the world a better place? Are you interested in living authentically and cultivating a meaningful life? If so, I would love to help you work through your human challenges with depression, anxiety, grief and trauma to create the change you crave and cultivate the kind of life that you desire and deserve.
Hi Im Christina, I truly believe in building a trusting relationship that leads to the empowerment and growth of the client. As a mother of three and a lover of nature, i get that life is not always what we want or expect it to be, there are times when one's path is unclear and finding one's way becomes quite difficult. If you keep on doing what you've always done, you will keep on getting what you have always gotten. If you are not living your best life it is time to make a commitment to yourself and dedicate the time and energy to increase the quality of your life.
Hi Im Christina, I truly believe in building a trusting relationship that leads to the empowerment and growth of the client. As a mother of three and a lover of nature, i get that life is not always what we want or expect it to be, there are times when one's path is unclear and finding one's way becomes quite difficult. If you keep on doing what you've always done, you will keep on getting what you have always gotten. If you are not living your best life it is time to make a commitment to yourself and dedicate the time and energy to increase the quality of your life.
There are many reasons to seek professional counseling. Yours might be feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed with depression. Perhaps, stress and anxiety have become constant companions. Maybe panic has been intruding too often. Has grief taken over your thoughts? Whatever your struggle, my purpose is to guide you towards inner peace utilizing a variety of emotional, and if desired, spiritual techniques.
There are many reasons to seek professional counseling. Yours might be feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed with depression. Perhaps, stress and anxiety have become constant companions. Maybe panic has been intruding too often. Has grief taken over your thoughts? Whatever your struggle, my purpose is to guide you towards inner peace utilizing a variety of emotional, and if desired, spiritual techniques.
Are you looking for a guide to help you through the challenges of life? Are you looking for tools designed especially for you to help bring a sense of peace? Do you desire better relationships? Do you need someone to help hold a safe space for you as you face specific challenges in your life? Are you desiring a deeper sense of Purpose for your life. Do you have a lingering sense that there is so much more to life, but you don't know where to turn? For 30+ years I have been drawing from many types of psychology as well as body and spirit centered practices, and bring effective tools for healing.
Are you looking for a guide to help you through the challenges of life? Are you looking for tools designed especially for you to help bring a sense of peace? Do you desire better relationships? Do you need someone to help hold a safe space for you as you face specific challenges in your life? Are you desiring a deeper sense of Purpose for your life. Do you have a lingering sense that there is so much more to life, but you don't know where to turn? For 30+ years I have been drawing from many types of psychology as well as body and spirit centered practices, and bring effective tools for healing.
My ideal client is someone navigating a challenging chapter of their life—a major life transition, trauma, anxiety, or relationship. They might feel isolated, overwhelmed, or unsure of next steps. Their goal is to build resilience, heal from past wounds, and discover tools to manage life’s transitions with confidence and strength, and most importantly self worth!
I am open to seeing clients of all ages, backgrounds, and needs. I work weekly with moms navigating postpartum. Through my professional experience with foster care, the juvenile court system, and local schools, I enjoy connecting with and supporting children and teens.
My ideal client is someone navigating a challenging chapter of their life—a major life transition, trauma, anxiety, or relationship. They might feel isolated, overwhelmed, or unsure of next steps. Their goal is to build resilience, heal from past wounds, and discover tools to manage life’s transitions with confidence and strength, and most importantly self worth!
I am open to seeing clients of all ages, backgrounds, and needs. I work weekly with moms navigating postpartum. Through my professional experience with foster care, the juvenile court system, and local schools, I enjoy connecting with and supporting children and teens.
Complex trauma changes the way our brains work over time. Fortunately, healing does the same thing. By working through how distressing events impacted us, we can create a life where we feel fully alive and can thrive.
While I have worked with a variety of different mental health concerns, I specialized in complex trauma and dissociation, neurodivergence and autism in adults, and LGBT issues. I am a nonbinary counselor; my pronouns are they/them.
Complex trauma changes the way our brains work over time. Fortunately, healing does the same thing. By working through how distressing events impacted us, we can create a life where we feel fully alive and can thrive.
While I have worked with a variety of different mental health concerns, I specialized in complex trauma and dissociation, neurodivergence and autism in adults, and LGBT issues. I am a nonbinary counselor; my pronouns are they/them.
Jami Lynn Marie Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, GA 30117
As a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my goal to help clients build the relationships and life they desire. Whether families are facing a crisis, a couple is looking to strengthen their partnership, an individual is striving to manage their mental health and diagnosis, or parents are seeking more positive relationships with their children, my goal is to meet clients exactly where they are in their life story and collaborate a new, desired story-line.
As a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my goal to help clients build the relationships and life they desire. Whether families are facing a crisis, a couple is looking to strengthen their partnership, an individual is striving to manage their mental health and diagnosis, or parents are seeking more positive relationships with their children, my goal is to meet clients exactly where they are in their life story and collaborate a new, desired story-line.
Children and teens go through many changes and often end up having a hard time navigating all of these changes. The changes everyone is faced with today; especially since COVID-19, are causing people to feel lost and uncertain as to how to move forward. Your teen may be struggling with disordered eating, making decisions, and their social network. Your adolescent may be experiencing an increase in stress and anxiety due to the uncertainty of the future. You may be questioning your beliefs; exploring alternative practices. You need additional guidance and exploration to feel better and self-actualize. We can help you with this.
Children and teens go through many changes and often end up having a hard time navigating all of these changes. The changes everyone is faced with today; especially since COVID-19, are causing people to feel lost and uncertain as to how to move forward. Your teen may be struggling with disordered eating, making decisions, and their social network. Your adolescent may be experiencing an increase in stress and anxiety due to the uncertainty of the future. You may be questioning your beliefs; exploring alternative practices. You need additional guidance and exploration to feel better and self-actualize. We can help you with this.
Dana Nummerdor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Villa Rica, GA 30180
Waitlist for new clients
If you are struggling and feel lost in your life, or are dealing with challenges to your mental health, reach out to me. We can work together to explore what isn't working in your life and get you to a better place. I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties with grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, life-phase transitions, relationship issues, and spirituality. I am also certified as a Life Coach and Reiki practitioner.
If you are struggling and feel lost in your life, or are dealing with challenges to your mental health, reach out to me. We can work together to explore what isn't working in your life and get you to a better place. I work with adults who are experiencing difficulties with grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, life-phase transitions, relationship issues, and spirituality. I am also certified as a Life Coach and Reiki practitioner.
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Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.