First Responders Therapists in Dallas, GA
Life can be overwhelming even when we are successful in other areas. Therapy, done well, is one of the highest-leverage investments you can make in yourself, and I take that seriously, as it is a sign of strength.
My work centers on helping driven, self-aware people understand themselves more deeply. Together we explore the personality patterns, attachment styles, and relational dynamics that shape how you show up at work, in relationships, and in your own inner life. I incorporate frameworks like the Enneagram and Myers-Briggs (MBTI) not as labels, but as tools for the kind of self-knowledge that creates lasting change.
Life can be overwhelming even when we are successful in other areas. Therapy, done well, is one of the highest-leverage investments you can make in yourself, and I take that seriously, as it is a sign of strength.
My work centers on helping driven, self-aware people understand themselves more deeply. Together we explore the personality patterns, attachment styles, and relational dynamics that shape how you show up at work, in relationships, and in your own inner life. I incorporate frameworks like the Enneagram and Myers-Briggs (MBTI) not as labels, but as tools for the kind of self-knowledge that creates lasting change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and specialize in working with those aged 18 or older in areas of trauma, anxiety, depression and life stage transitions. You find yourself wanting to feel better and wondering how to get there. You’re tired of feeling like everything is falling apart and crashing together. You’ve found yourself looking around for another threat after a lifetime of disappointment and near constant threats to your well-being. You want to understand what’s going on and why. Well, you're in luck! Visit Wings of Hope Counseling to learn more also!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and specialize in working with those aged 18 or older in areas of trauma, anxiety, depression and life stage transitions. You find yourself wanting to feel better and wondering how to get there. You’re tired of feeling like everything is falling apart and crashing together. You’ve found yourself looking around for another threat after a lifetime of disappointment and near constant threats to your well-being. You want to understand what’s going on and why. Well, you're in luck! Visit Wings of Hope Counseling to learn more also!
I'm Noel Scrimo, a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of My Precious Counseling. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy, child-centered play therapy, and family and reunification work. With over eight years of experience supporting children, teens, and families, I believe healing starts with safety, connection, and feeling truly seen.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based practices like TF-CBT, DBT skills, and attachment-based work. I meet clients where they are and help them build confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy relationships.
I'm Noel Scrimo, a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of My Precious Counseling. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy, child-centered play therapy, and family and reunification work. With over eight years of experience supporting children, teens, and families, I believe healing starts with safety, connection, and feeling truly seen.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based practices like TF-CBT, DBT skills, and attachment-based work. I meet clients where they are and help them build confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy relationships.
I support adults navigating major life transitions, career stress, and identity shifts with a trauma-informed approach. Therapy focuses on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and creating a sense of stability during times of change. I provide a grounded, nonjudgmental space to help you move forward with greater confidence and balance.
I support adults navigating major life transitions, career stress, and identity shifts with a trauma-informed approach. Therapy focuses on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and creating a sense of stability during times of change. I provide a grounded, nonjudgmental space to help you move forward with greater confidence and balance.
I work extensively with veterans, first responders, and survivors of domestic abuse, as well as professionals and seniors facing the challenges of aging or career shifts.
When you’re navigating the aftermath of trauma or the weight of a major life change, you need more than just a listener, you need a steady partner who isn't afraid of the hard stuff. I am a United States Marine Corps veteran, and I bring a grounded, disciplined, and deeply compassionate approach to my clinical work. I specialize in helping individuals move through Complex PTSD, OCD, and high-stakes life transitions with clarity and confidence
I work extensively with veterans, first responders, and survivors of domestic abuse, as well as professionals and seniors facing the challenges of aging or career shifts.
When you’re navigating the aftermath of trauma or the weight of a major life change, you need more than just a listener, you need a steady partner who isn't afraid of the hard stuff. I am a United States Marine Corps veteran, and I bring a grounded, disciplined, and deeply compassionate approach to my clinical work. I specialize in helping individuals move through Complex PTSD, OCD, and high-stakes life transitions with clarity and confidence
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Most of my clients are military, first responders, and couples.
I am an intensively trained trauma therapist that utilizes EMDR therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other interventions within a context of a professional relationship. I am also trained in Gottman-method couples therapy (Level 3) which does a deep dive exploration into the relationship and provides strengths to enhance and addresses areas for growth.
Most of my clients are military, first responders, and couples.
I am an intensively trained trauma therapist that utilizes EMDR therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other interventions within a context of a professional relationship. I am also trained in Gottman-method couples therapy (Level 3) which does a deep dive exploration into the relationship and provides strengths to enhance and addresses areas for growth.
I see first responders, EMS, firefighters, law enforcement, dispatchers, as well as active military, veterans, and healthcare professionals.
I have worked in EMS since 2000 as a 911 paramedic, tactical paramedic, flight paramedic, and trauma nurse. Today, I bring that experience into therapy with a direct, candid, and practical approach infused with humor. I offer flexibility for shift work including some weekends and evenings.
I see first responders, EMS, firefighters, law enforcement, dispatchers, as well as active military, veterans, and healthcare professionals.
I have worked in EMS since 2000 as a 911 paramedic, tactical paramedic, flight paramedic, and trauma nurse. Today, I bring that experience into therapy with a direct, candid, and practical approach infused with humor. I offer flexibility for shift work including some weekends and evenings.
As a licensed psychologist with extensive experience in forensic and correctional settings, I bring a depth of experience to understanding complex psychological concerns. My clinical work focuses on helping adults navigate trauma, substance use, stress, life transitions, and the lasting impact of difficult experiences.
I believe that meaningful therapy begins with feeling understood. My goal is to provide a space where you can speak openly without fear of judgment, explore the experiences that have shaped you, and develop practical tools for creating change.
As a licensed psychologist with extensive experience in forensic and correctional settings, I bring a depth of experience to understanding complex psychological concerns. My clinical work focuses on helping adults navigate trauma, substance use, stress, life transitions, and the lasting impact of difficult experiences.
I believe that meaningful therapy begins with feeling understood. My goal is to provide a space where you can speak openly without fear of judgment, explore the experiences that have shaped you, and develop practical tools for creating change.
While I specialize in working with first responders—including law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, dispatchers, corrections professionals, and their families—I also welcome adults from all backgrounds who are looking for compassionate, evidence-based therapy.
In our work together, I’ll help you feel more grounded and more like yourself again. We’ll make space to understand what’s weighing on you and find ways to lighten the load. Whether you're looking to feel less reactive, more in control, or simply more connected to your life and your loved ones, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
While I specialize in working with first responders—including law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, dispatchers, corrections professionals, and their families—I also welcome adults from all backgrounds who are looking for compassionate, evidence-based therapy.
In our work together, I’ll help you feel more grounded and more like yourself again. We’ll make space to understand what’s weighing on you and find ways to lighten the load. Whether you're looking to feel less reactive, more in control, or simply more connected to your life and your loved ones, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
We all experience times when we feel stuck in our lives. No matter how much we want to make positive changes within ourselves and relationships, it can sometimes feel that we are trying to move forward against a brick wall. Whether you are struggling with anxiety about the future, sadness or guilt about the past, or confusion on how to navigate the present, therapy should be a space where you are met with compassion, genuine curiosity, and support – exactly as you are and without judgment.
We all experience times when we feel stuck in our lives. No matter how much we want to make positive changes within ourselves and relationships, it can sometimes feel that we are trying to move forward against a brick wall. Whether you are struggling with anxiety about the future, sadness or guilt about the past, or confusion on how to navigate the present, therapy should be a space where you are met with compassion, genuine curiosity, and support – exactly as you are and without judgment.
My favorite book of all time is Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning. One of the many wonderful things he says in that book is "When we are no longer able to change a situation we are challenged to change ourselves." I see our work together as a team effort. Each client I see has his or her own story and unique perspective on that story, and I believe that within that story are the seeds to healing. My approach to helping my clients is in seeing each of my clients as a whole person who is struggling with something, whether it is anxiety, depression, relationships issues, substance abuse, communication, parenting, trauma, etc.
My favorite book of all time is Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning. One of the many wonderful things he says in that book is "When we are no longer able to change a situation we are challenged to change ourselves." I see our work together as a team effort. Each client I see has his or her own story and unique perspective on that story, and I believe that within that story are the seeds to healing. My approach to helping my clients is in seeing each of my clients as a whole person who is struggling with something, whether it is anxiety, depression, relationships issues, substance abuse, communication, parenting, trauma, etc.
Do you know what it’s like to carry pain while still trying to hold everything together? Maybe you are a millennial or Gen Z who grew up with chaos at home, or you’re healing from past experiences that still linger in your body. On the outside you look like you’re doing fine, but the anxiety and self-doubt tell a different story on the inside. I specialize in helping clients move out of survival mode into a state of being you've been longing for—filled with safety, calm, confidence, clarity, and genuine connection.
Do you know what it’s like to carry pain while still trying to hold everything together? Maybe you are a millennial or Gen Z who grew up with chaos at home, or you’re healing from past experiences that still linger in your body. On the outside you look like you’re doing fine, but the anxiety and self-doubt tell a different story on the inside. I specialize in helping clients move out of survival mode into a state of being you've been longing for—filled with safety, calm, confidence, clarity, and genuine connection.
I have experience working with couples, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, Women’s Safe Shelter, Cancer patients/survivors, Veterans, First Responders and more
I enjoy getting to know my clients. We develop short and long-term goals based on your preferences. I offer culturally-sensitive, inclusive services with respect for the client's definition of self. I offer the option of short and longterm therapy. At times, a visit or two may be all that is needed to help clients move forward.
I have experience working with couples, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, Women’s Safe Shelter, Cancer patients/survivors, Veterans, First Responders and more
I enjoy getting to know my clients. We develop short and long-term goals based on your preferences. I offer culturally-sensitive, inclusive services with respect for the client's definition of self. I offer the option of short and longterm therapy. At times, a visit or two may be all that is needed to help clients move forward.
Life is a lot—like, a lot. But you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Therapy with me is a self-led journey. We go at your pace, exploring what truly matters to you. I’m here to help you navigate the chaos with humor, warmth, and a person-centered approach that puts you in the driver’s seat. Using a blend of modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), we’ll explore the different parts of you with curiosity, not judgment.... because even your inner critic deserves a little compassion.
Life is a lot—like, a lot. But you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Therapy with me is a self-led journey. We go at your pace, exploring what truly matters to you. I’m here to help you navigate the chaos with humor, warmth, and a person-centered approach that puts you in the driver’s seat. Using a blend of modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), we’ll explore the different parts of you with curiosity, not judgment.... because even your inner critic deserves a little compassion.
I have over 17 years of experience helping adults, teens, and families navigate their mental health journey. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort between therapist and client where mutually agreed upon goals will be established and worked towards. Successful therapy requires the establishment of a trusting, nurturing and respectful environment coupled with a high level of therapeutic skills on the part of the clinician. I currently am seeing clients that are 13 and older for individual therapy in both in-person and virtual settings.
I have over 17 years of experience helping adults, teens, and families navigate their mental health journey. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort between therapist and client where mutually agreed upon goals will be established and worked towards. Successful therapy requires the establishment of a trusting, nurturing and respectful environment coupled with a high level of therapeutic skills on the part of the clinician. I currently am seeing clients that are 13 and older for individual therapy in both in-person and virtual settings.
Are you a high functioning adult struggling with the stressors of everyday life? Those stressors may be due to issues at work, with friends or other relationships. Or, have you felt like "something is missing" in life, and you are looking to find your purpose? I can help. My work is guided by my desire to help individuals deepen their understanding of themselves and how they engage with the world. If you are interested in life coaching I can help you as well! Let's schedule a time to meet to discuss your goals and to figure out the best approach. Pre-surgical Bariatric Evaluations are also available.
Are you a high functioning adult struggling with the stressors of everyday life? Those stressors may be due to issues at work, with friends or other relationships. Or, have you felt like "something is missing" in life, and you are looking to find your purpose? I can help. My work is guided by my desire to help individuals deepen their understanding of themselves and how they engage with the world. If you are interested in life coaching I can help you as well! Let's schedule a time to meet to discuss your goals and to figure out the best approach. Pre-surgical Bariatric Evaluations are also available.
My work focuses on supporting young adults and adults who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mood-related challenges as they move toward healing and intentional change. I work with clients in Helen, Atlanta, SandySprings and throughout north east Georgia via telehealth.
My work focuses on supporting young adults and adults who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mood-related challenges as they move toward healing and intentional change. I work with clients in Helen, Atlanta, SandySprings and throughout north east Georgia via telehealth.
I work with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, substance use concerns, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, and other life challenges where stress, trauma, or overwhelming emotions may feel too heavy to carry alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, strained in relationships, or unsure how to cope with life’s transitions, I meet you with empathy and openness. My goal is to create a warm, affirming space where you can show up as you are, be truly heard, and begin exploring your story and strengths with support and respect.
I work with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, substance use concerns, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, and other life challenges where stress, trauma, or overwhelming emotions may feel too heavy to carry alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, strained in relationships, or unsure how to cope with life’s transitions, I meet you with empathy and openness. My goal is to create a warm, affirming space where you can show up as you are, be truly heard, and begin exploring your story and strengths with support and respect.
Are you not sleeping at night because of racing thoughts? Are you battling stress, anxiety, sadness and hopelessness? You're not alone. I can help you with a plan of action.
Are you not sleeping at night because of racing thoughts? Are you battling stress, anxiety, sadness and hopelessness? You're not alone. I can help you with a plan of action.
There is no such thing as the perfect therapist or the perfect client. The therapeutic relationship must be unique to the individuals involved - that is where healing lives. "Anxiety." "Depression." "Bipolar Disorder" "PTSD." "ADHD." "OCD." "Trauma." These terms have become part of our regular vocabulary without many of us truly understanding their effects on our lives. At Restorative Roots Counseling Center, I and my medical team use various modalities, including IN-HOME Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), to help shift your focus from the above buzzwords to the practice of hope, healing, self-care, self-respect, and change.
There is no such thing as the perfect therapist or the perfect client. The therapeutic relationship must be unique to the individuals involved - that is where healing lives. "Anxiety." "Depression." "Bipolar Disorder" "PTSD." "ADHD." "OCD." "Trauma." These terms have become part of our regular vocabulary without many of us truly understanding their effects on our lives. At Restorative Roots Counseling Center, I and my medical team use various modalities, including IN-HOME Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), to help shift your focus from the above buzzwords to the practice of hope, healing, self-care, self-respect, and change.
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First Responders Therapists
Why is mental health important for first responders?
As part of their work, first responders are often exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and physical injury that can put them at a greater risk for serious mental health conditions than the general population. Conditions like PTSD, anxiety, substance use, and depression are more common in first responders, which can greatly reduce quality of life and lead to burnout, sleep disruption, and even suicidal thoughts. Therapy can offer an opportunity for first responders to process difficult on-the-job experiences and develop coping skills to better manage any mental health symptoms they may experience.
How can first responders get access to mental health support?
Many first responders can access therapy for free or at a very low cost through their employer, such as through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Workplaces may also offer or have referral recommendations for support groups, where first responders can meet with others in their profession to receive support. Individuals who would like to access mental health services outside of their employer may use their insurance benefits to see a therapist, which they can find by searching for therapists online or asking for recommendations from their primary care physician.
What type of therapy is best for first responders?
The best therapy approach depends on the mental health concerns of the client. Since many first responders struggle with trauma or PTSD, they may benefit from trauma-specific therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Exposure Therapy, or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress may alternatively benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches, which can help clients develop coping skills to manage distressing thoughts.
Can therapy for first responders help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in both treating and preventing trauma and PTSD in first responders. Typically, therapy for trauma and PTSD focuses on developing stress management skills and managing intrusive or unwanted thoughts. Therapists working with first responders often help clients strengthen their relationships and reduce harmful coping mechanisms, such as excessive substance use. Additionally, therapists assist first responders in establishing daily habits that support overall mental and physical health and enhance resilience to future stress, such as regular physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and improved eating habits.