Child Therapists in Decatur, GA
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David M Triemer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
I offer psychotherapy and psychological evaluation services to
children
, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Life can be challenging, even overwhelming at times for us and our loved ones. Possibly you are reading this now because you find yourself in one of those difficult times and are seeking answers and some relief. You may be struggling with a
child
who is having a hard time keeping up in school or getting along with peers. You may find yourself struggling with sadness, anxiety, anger, or despair. These and other life challenges can be effectively addressed with psychological services.
DeAnna D Fort
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
I am especially passionate about working alongside
children
, adolescents and families who are healing from trauma.
Life can present many overwhelming stressors and traumas which can impact your overall health and functioning. The decision to choose healing is a courageous, life-changing step. I want to help you on that journey. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, traumatic stress, or facing difficult life transitions, therapy can be the start of an empowering renewed life experience. I firmly believe that we all have the tools within us to cope with life's most challenging circumstances; sometimes we just need someone to guide us along the way. I work with
children
, adolescents, and adults.
Alexandra Rose Gellin
Counselor, LAPC, NCC, RYT
Verified
Whether you or your
child
are struggling with unhealthy relationships, unresolved grief, or impulsive behaviors, I believe we all have the capacity to heal and grow, with support and guidance. Mental health issues and trauma can make your feel overwhelmed and isolated. My aim is to provide a compassionate space where individuals feel comfortable exploring thoughts and beliefs, processing feelings, and discovering their strengths. I work with individuals to overcome struggles and develop a deeper connection to and acceptance of oneself, which helps to strengthen relationships and increase wellbeing.
Megan Bryant
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified
I work with
children
and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, behavioral concerns, and poor peer relationships.
Art therapy may look like just a fun creative process, but it is an effective therapeutic technique that utilizes the creative process to help improve the mental health and emotional well-being of people of all ages. Discovering healthy and creative forms of expression is empowering for those who find a voice through the creative processes of making art. I believe in a positive, holistic, and gentle approach that honors the individual and encourages healing and personal growth. During our time together, I help you and/or your
child
explore yourself in this safe space beyond language and conversation.
Pathways Transition Programs, INC
Psychologist, MD, LPC, LCSW, LAPC, LMSW
Verified
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community: *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/
child
protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs is a private mental health services provider for
children
and their families located in DECATUR, WATKINSVILLE, and LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA. From our team of 100+ medical and counseling staff, we match clients to therapists best able to address specific needs. We offer a comprehensive array of assessment and therapy services to foster and support change/growth through healing the wounds of trauma and life challenges, and training/skill development to enhance coping skills and build resilience. We take great pride in being a resource for all individuals and families we serve.
Abbie Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified
I am a licensed psychotherapist specialized in adherent DBT/RO-DBT for
children
, adolescents, and young adults.
Hello & welcome! I’m passionate about working with individuals who have challenges with anxiety, depression, mood instability, medical trauma, under-controlled and over-controlled traits, women’s health, belongingness, and self-esteem. With hundreds of relationships established across my diverse experiences, I consistently recognize that no one is too broken, hopeless, or unworthy of having a life that is worth living.
Katie Ann Bell
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified
However, I also provide sessions to individual adults as well as
children
/adolescents focusing on: stress/anxiety management, self-esteem, conflict-resolution, and more! .
Our unique life experiences play an integral part in our individual growth and development. Sometimes, our life stories can take unexpected turns and twists that may include emotional and physical difficulties. I have a thriving passion in helping you reach your health and healing goals as we face life’s challenges together. I fully attend to each client’s needs, interweaving clear presence with practiced skill. Using a relationship-focused approach, I focus sessions on a strong cognitive-behavioral framework. It is my goal to meet each client where they are on their life journey and nurture growth through your identified goals.
Tana C Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
I have helped parents better understand their
children
and develop new parenting skills, worked with families and patients who are living with brain injury to help them cope with grief and to accept their “new normal,” and helped LGBT people, of all ages, to support and affirm their journey.
I see psychotherapy as a partnership and a process, where the client is the expert about their own life and the therapist is a guide. My emphasis is on helping clients change unhelpful behavior and thinking patterns that prevent them from building and maintaining positive and lasting relationships. The core of good therapy is based on building a relationship of trust, empathy and respect for the client. I provide an environment of safety and trust where we can explore issues, fears, concerns, and hopes. My goal is to transfer knowledge, skills and confidence so, eventually, you won’t need me!
Mick D Rehrig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
I provide play therapy and family support for transgender and gender expansive
children
of all ages.
I believe in therapy that affirms, empowers, and supports people to recognize patterns, navigate changes, bolster personal growth and self-worth, and figure things out. Therapist and client collaboration are of utmost importance to me, guided by clinical theory and evidence-based therapeutic techniques that work for you. I utilize a strengths based, anti-racist, intersectional feminist approach. I work with clients navigating healthy masculinity, internalized oppression, gender dysphoria, addiction recovery, depression, sexuality, relationship stressors & boundaries, family of origin challenges, life transitions, & more.
Christina Carrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
"It's a privilege to be able to bear witness to someone's story when they may not have had the chance to tell it before." - Lindy Alexander. I believe in the celebration of baby steps, because they lead to growth, evolving, and newfound strength. I provide a space absent of judgment, and full of empathy. Are you a parent struggling to understand your
child
's feelings and behaviors? I can provide space for both parenting strategies and the
child
's expression of emotions through play. Are you an adult struggling with difficult life stressors and transitions? I can provide the emotional space necessary for clarity and peace.
The Potter's Touch Counseling, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
We have worked over twenty years improving the lives of
children
, adolescents and adults in the community. We are successful in treating individuals challenged with reoccurring suicidal ideations, hopelessness, divorce/separation of parents, poor emotional regulation/adjustment in school, home and adult stress in the workplace. Youth with history of ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder, poor anger management , depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, self/sexual identity crisis, and PTSD. We provided evidenced-based interventions to ensure progress. Every
child
, adolescent, adult and elderly person can Live and Thrive!!!
Jennifer B Crosson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT
Verified
I am a Health/School Psychologist, LPC, Play Therapist, and former educator with 25+ years of experience working with
children
/adolescents with academic, emotional, or behavioral concerns.
Trauma, life stress, and emotional difficulties can cause persons to encounter challenges at home, work, and school. Some experiences are routine, although sometimes events create less positive outcomes in family/peer relationships or school/work performance. Persons can feel overly worried or hopeless; engage in damaging behaviors; or face changes to socializing, eating, or sleeping habits. If you are experiencing challenges, I can help you help you modify old patterns using various expressive creative modalities.
Cathy Zedd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Because
children
do not come with a handbook, parents are often wondering if they are parenting correctly. Sometimes your house and your relationships can feel strained due to the challenges of parenting. Parents can feel as if the
child
is in charge of the emotional barometer of the house. Most parents at some point experience feelings of being overwhelmed and not knowing how to be effective and supportive at the same time. Therapy is a way of taking those first steps toward making positive changes for yourself and your family. By making small changes, you will be able to enjoy a more fulfilling parenting experience.
Ken Sanders
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT
Verified
My specialty areas are counseling
children
and adolescents with academic, behavioral, or family issues.
I know you want the best life possible, and at times, it may seem out of reach--but its only temporary. It is my professional and personal belief that in us, we have all that is needed, to live our best life. At times we get "stuck" and we need help--counseling is that help. As a counselor for over 20 years, I have had the opportunity to work with people from various backgrounds. I work along side you and will help you to "see" where you want to go and to develop a plan to get there.
Lauren D Alloy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified
Child
/adolescent treatment specialties include: depression, anxiety, ADHD, defiance, peer difficulties, adoption issues and family conflicts.
Change is possible! For 20 years I have been helping
children
, adolescents, and adults to successfully navigate life's challenges.I have been privileged to witness improved self-esteem, decreased anxiety,improved relaionships and increased hope again and again! I see our work together as a joint venture and feel privileged to support, encourage, participate and help navigate as needed. I offer brief treatment for specific challenges and longer-term treatment for more complicated and/or long-standing psychological problems. My approach to treatment is eclectic and and always individually tailored to the particular client or family.
Wallflower Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, LPC
Verified
I am a licensed professional counselor and lifelong educator with over 20 years of experience working with
children
, adolescents, teens, young adults and families to support developmental, social and emotional wellness.
I bring empathy, knowledge and life experience to helping individuals deepen understanding of themselves and others, face challenging life transitions and endeavors, and build meaningful and successful relationships. I believe in a creative, integrative and relationship-based approach to counseling and utilize a variety of approaches including play therapy, mindfulness, art therapy, parent coaching, and talk therapy. I strive to create a safe, collaborative and compassionate space for those seeking understanding, healing and growth.
Christine Marie Hall
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
I specialize in developmental and psychological evaluations for toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age
children
. Common diagnostic concerns include autism spectrum disorder, learning disorders, ADHD, and social/emotional/behavioral difficulties. I also provide family and individual therapy using cognitive behavioral strategies to help with behavioral problems, anxiety, mood problems, and social skills. Before going into private practice, I was an Associate Professor in the Emory School of Medicine and the Director of Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis at the Marcus Autism Center. My research focused on early and accurate identification of ASD and the differential diagnosis of early childhood problems.
Pathways Transition Programs, INC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community: *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/
child
protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs, INC. is a private, community based mental health services provider. We serve
children
, adolescents, adults, and families residing in Hall County & the surrounding counties of Georgia. PTP is able to provide therapy, paraprofessional, and psychiatry services to both English & Spanish speaking clients. We offer services in the school, home, and community setting. Our comprehensive array of assessments/therapy services foster change & growth while supporting clients to heal their wounds of trauma & life challenges. We provide training/skill development to enhance coping skills & build resilience.
Deiona Carter Boswell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
As a parent I know that seeing your
child
go through these difficult situations can be overwhelming and discouraging. When
children
are having a hard time they don’t always use their words to communicate what they are experiencing. Oftentimes they show it in their behaviors. This can look like tantrums, not listening, avoiding, talking back, misbehaving in school or even self harm. It can be difficult to manage or know what to do when these behaviors occur. Raising
children
can be challenging and guiding them through the stages of growing up can be even more challenging but you don't have to do it alone.
Alexa Adamo Valverde
Counselor, MS, MA, LAPC, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified
I provide narrative and play therapy to safely process trauma (including
child
abuse, domestic violence, reproductive trauma, and more), cultivate self-compassion and a sense of agency.
Are you stuck and needing to process childhood trauma? Do you feel like no one understands the challenges and heartache of infertility (miscarriage, pregnancy loss, IVF or adoption)? Is your
child
sad, anxious, or angry, and you know they need help? I shifted careers into mental health counseling in 2016 after 20 years of community work to end violence against women and
children
. The last 8 of those years, I rode the infertility rollercoaster myself. I am a therapist now because I believe you - and your family - deserve a chance to feel guided and supported on your journey.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Decatur, GA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Decatur build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Decatur build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.