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Justin Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Adel, GA 31620
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
(229) 279-5290 View (229) 279-5290

Online Therapists

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LaFrancine Wells Bradford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31602
She is a graduate from the Center for Adoptions support and Education’s Training for Adoption Competency program.
Lifetime Counseling and Management Services focuses on creating a comfortable and stress-free environment all while providing professional service. LaFrancine is straightforward, yet compassionate and a caring person who strives to maximize happiness in the lives of all clients equipping them with problem-solving techniques which will potentially enable clients to make best life decisions. Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism are held in high regard as well as her biblical foundation. As a Marriage Family Therapist, LaFrancine is committed to helping you get through challenges life can bring throughout your lifetime.
She is a graduate from the Center for Adoptions support and Education’s Training for Adoption Competency program.
Lifetime Counseling and Management Services focuses on creating a comfortable and stress-free environment all while providing professional service. LaFrancine is straightforward, yet compassionate and a caring person who strives to maximize happiness in the lives of all clients equipping them with problem-solving techniques which will potentially enable clients to make best life decisions. Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism are held in high regard as well as her biblical foundation. As a Marriage Family Therapist, LaFrancine is committed to helping you get through challenges life can bring throughout your lifetime.
(229) 442-9038 View (229) 442-9038
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Patricia Cosey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
I enjoy the therapeutic process and helping people to grow, change, develop, and become. I enjoy helping people develop a plan of self care in a safe and nonjudgmental setting. With today's challenges to find time for self care I have recently added two new services to include: Tele-therapy as an option for clients who cannot come into the office for traditional services, and emotional support animal evaluation for those who need documentation of their need for their emotional support pet.
I enjoy the therapeutic process and helping people to grow, change, develop, and become. I enjoy helping people develop a plan of self care in a safe and nonjudgmental setting. With today's challenges to find time for self care I have recently added two new services to include: Tele-therapy as an option for clients who cannot come into the office for traditional services, and emotional support animal evaluation for those who need documentation of their need for their emotional support pet.
(229) 471-1876 View (229) 471-1876
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Lauren Duren
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31605
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Christian Counselor who enjoys working with preteens/teens, adults and couples in office and online. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds experiencing issues related to anxiety/worry, depression, developing healthy boundaries, stress management, relationship issues, military specific issues, parenting, healing from childhood wounds, grief & loss and spiritual growth/development. Additionally, I am trained in EMDR & BLAST technique for trauma. Together, we build a safe place for you to feel seen & heard, identify goals, process barriers and gain skills to meet these goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Christian Counselor who enjoys working with preteens/teens, adults and couples in office and online. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds experiencing issues related to anxiety/worry, depression, developing healthy boundaries, stress management, relationship issues, military specific issues, parenting, healing from childhood wounds, grief & loss and spiritual growth/development. Additionally, I am trained in EMDR & BLAST technique for trauma. Together, we build a safe place for you to feel seen & heard, identify goals, process barriers and gain skills to meet these goals.
(229) 463-0517 View (229) 463-0517
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Tracy McNair Knighton
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Albany, GA 31707
The name of the practice says it all..NOVA - No One Ventures Alone. It is not the events in our lives that shape us. It is our reaction to and the beliefs about those events that shape us. Are you in transition - moving, changing jobs, single parent, recently divorced or widowed? Are you faced with some life challenges and need help to overcome them? Would you like help navigating a new path? If you answered yes, then NOVA Counseling is right for you. How you live today will help to create the life you desire to live tomorrow. Let me walk with you, inspire you and equip you to live your best life!
The name of the practice says it all..NOVA - No One Ventures Alone. It is not the events in our lives that shape us. It is our reaction to and the beliefs about those events that shape us. Are you in transition - moving, changing jobs, single parent, recently divorced or widowed? Are you faced with some life challenges and need help to overcome them? Would you like help navigating a new path? If you answered yes, then NOVA Counseling is right for you. How you live today will help to create the life you desire to live tomorrow. Let me walk with you, inspire you and equip you to live your best life!
(229) 589-8873 View (229) 589-8873
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Dr. Teshaunda Hannor-Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Albany, GA 31701  (Online Only)
Online Therapy and Face-to Face Therapy Provided! Do you often feel like life has thrown you a curve ball and you are not quite sure how to move pass it? Well you are not alone. Life happens to all of us. As a therapist, I would like the opportunity to help you work through your life's journey. As your therapist, I will provide a friendly, non-judgmental, caring, and supportive environment. Everyone needs someone they can confide in without judgment and criticism. Your healing is only a phone call away. Call me to schedule a face-to-face session or an online session.
Online Therapy and Face-to Face Therapy Provided! Do you often feel like life has thrown you a curve ball and you are not quite sure how to move pass it? Well you are not alone. Life happens to all of us. As a therapist, I would like the opportunity to help you work through your life's journey. As your therapist, I will provide a friendly, non-judgmental, caring, and supportive environment. Everyone needs someone they can confide in without judgment and criticism. Your healing is only a phone call away. Call me to schedule a face-to-face session or an online session.
(478) 285-4366 View (478) 285-4366
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The Decision Tree, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Waitlist for new clients
I am a native New Yorker with over 23 yrs experience in health & human services, working with people from various backgrounds, ethnicities, and age groups. Deciding what to do about: a troubled child, aging/ailing loved one, workplace challenges, relationship issues, or personal struggles can be draining, complicated, and discouraging. My emergency room/crisis work history has given me special skills to help with sudden life changes as well as long-standing problems. One thing is sure, a healthy mindset is the foundation for strong relationships and successful living. I am eager to help you get to your best self!
I am a native New Yorker with over 23 yrs experience in health & human services, working with people from various backgrounds, ethnicities, and age groups. Deciding what to do about: a troubled child, aging/ailing loved one, workplace challenges, relationship issues, or personal struggles can be draining, complicated, and discouraging. My emergency room/crisis work history has given me special skills to help with sudden life changes as well as long-standing problems. One thing is sure, a healthy mindset is the foundation for strong relationships and successful living. I am eager to help you get to your best self!
(478) 449-7101 View (478) 449-7101
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Dr. Clarissa 'clare' Alderman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, ICAADC, NCC, DCC
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31601
Waitlist for new clients
DClare Alderman has worked as a high school counselor and later assistant principal at Cook High School. Clare began working with families in the community providing in-home-based wrap-around counseling services for both parents and children. Provide individual counseling, family counseling, group counseling for teens as well as therapeutic services for foster families. Worked as a substance abuse counselor providing education as well as treatment for addiction disorders.Provides individual, and family therapy services focused on mental health issues related to depression, anxiety, personality disorders, addiction, anger,
DClare Alderman has worked as a high school counselor and later assistant principal at Cook High School. Clare began working with families in the community providing in-home-based wrap-around counseling services for both parents and children. Provide individual counseling, family counseling, group counseling for teens as well as therapeutic services for foster families. Worked as a substance abuse counselor providing education as well as treatment for addiction disorders.Provides individual, and family therapy services focused on mental health issues related to depression, anxiety, personality disorders, addiction, anger,
(229) 207-0987 View (229) 207-0987
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Sean Massie Doctor Of Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cordele, GA 31015  (Online Only)
Deciding to see a Doctoral level therapist is a hard decision to make and it can seem scary. Therefore, it's important for you to know that I am non-judgmental, provide a safe and confidential atmosphere, and am usually pretty good at helping people feel comfortable right away. I am honest and always provide professional and practical opinions in a caring and empathic manner within the scope of my practice. I work with adults of all ages, older adolescents, couples, and families, regardless of background. I also perform all sorts of psychological assessments if one is needed (i.e. diagnostic, court ordered, child custody, etc.).
Deciding to see a Doctoral level therapist is a hard decision to make and it can seem scary. Therefore, it's important for you to know that I am non-judgmental, provide a safe and confidential atmosphere, and am usually pretty good at helping people feel comfortable right away. I am honest and always provide professional and practical opinions in a caring and empathic manner within the scope of my practice. I work with adults of all ages, older adolescents, couples, and families, regardless of background. I also perform all sorts of psychological assessments if one is needed (i.e. diagnostic, court ordered, child custody, etc.).
(229) 589-8456 View (229) 589-8456
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Nechelle Gordon
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jesup, GA 31545  (Online Only)
NeChelle Gordon is a nationally certified licensed professional counselor. She has had the pleasure of working with adults and children for more than ten years in multiple settings, including but not limited to a veterans and families outpatient clinic, women's substance abuse treatment, a maximum-level juvenile treatment center, and middle school settings.
NeChelle Gordon is a nationally certified licensed professional counselor. She has had the pleasure of working with adults and children for more than ten years in multiple settings, including but not limited to a veterans and families outpatient clinic, women's substance abuse treatment, a maximum-level juvenile treatment center, and middle school settings.
(912) 737-5972 View (912) 737-5972
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Leah C. McMillan
Marriage & Family Therapist, DPA, LMFT, CFRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields. I have been clinically licensed as a LMFT since 2006 and am an active member (clinical fellow) of AAMFT/GAMFT. My clinical path has allowed me to gain significant knowledge and experience in the field of mental health & counseling, clinical consultation, and speaking. I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/couple/pre-marital, and group therapy. In addition, I am EMDR Trained and obtained my certification as a Certified First Responder Counselor.
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields. I have been clinically licensed as a LMFT since 2006 and am an active member (clinical fellow) of AAMFT/GAMFT. My clinical path has allowed me to gain significant knowledge and experience in the field of mental health & counseling, clinical consultation, and speaking. I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/couple/pre-marital, and group therapy. In addition, I am EMDR Trained and obtained my certification as a Certified First Responder Counselor.
(229) 515-8880 View (229) 515-8880
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Walker Counseling and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Albany, GA 31701  (Online Only)
Hello potential clients. I am delighted that you have decided to reach out for help with managing your issues/stressors. Rest assured that I am here to help you with whatever issues you are facing. Whether your issues are related to everyday life stressors; work/career stressors, couples/marital stressors, caregiver stressors, parenting stressors, or other issues such as grief/loss, depression, and/or anxiety I am here to help you set goals and help you to better manage those stressors. During our initial contact, we will also discuss the things that need to change in your life and your counseling expectations.
Hello potential clients. I am delighted that you have decided to reach out for help with managing your issues/stressors. Rest assured that I am here to help you with whatever issues you are facing. Whether your issues are related to everyday life stressors; work/career stressors, couples/marital stressors, caregiver stressors, parenting stressors, or other issues such as grief/loss, depression, and/or anxiety I am here to help you set goals and help you to better manage those stressors. During our initial contact, we will also discuss the things that need to change in your life and your counseling expectations.
(229) 210-3015 View (229) 210-3015

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Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.