Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Dacula, GA

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Alexia Johnson Cole
Pre-Licensed Professional
Dacula, GA 30019
I utilize cognitive behavior therapy, internal family systems, brainspotting, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker specializing in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and safety planning. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals to treat various forms of abuse, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and PTSD. I also have experience working with youth and adults with autism.
I utilize cognitive behavior therapy, internal family systems, brainspotting, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker specializing in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and safety planning. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals to treat various forms of abuse, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and PTSD. I also have experience working with youth and adults with autism.
(470) 516-9762 View (470) 516-9762
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Kathleen Boyce
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
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 will encourage honesty and openness. She'll help keep you on track as you continue meeting your goals, while still attending to current events that need attention. Kathy is compassionate but honest and challenging. If you are ready to do more than just cope—if you are ready to heal and move past the barriers in your life, start attending therapy.
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 will encourage honesty and openness. She'll help keep you on track as you continue meeting your goals, while still attending to current events that need attention. Kathy is compassionate but honest and challenging. If you are ready to do more than just cope—if you are ready to heal and move past the barriers in your life, start attending therapy.
(706) 420-3443 View (706) 420-3443
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Dr. Arielle Saunders Blum
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Online Only
I use family systems approaches to therapy, emphasize the mind-body connection, and implement Internal Family Sytems ( IFS) informed concepts.
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.
I use family systems approaches to therapy, emphasize the mind-body connection, and implement Internal Family Sytems ( IFS) informed concepts.
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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Victoria Hollis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Serves Area
My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based techniques, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems ( IFS).
I am an experienced therapist specializing in trauma, relationships, and self-esteem issues. My clients tell me they feel safe and heard with me, and that they are able to make positive changes in their lives as a result of our work together. I'm committed to traveling with you on your healing journey. Together, we’ll work to understand the protective strategies you’ve developed, gently tend to the wounded parts of you that may still feel stuck in the past, and support the emergence of more spaciousness, self-trust, and resilience.
My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based techniques, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems ( IFS).
I am an experienced therapist specializing in trauma, relationships, and self-esteem issues. My clients tell me they feel safe and heard with me, and that they are able to make positive changes in their lives as a result of our work together. I'm committed to traveling with you on your healing journey. Together, we’ll work to understand the protective strategies you’ve developed, gently tend to the wounded parts of you that may still feel stuck in the past, and support the emergence of more spaciousness, self-trust, and resilience.
(828) 807-9740 View (828) 807-9740
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Karen Donovan
Counselor, MA, APC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in the integration of Christian Counseling (when requested), EMDR, IFS and CBT in order to best help my clients and their needs.
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.
I specialize in the integration of Christian Counseling (when requested), EMDR, IFS and CBT in order to best help my clients and their needs.
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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Dr. Natasha M. Ramsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, NCC, CPCS, CCTP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Why bother telling anyone, they won't believe you or won't care. People would think it was your fault, after all, you did not say "no". There is no way that your physical health issues could be related to what happened to you, after all, it was so long ago and you don't even think about it anymore. It becomes easier to wear a mask then reveal the pain of what you cannot speak about. Being strong all the time becomes harder as the days, weeks, and months go by.
Why bother telling anyone, they won't believe you or won't care. People would think it was your fault, after all, you did not say "no". There is no way that your physical health issues could be related to what happened to you, after all, it was so long ago and you don't even think about it anymore. It becomes easier to wear a mask then reveal the pain of what you cannot speak about. Being strong all the time becomes harder as the days, weeks, and months go by.
(678) 264-3513 View (678) 264-3513
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Kelsea Dee Mariney
Verified Verified
Dacula, GA 30019
I have a passion to come alongside struggling individuals to help them overcome life's pitfalls and many challenges. I offer a faith based-person centered counseling approach and I love to meet people wherever they are in their life's journey.
I have a passion to come alongside struggling individuals to help them overcome life's pitfalls and many challenges. I offer a faith based-person centered counseling approach and I love to meet people wherever they are in their life's journey.
(470) 619-1308 View (470) 619-1308
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Jon Hester
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, CCTP
2 Endorsed
Dacula, GA 30019
Welcome—I’m glad you're here! If you’re struggling with anxiety, OCD, or the effects of trauma, you don’t have to face it alone. I specialize in working with individuals who experience generalized anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, complex trauma, and PTSD - helping them navigate the overwhelming thoughts, fears, and emotions that can make daily life feel exhausting. Anxiety can show up in many forms—constant worry, racing thoughts, intrusive fears, physical symptoms, or avoidance of situations that feel overwhelming.
Welcome—I’m glad you're here! If you’re struggling with anxiety, OCD, or the effects of trauma, you don’t have to face it alone. I specialize in working with individuals who experience generalized anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, complex trauma, and PTSD - helping them navigate the overwhelming thoughts, fears, and emotions that can make daily life feel exhausting. Anxiety can show up in many forms—constant worry, racing thoughts, intrusive fears, physical symptoms, or avoidance of situations that feel overwhelming.
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Andrea O Clifton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdS
Online Only
"Healing from the Inside Out" My clients are motivated to find solutions and actively participate in their healing. I work with children, adolescence, and teens who have special needs. Their families are an integral part of that healing. Seven years of experience working with children with severe autism, developmental disabilities and emotional behavioral disabilities in the public school system in the most restrictive environment. I offer support, guidance, behavioral solutions, intervention strategies in the classroom and home. Supervision for other professionals for obtaining their licensure. I also work with adults in transition, who suffer from chronic pain, depression anxiety
"Healing from the Inside Out" My clients are motivated to find solutions and actively participate in their healing. I work with children, adolescence, and teens who have special needs. Their families are an integral part of that healing. Seven years of experience working with children with severe autism, developmental disabilities and emotional behavioral disabilities in the public school system in the most restrictive environment. I offer support, guidance, behavioral solutions, intervention strategies in the classroom and home. Supervision for other professionals for obtaining their licensure. I also work with adults in transition, who suffer from chronic pain, depression anxiety
(770) 504-4398 View (770) 504-4398
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Stephanie Sheets
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAPC
Dacula, GA 30019
If you’re visiting this page, you are already considering self-care! It is my passion to walk alongside people as they navigate the inner battles that may result in preventing a happy and fulfilling life. By utilizing empirically based techniques or simply talking it out, people can adapt and utilize their strengths to overcome many of these obstacles. I also utilize MBTI and Enneagram for those interested. I am passionate about what I do, so please reach out if you are interested!
If you’re visiting this page, you are already considering self-care! It is my passion to walk alongside people as they navigate the inner battles that may result in preventing a happy and fulfilling life. By utilizing empirically based techniques or simply talking it out, people can adapt and utilize their strengths to overcome many of these obstacles. I also utilize MBTI and Enneagram for those interested. I am passionate about what I do, so please reach out if you are interested!
(470) 619-5590 View (470) 619-5590
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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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Justie Huff
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Online Only
I’m Justie Huff, a Licensed Master Social Worker with 5 years of experience and a passion for working with BIPOC, LGBTQ+ youth, and families in crisis. I have had the honor of serving children and youth with developmental disabilities, autism, and chronic illnesses, as well as clients managing bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, anger, and relationship issues. I also have extensive experience working with trauma, grief, social skills, and race-related issues.
I’m Justie Huff, a Licensed Master Social Worker with 5 years of experience and a passion for working with BIPOC, LGBTQ+ youth, and families in crisis. I have had the honor of serving children and youth with developmental disabilities, autism, and chronic illnesses, as well as clients managing bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, anger, and relationship issues. I also have extensive experience working with trauma, grief, social skills, and race-related issues.
(706) 725-5817 View (706) 725-5817
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Lisa Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dacula, GA 30019
I am Lisa Kelley, a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience helping families in the Duluth/Johns Creek/Suwanee communities. Since completing my graduate degree, I have worked with a variety of clients in many different settings, including inpatient, residential, outpatient, and home-based care. These varied work experiences have given me the opportunity to become proficient in completing biopsychosocial assessments, a variety of therapeutic interventions, parenting skills education, and community resource referrals.
I am Lisa Kelley, a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience helping families in the Duluth/Johns Creek/Suwanee communities. Since completing my graduate degree, I have worked with a variety of clients in many different settings, including inpatient, residential, outpatient, and home-based care. These varied work experiences have given me the opportunity to become proficient in completing biopsychosocial assessments, a variety of therapeutic interventions, parenting skills education, and community resource referrals.
(678) 846-3627 View (678) 846-3627
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Cassandra Guerrero
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I have worked with individuals who have been through traumatic experiences and those diagnosed with severe mental illness. I do not limit myself to these specific populations. I offer a safe place where compassion, empathy, and no-judgment are not just words. If you are ready to work through your challenges, I am here to assist.
I have worked with individuals who have been through traumatic experiences and those diagnosed with severe mental illness. I do not limit myself to these specific populations. I offer a safe place where compassion, empathy, and no-judgment are not just words. If you are ready to work through your challenges, I am here to assist.
(678) 841-8483 View (678) 841-8483
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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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Jana Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I am an integrative Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor with over 25 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. I specialize in treating adults suffering from depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use, interpersonal issues, trauma, infidelity, and grief.
I am an integrative Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor with over 25 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. I specialize in treating adults suffering from depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use, interpersonal issues, trauma, infidelity, and grief.
(678) 616-2723 View (678) 616-2723
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Malissa Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Hi! I am Dr. Malissa Collins, a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds, families, and couples. My Ph.D. is in Marriage and Family Therapy. My approach is warm and compassionate. My focus is to meet clients where they are and teach them ways to successfully navigate through life to meet goals. My clients appreciate my warmth, nonjudgmental style. It helps to make them feel relaxed and confident.
Hi! I am Dr. Malissa Collins, a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds, families, and couples. My Ph.D. is in Marriage and Family Therapy. My approach is warm and compassionate. My focus is to meet clients where they are and teach them ways to successfully navigate through life to meet goals. My clients appreciate my warmth, nonjudgmental style. It helps to make them feel relaxed and confident.
(470) 865-5960 View (470) 865-5960
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Alexes Davis
Pre-Licensed Professional
Online Only
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LPC-A) who specializes in working with adult women and couples to navigate the roadblocks preventing them from living with peace and pride. I focus on trauma, grief and loss, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and stress management. I completed my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling at the University of Georgia. As both a trauma survivor and a licensed professional, I am able to bring an educational and personal touch to the therapeutic experience.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LPC-A) who specializes in working with adult women and couples to navigate the roadblocks preventing them from living with peace and pride. I focus on trauma, grief and loss, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and stress management. I completed my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling at the University of Georgia. As both a trauma survivor and a licensed professional, I am able to bring an educational and personal touch to the therapeutic experience.
(706) 600-3105 View (706) 600-3105
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Amberly Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Serves Area
Hi there! My name is Amberly Ellis and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. I approach counseling from an integrative, attachment-based, and interpersonal neurobiology lens, recognizing the link between behavior, the nervous system, and interpersonal connection. I believe the behaviors children and teens display are merely their way of communicating a need - a need to connect, a need to be known, a need to be heard, and a need for felt safety. It is my goal to not just help my clients “fix the problem,” but to help build understanding, connection, and a victorious mind.
Hi there! My name is Amberly Ellis and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. I approach counseling from an integrative, attachment-based, and interpersonal neurobiology lens, recognizing the link between behavior, the nervous system, and interpersonal connection. I believe the behaviors children and teens display are merely their way of communicating a need - a need to connect, a need to be known, a need to be heard, and a need for felt safety. It is my goal to not just help my clients “fix the problem,” but to help build understanding, connection, and a victorious mind.
(678) 647-7228 View (678) 647-7228
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Kaela Holt
Counselor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Navigating the world is tough enough, but when you add being Neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, a single parent, a minority, or any number of marginalized identities on top of it the weight can appear unbearable. The effect our individual identities can have on our home life, job, social life, and our very sense of self can make dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles, or engaging in self-care seem like a daunting task. We all strive for whole wellness but that looks different for everybody. The whole wellness you desire is not out of reach.
Navigating the world is tough enough, but when you add being Neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, a single parent, a minority, or any number of marginalized identities on top of it the weight can appear unbearable. The effect our individual identities can have on our home life, job, social life, and our very sense of self can make dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles, or engaging in self-care seem like a daunting task. We all strive for whole wellness but that looks different for everybody. The whole wellness you desire is not out of reach.
(470) 684-3935 View (470) 684-3935

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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists

What is Internal Family Systems therapy?

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.

How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?

An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.

Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?

IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.

How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?

As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.