Attachment-based Therapists in Dacula, GA

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Amberly Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Serves Area
I approach counseling from an integrative, attachment-based, and interpersonal neurobiology lens, recognizing the link between behavior, the nervous system, and interpersonal connection.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adult dealing with a variety of presenting concerns including, anxiety disorders, ADHD, ASD, trauma, adoption, grief, depression, chronic illness, athletic performance, sensory processing disorders, ODD, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, life transitions, and emotional regulation.
I approach counseling from an integrative, attachment-based, and interpersonal neurobiology lens, recognizing the link between behavior, the nervous system, and interpersonal connection.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adult dealing with a variety of presenting concerns including, anxiety disorders, ADHD, ASD, trauma, adoption, grief, depression, chronic illness, athletic performance, sensory processing disorders, ODD, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, life transitions, and emotional regulation.
(678) 647-7228 View (678) 647-7228
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Drhambricksafespacellc.com
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD, DSW
Online Only
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Psychotherapist located in the area of Atlanta, Georgia. I work with adults, individuals, and families using a solution-focused and eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. I have served in the mental health field for over 17 years. A highly dynamic, team-spirited, and evidence-based/ results-oriented professional seeking to combine outstanding academic and evidence-based training with excellent work experience, to make a significant contribution in a behavioral/mental health or social services environment. I am deeply committed to improving the quality of life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Psychotherapist located in the area of Atlanta, Georgia. I work with adults, individuals, and families using a solution-focused and eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. I have served in the mental health field for over 17 years. A highly dynamic, team-spirited, and evidence-based/ results-oriented professional seeking to combine outstanding academic and evidence-based training with excellent work experience, to make a significant contribution in a behavioral/mental health or social services environment. I am deeply committed to improving the quality of life.
(470) 280-7045 View (470) 280-7045
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Trevise A Higgins
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, Limited, Permit, NY
Online Only
Is this you? You're an adult and you're supposed to have it figured out. BUT you don't. Or, perhaps you thought you were in a happy marriage, UNTIL. Are you getting married? You know you love each other, but you haven't had the hard conversations, AND, you're not sure where to start. Maybe, you always seem to be on high alert. You always wonder: why am I always waiting for the other shoe to drop?"
Is this you? You're an adult and you're supposed to have it figured out. BUT you don't. Or, perhaps you thought you were in a happy marriage, UNTIL. Are you getting married? You know you love each other, but you haven't had the hard conversations, AND, you're not sure where to start. Maybe, you always seem to be on high alert. You always wonder: why am I always waiting for the other shoe to drop?"
(470) 722-1068 View (470) 722-1068
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Holly Foard
Pre-Licensed Professional
Online Only
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with 2 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with teenagers, young adults, and older adults seeking assistance with depression, anxiety, PTSD, LGBTQIA+ issues, substance use disorders, disabilities, ADHD, relationship issues, and developmental disorders.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with 2 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with teenagers, young adults, and older adults seeking assistance with depression, anxiety, PTSD, LGBTQIA+ issues, substance use disorders, disabilities, ADHD, relationship issues, and developmental disorders.
(470) 594-4428 View (470) 594-4428
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Daniel J Mariney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS, LPC
Dacula, GA 30019
I enjoy working with adults of all ages, youth, and children. My goal is to meet everyone wherever they may be in their life's journey—to help them overcome emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual strongholds to live an unrestrained life to its fullest.
I enjoy working with adults of all ages, youth, and children. My goal is to meet everyone wherever they may be in their life's journey—to help them overcome emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual strongholds to live an unrestrained life to its fullest.
(678) 922-4862 View (678) 922-4862
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D'Angela Mark
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
1 Endorsed
Dacula, GA 30019
You’re successful, driven, & the one everyone counts on—but under the surface, you’re exhausted. You’ve spent years pushing through, prioritizing others, & ignoring your own needs. Now, you’re realizing that the stress, anxiety, and resentment aren’t just random; they’re patterns. You want to break free from the pressure to always be “strong” and finally create a life where you feel fulfilled—not just responsible. You’re ready to set boundaries, unpack the internalized messages that keep you stuck, & start living on your own terms.
You’re successful, driven, & the one everyone counts on—but under the surface, you’re exhausted. You’ve spent years pushing through, prioritizing others, & ignoring your own needs. Now, you’re realizing that the stress, anxiety, and resentment aren’t just random; they’re patterns. You want to break free from the pressure to always be “strong” and finally create a life where you feel fulfilled—not just responsible. You’re ready to set boundaries, unpack the internalized messages that keep you stuck, & start living on your own terms.
(770) 796-4894 View (770) 796-4894
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Sarah Pratts
Verified Verified
Dacula, GA 30019
Sarah believes that each client is the author of his or her own life experiences, and has the capability of maneuvering and pushing forward through circumstances in life. She recognizes it can be difficult and scary learning and implementing the tools needed to accomplish fears and worries. "It's like exercising a new muscle. It may hurt and get sore by working-out, but the muscle grows stronger the more effort you put into working on it." She has extensively researched the concept of empathy to help clients work through their trauma to develop secure attachment styles as well as understanding perspectives and co-dependency actions.
Sarah believes that each client is the author of his or her own life experiences, and has the capability of maneuvering and pushing forward through circumstances in life. She recognizes it can be difficult and scary learning and implementing the tools needed to accomplish fears and worries. "It's like exercising a new muscle. It may hurt and get sore by working-out, but the muscle grows stronger the more effort you put into working on it." She has extensively researched the concept of empathy to help clients work through their trauma to develop secure attachment styles as well as understanding perspectives and co-dependency actions.
(470) 431-1623 View (470) 431-1623
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Erin Ray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dacula, GA 30019
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 19 years of experience based in Jasper, GA. I work with individuals and families ages 6 and up who are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, and relationship challenges. My integrative therapy approach is tailored to each client’s unique needs, using evidence-based methods to foster growth and healing. I believe in a flexible, personalized path to care that reflects the complexity of each person’s life and experience.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 19 years of experience based in Jasper, GA. I work with individuals and families ages 6 and up who are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, and relationship challenges. My integrative therapy approach is tailored to each client’s unique needs, using evidence-based methods to foster growth and healing. I believe in a flexible, personalized path to care that reflects the complexity of each person’s life and experience.
(770) 230-1886 View (770) 230-1886
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Jessica Weinstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am Jessica Weinstein, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields. I am passionate about working with adults and older adults to overcome the issues facing these populations. I have been an LCSW for 8 years.
I am Jessica Weinstein, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields. I am passionate about working with adults and older adults to overcome the issues facing these populations. I have been an LCSW for 8 years.
(678) 326-4536 View (678) 326-4536
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Darlene Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.
Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.
(912) 575-6878 View (912) 575-6878
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Kwame Frimpong
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi there, I’m Dr. Kwame! My name is Dr. Kwame Frimpong, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Atlanta, Georgia, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with Couples and those who are dating and specialize porn addiction, infidelity, building trust, intimacy, communication, and conflict resolution, using Prepare-enriched, Gottman method and symbols for relationship enrichments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Hi there, I’m Dr. Kwame! My name is Dr. Kwame Frimpong, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Atlanta, Georgia, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with Couples and those who are dating and specialize porn addiction, infidelity, building trust, intimacy, communication, and conflict resolution, using Prepare-enriched, Gottman method and symbols for relationship enrichments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
(470) 594-6493 View (470) 594-6493
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Kathleen Boyce
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Kathy Boyce is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience providing care to adult clients seeking assistance with sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and childhood trauma. Kathy can provide insights from both a religious and secular perspective. She is both an LGBTQIA ally and kink-affirming. Kathy received her Master's degree in Counseling from Crown College. She utilizes person-centered approaches, internal family systems therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to carefully listen to your needs and thoughts and help you set therapeutic goals.
Kathy Boyce is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience providing care to adult clients seeking assistance with sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and childhood trauma. Kathy can provide insights from both a religious and secular perspective. She is both an LGBTQIA ally and kink-affirming. Kathy received her Master's degree in Counseling from Crown College. She utilizes person-centered approaches, internal family systems therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to carefully listen to your needs and thoughts and help you set therapeutic goals.
(706) 420-3443 View (706) 420-3443
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Derrick Sykes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Derrick Sykes, Licensed Professional Counselor LGBT African American Male professional that is a part of multiple minority groups that has been through hell and back, ready to encounter others to find their healing. I have learned so much from my personal and professional experience that I am here to help you find the best version of yourself through your therapy journey. Let's get to work and welcome. Self-care and self-esteem issues LGBT Black People who are struggling with gender identity, sexual identity and anxiety depression, among other obstacles.
Derrick Sykes, Licensed Professional Counselor LGBT African American Male professional that is a part of multiple minority groups that has been through hell and back, ready to encounter others to find their healing. I have learned so much from my personal and professional experience that I am here to help you find the best version of yourself through your therapy journey. Let's get to work and welcome. Self-care and self-esteem issues LGBT Black People who are struggling with gender identity, sexual identity and anxiety depression, among other obstacles.
(678) 883-7720 View (678) 883-7720
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Hannah Funderburk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have been a Licensed Therapist since 2014. Over the years, I've worked in a variety of settings and with a range of populations. My journey in this field began with long-term residential treatment for individuals dealing with severe and persistent mental illness. Since then, I've gained experience in an inpatient psychiatric facility, residential programs, intensive outpatient agencies, and an outpatient clinic.
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have been a Licensed Therapist since 2014. Over the years, I've worked in a variety of settings and with a range of populations. My journey in this field began with long-term residential treatment for individuals dealing with severe and persistent mental illness. Since then, I've gained experience in an inpatient psychiatric facility, residential programs, intensive outpatient agencies, and an outpatient clinic.
(678) 928-4804 View (678) 928-4804
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Ena Melton-Myers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
My name is Ena (pronounced ee-nah) Melton-Myers. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. For me, therapy is about growth for you in whatever way is going to have the most positive impact on you at this time. In some phases of our life, growth is in small steps that help break down the things that seem overwhelming. In other phases of our life, we are ready for growth that feels like leaps and bounds. Our time together should focus on what you need at this moment to be better tomorrow. I've been very fortunate to work with a wide array of clients and am comfortable treating most conditions.
My name is Ena (pronounced ee-nah) Melton-Myers. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. For me, therapy is about growth for you in whatever way is going to have the most positive impact on you at this time. In some phases of our life, growth is in small steps that help break down the things that seem overwhelming. In other phases of our life, we are ready for growth that feels like leaps and bounds. Our time together should focus on what you need at this moment to be better tomorrow. I've been very fortunate to work with a wide array of clients and am comfortable treating most conditions.
(470) 450-4877 View (470) 450-4877
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Ja Nay Perry
Counselor, LAPC
Dacula, GA 30019
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) specializing in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, ASD (autism spectrum disorder)-related challenges, and intimacy issues. I have years of experience in the mental health field, starting as a registered behavior technician (RBT) and later transitioning into the counseling field. While I initially focused on working with children and adolescents, I have now expanded my practice to include individual adults and couples, focusing on intimacy, communication, and relationship management.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) specializing in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, ASD (autism spectrum disorder)-related challenges, and intimacy issues. I have years of experience in the mental health field, starting as a registered behavior technician (RBT) and later transitioning into the counseling field. While I initially focused on working with children and adolescents, I have now expanded my practice to include individual adults and couples, focusing on intimacy, communication, and relationship management.
(678) 919-3134 View (678) 919-3134
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Karen Donovan
Counselor, MA, APC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety that has just always been apart of your life... Or find yourself blaming yourself and tend to frequently feel guilt... Or maybe you are struggling with relationships...Or you are noticing traumatic moments in your life are affecting your emotions, thoughts and behaviors. It is my passion to help adult women, like you, feel seen, heard, and safe in my office. My hopes is that through our work together, you will find relief from your painful symptoms, learn new ways to cope, build compassion for yourself, and find healing and freedom from the traumas you have experienced in life.
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety that has just always been apart of your life... Or find yourself blaming yourself and tend to frequently feel guilt... Or maybe you are struggling with relationships...Or you are noticing traumatic moments in your life are affecting your emotions, thoughts and behaviors. It is my passion to help adult women, like you, feel seen, heard, and safe in my office. My hopes is that through our work together, you will find relief from your painful symptoms, learn new ways to cope, build compassion for yourself, and find healing and freedom from the traumas you have experienced in life.
(678) 661-5251 View (678) 661-5251
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Bright Path Counseling and Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, RPT-S, CFMHE
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
At Bright Path Counseling we have a focus on strengthening families from the child parent relationship, parenting, marital issues. We have a variety of counselors with specialties in areas such as play therapy, couples counseling, or individual or family trauma. We work with both children and their families as well as adults who have experienced the life changing events or who just want to to change the path their life has taken. We have counselors who are able to help clients move through the most difficult times in their lives. We help them to move towards healing in a safe and trusting relationship.
At Bright Path Counseling we have a focus on strengthening families from the child parent relationship, parenting, marital issues. We have a variety of counselors with specialties in areas such as play therapy, couples counseling, or individual or family trauma. We work with both children and their families as well as adults who have experienced the life changing events or who just want to to change the path their life has taken. We have counselors who are able to help clients move through the most difficult times in their lives. We help them to move towards healing in a safe and trusting relationship.
(678) 506-2480 View (678) 506-2480
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Anna Messano
Licensed Professional Counselor
Online Only
Anna Messano has been a licensed clinician for almost 20 years. During that time, she has worked with a wide variety of people struggling with addiction, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, and relational difficulties.
Anna Messano has been a licensed clinician for almost 20 years. During that time, she has worked with a wide variety of people struggling with addiction, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, and relational difficulties.
(470) 458-7989 View (470) 458-7989
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Dr. Arielle Saunders Blum
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Online Only
As a couple and family therapist, I'm passionate about helping people address all types of relational problems. These can look different for different people, but they include anything that negatively impacts you or how you interact with the people in your life. I believe the stories we tell ourselves have a very powerful impact on our lives and how we see the world. Many times, those stories end up holding us back in some way. I guide the therapy process as you change those narratives to be more in line with the life you want to live. My goal is to help people create a life where they feel empowered, courageous, and authentic.
As a couple and family therapist, I'm passionate about helping people address all types of relational problems. These can look different for different people, but they include anything that negatively impacts you or how you interact with the people in your life. I believe the stories we tell ourselves have a very powerful impact on our lives and how we see the world. Many times, those stories end up holding us back in some way. I guide the therapy process as you change those narratives to be more in line with the life you want to live. My goal is to help people create a life where they feel empowered, courageous, and authentic.
(678) 249-3728 View (678) 249-3728

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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.