Adults Therapists in Decatur, GA

I work collaboratively with clients, from the perspective that you are the expert on yourself and my role is to support your growth. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the vehicle for change, and I foster a trusting and brave space for self-exploration and understanding. I trust that clients possess internal resources to help them navigate challenging experiences, and part of our work together is to further nurture and develop those resources. I practice from interpersonal and feminist orientations to examine relational dynamics and societal systems effects on clients’ identities, current experiences, and world views.

IN-PERSON only! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with almost 20 years of experience. I work with adults in all seasons of life. I work primarily from a Cognitive Behavioral perspective but integrate other approaches to help meet the client's individual needs. I'm very interactive in my therapy & feel that being genuine with a client is the most valuable way to help them. I also see patients for self-growth as they continue to improve & implement the skills they have learned from our therapy. My areas of expertise are: Depression, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Post Partum/Parenting, Relationships, Grief & Family Issues.

As an Episcopal priest with a Doctor of Ministry degree in pastoral counseling, I have been in practice since 1985. I am a clinical Fellow in the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, extensively trained and experienced in individual depth psychotherapy and in working with couples, families and groups. My particular gift is in establishing a a therapeutic space where individual men and women, as well as adolescents and young adults , who are in pain or under stress, can feel safe and understood. Regardless of our faith, I believe we are all on a journey of healing and growth.

I am committed to working with individuals to help them achieve their goals and therefore individualize treatment to meet each client's unique needs. I attempt to build upon strengths to instill hope and bring about change. I assist individuals to find meaning in the midst of life's challenges. I believe that with hard work and persistence, change is possible. My ideal client would include individuals seeking assistance for addictions, depression, anxiety disorders, stress management, trauma, self-esteem, anger management, couples counseling, family counseling, and integrating spiritual issues in counseling.

I am a firm believer that wellness starts from within. My goal is to help clients become a better version of themselves in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. I specialize in working with children, teens and their families. I also provide individual counseling to adults as they navigate through life. I have dedicated my career to working with individuals to help them through the obstacles that they encounter in their lives. I utilize evidence and strength-based approaches with my clients. I also recognize the importance of meeting clients where they are to reach the desired goal.

I look forward to providing you with a supportive, accepting and helpful experience in addressing your life's challenges. I help people with problems ranging from relationships, work and parenting difficulties to depression, anxiety, divorce, and grieving. We all have times when difficult emotions become overwhelming and we are unsure what is the best way to cope or move forward. Seeking some guidance and support at these times is one of the healthiest and most courageous things you can do. For me, it is always an honor to become a trusted support and helpmate through difficult times and healing. Learn, Grow, Heal, and Flourish.

Are you in search of support? Perhaps you need help identifying and working through things that are keeping you from feeling content in your life? Maybe you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depleted, or just not yourself. I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where you can safely explore yourself and the issues troubling you. It is my mission to help you navigate experiences and challenges within your life, in a way that is both meaningful and oriented with your personal goals, in order to foster healing and growth, as you see it! Feeling unsure about your personal goals? We can work on defining those, too! Let's begin!

Do you have trouble building healthy relationships ? Are you struggle with your self-esteem? Do you have a hard time regulating/ expressing your emotions? Are you having a hard time deciding on what to do after high school or college?

Sydnei specializes in working with teens, young adults , adults , couples and families with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and adjustment to life changes. Sydnei utilizes an existential theoretic approach by guiding clients to identify, then walk towards their life’s purpose.

Sometimes, we can get messages that we can't change ourselves or our lives, that we aren't worthy of healing, that we should not hold on to hope. I believe that during those times, it is so important to seek support. In therapy, you can find a place to explore the challenges you are facing and can receive support as we work together to come up with new strategies. I enjoy helping clients find healing, hope, and wholeness in the face of difficult experiences, particularly those related to race and culture, identity, family problems, self-esteem, and spirituality.

Thanks for being here, I’m Liz. I believe clients are the experts of their own experience and that a positive therapeutic alliance is deeply important. My approach to therapy is grounded in those beliefs, and I work diligently to create a space where clients feel brave, heard, and empowered. I work with older teens & adults , and I specialize in working with LGBQIA+, trans, & gender-expansive clients, clients navigating trauma (including religious trauma), identity development, & more. For partner therapy, I work with folks navigating open relationships (poly/CNM) or just looking to deepen their connection.

LGBTQ, Transgender and gender expansive clients are my specialty and I have been working with this community for over a decade. As a queer person myself, I understand the struggle of coming out or finding your own place in the world. I enjoy working with people from 6th graders to adults who want to have the courage to be who they are. You may be struggling with coming out, exploring your gender identify, religious trauma, are autistic or have ADHD or are just looking for someone that "gets" you. Really "gets" you or your child. My hundreds of hours of special training & authorship of The Gender Identity Journal make me a great fit.

As a holistic psychotherapist, I strive to meet my clients where they’re at and always consider the mind, body, spirit, and environment. Each client is unique, so I use compassion and multicultural awareness to tailor they way I serve each client. I use a feminist, humanistic, and integrative approach and enjoy working with adults of all ages and backgrounds, but especially young women. The collaborative process of healing and growth allows my clients to reach the goals we set together and to navigate challenges of many sizes they face in their lives.

As your therapist, I would provide a collaborative partnership that allows you to move towards your goals; both support and challenge would be provided to allow opportunities for healing and personal growth. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is crucial for psychotherapy to be effective. A strong relationship can allow for self-reflection and a greater understanding of ourselves and our patterns in relationships, helps us manage challenges, nurture feelings of empowerment, allow us to take the risks we want, and afford us opportunities for resiliency and greater life satisfaction. Please call for a free phone consultation.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in the diagnostic evaluation of individuals with autism and related disorders from infancy throughout adulthood. I specialize in the earliest emerging symptoms in infancy, as well as more subtle symptoms that can be overlooked in adolescents and adults , particularly females. My recommendations are focused on optimizing outcome based on individual needs. I am also an adjunct faculty member at Emory University where I teach an advanced autism course, and I conduct teaching, training, and consulting for professionals, academic grants, and clinical trials worldwide.

There are times in our lives when things work together, and all is well with the world. There are also times when “life” throws a monkey wrench in our path and you’re not quite certain just how you will get through the next moment. Allow me to provide support and help to empower you to face your fears and to challenge and champion you in your journey towards realizing your true self.

I welcome you and look forward to helping you discover how to live your best life. With over 25 years of successful clinical work, I enjoy teaming up with adolescents, individuals, and families to reclaim their power from the problems that have disrupted their lives and relationships. I seek to create a comfortable healing atmosphere utilizing Narrative, Strength-focused, Cognitive, and Mindfulness therapies where curiosity, humor, and pragmatism assist in leading to meaningful insight. I collaborate with clients to help them re-discover their inherent qualities, valuable in overcoming the challenges that intrude in their lives.

“Aging is not ‘lost youth’ but a new stage of opportunity and strength." Betty Friedan. This quote succinctly captures the crossroads we all face, as we age: one can look back with a sense of loss and remorse or one can move forward with hope and inspiration for a better now. Friedan chooses the path towards opportunity and strength. Which path would you like to take? How does one face the myriad of changes that this stage of life presents? Grief & loss. A changing body & mind. Retirement & new freedoms. Family relationships & caregiver concerns. What support would you like along this complex and often unpredictable path?