Gestalt Therapists in Decatur, GA
I am a Georgia licensed clinical social worker providing holistic therapy to adults, through individual therapy and group therapy. I practice within a proactive compassionate teamwork based model. If you are ready to jump in, I am right here to jump in with you. This may include homework between sessions and other ways to continue toward your goals in and out of the therapy office. Our connection and team-spiritedness is the foundation of our work together. I promise to always treat you with kindness, compassion, respect, cultural competency and unconditional positive regard.
I am a Georgia licensed clinical social worker providing holistic therapy to adults, through individual therapy and group therapy. I practice within a proactive compassionate teamwork based model. If you are ready to jump in, I am right here to jump in with you. This may include homework between sessions and other ways to continue toward your goals in and out of the therapy office. Our connection and team-spiritedness is the foundation of our work together. I promise to always treat you with kindness, compassion, respect, cultural competency and unconditional positive regard.
I am a licensed registered therapist in the State of Georgia. I have over 15 years of experience in helping individuals, couples, and families who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and anger. My mission is to restore hope, build self-esteem, and confidence with my clients. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I am a licensed registered therapist in the State of Georgia. I have over 15 years of experience in helping individuals, couples, and families who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and anger. My mission is to restore hope, build self-esteem, and confidence with my clients. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
The future may not feel bright right now. You may be overcome by a feeling of hopelessness that seems like it will last forever. The death of a loved one, the loss of your identity, or loneliness might feel all-consuming. Let the part of you that wants things to be different help you to reach out. I am here to provide a safe space to be heard, to be supported, and to help you identify your unique gifts and strengths. Together we can collaborate to restore balance to your life and let some of the light back in.
The future may not feel bright right now. You may be overcome by a feeling of hopelessness that seems like it will last forever. The death of a loved one, the loss of your identity, or loneliness might feel all-consuming. Let the part of you that wants things to be different help you to reach out. I am here to provide a safe space to be heard, to be supported, and to help you identify your unique gifts and strengths. Together we can collaborate to restore balance to your life and let some of the light back in.
Chances are things suck for you right now if you’re on Psychology Today trolling for therapists. You know that something has to change because the way things are right now feels unbearable. There has to be something that can make things better, that you can do to change your circumstances - you just don't know what it is.
Yet.
But you're ready to do what it takes. You're here after all. You're looking answers and solutions. Maybe you've even found some, just not enough.
I’m Rachael Kates, I’m an LCSW and I’ve been there. I want to take you the rest of the way.
If you let me I'll help you pull your ass out of the pit you’re in.
Chances are things suck for you right now if you’re on Psychology Today trolling for therapists. You know that something has to change because the way things are right now feels unbearable. There has to be something that can make things better, that you can do to change your circumstances - you just don't know what it is.
Yet.
But you're ready to do what it takes. You're here after all. You're looking answers and solutions. Maybe you've even found some, just not enough.
I’m Rachael Kates, I’m an LCSW and I’ve been there. I want to take you the rest of the way.
If you let me I'll help you pull your ass out of the pit you’re in.
I find it is important to focus not only on the problems in someone's life, but also to hear what is working well. My private practice is as much about finding and affirming positive aspects of a person's life as it is about addressing and healing problems and difficulties. This way, the therapy session is not just about dealing with issues, but about seeing what might be possible in someone's life.
I find it is important to focus not only on the problems in someone's life, but also to hear what is working well. My private practice is as much about finding and affirming positive aspects of a person's life as it is about addressing and healing problems and difficulties. This way, the therapy session is not just about dealing with issues, but about seeing what might be possible in someone's life.
When appropriate I will use techniques such as Gestalt therapy, psychomotor, DBT, meditation practice, EMDR, and energy work.
With more than 40 years of experience, I believe that psychotherapy can provide a "safe container," a non-judgmental place, in which clients can confront their issues in complete confidentiality without fear of rejection. There is no blueprint for this process; together we create the path leading to each client's inner wisdom and healing.
When appropriate I will use techniques such as Gestalt therapy, psychomotor, DBT, meditation practice, EMDR, and energy work.
With more than 40 years of experience, I believe that psychotherapy can provide a "safe container," a non-judgmental place, in which clients can confront their issues in complete confidentiality without fear of rejection. There is no blueprint for this process; together we create the path leading to each client's inner wisdom and healing.
My name is Dr. Wax David Flowers. I have over 30 years of clinical experience. I have been a member of the American Psychological Assn. since 1996. I have been a licensed clinical social worker with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology since 1997. I have written two books, Alcoholism: A Disease or not! and Happiness is Yours: You Deserve It. This book focuses on treating depression. I have treated several psychiatric patients. I am experienced in treating substance abuse, depression, family therapy, adolescent therapy, school problems, and behavioral therapy. I have done extensive work in couples therapy and improving communication.
My name is Dr. Wax David Flowers. I have over 30 years of clinical experience. I have been a member of the American Psychological Assn. since 1996. I have been a licensed clinical social worker with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology since 1997. I have written two books, Alcoholism: A Disease or not! and Happiness is Yours: You Deserve It. This book focuses on treating depression. I have treated several psychiatric patients. I am experienced in treating substance abuse, depression, family therapy, adolescent therapy, school problems, and behavioral therapy. I have done extensive work in couples therapy and improving communication.
I am a licensed professional counselor and yoga teacher currently offering in-person and virtual individual and couples counseling for adults. I use a blend of Internal Family Systems (IFS or Parts work), Imago relational therapy and somatic practices to help develop insight, facilitate healing and strengthen self-compassion and trust.
I am a licensed professional counselor and yoga teacher currently offering in-person and virtual individual and couples counseling for adults. I use a blend of Internal Family Systems (IFS or Parts work), Imago relational therapy and somatic practices to help develop insight, facilitate healing and strengthen self-compassion and trust.
Dr. Tonya Sumner Brown Queen Of Hearts
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MDiv, LPC, CPCS, DVISII
Decatur, GA 30034
I have 32 years of counseling experience. I blend Spiritual (when requested) and Clinical Counseling. Many spiritual people across America are confused about where to go for counseling. My husband of 30 years and I have traveled the world with many religions. I have 2 Bachelors, 2 Master of Divinity Degrees, a Post-Masters in Hospital & Hospice Chaplaincy, and a PsyD. in Psychology. I was a Chaplain intern, resident or taught religious programs at many Atlanta hospitals. I am a HIV/AIDS, cancer and bereavement specialist. I bring a multiplicity of clinical specialties and counseling modalities to my clients from 2 and up.
I have 32 years of counseling experience. I blend Spiritual (when requested) and Clinical Counseling. Many spiritual people across America are confused about where to go for counseling. My husband of 30 years and I have traveled the world with many religions. I have 2 Bachelors, 2 Master of Divinity Degrees, a Post-Masters in Hospital & Hospice Chaplaincy, and a PsyD. in Psychology. I was a Chaplain intern, resident or taught religious programs at many Atlanta hospitals. I am a HIV/AIDS, cancer and bereavement specialist. I bring a multiplicity of clinical specialties and counseling modalities to my clients from 2 and up.
Therapy for Perfectionists, Super Couples, Neurodiverse Folks, and Anyone Tired of “Add to Cart” Coping: Ever catch yourself doom-scrolling and “adding to cart” when life gets overwhelming? You’re not alone. If you’re reading this, you’re probably a high-achieving individual or one half of a “super couple”—successful, driven, but sometimes feeling disconnected or misunderstood. Maybe you’re navigating the beautiful chaos of neurodiversity (ADHD, AuDHD, Autism Spectrum, or just your own unique wiring), wrestling with intimacy, or facing the pain of chronic sexual issues. If so, you’ve found your port in the storm
Therapy for Perfectionists, Super Couples, Neurodiverse Folks, and Anyone Tired of “Add to Cart” Coping: Ever catch yourself doom-scrolling and “adding to cart” when life gets overwhelming? You’re not alone. If you’re reading this, you’re probably a high-achieving individual or one half of a “super couple”—successful, driven, but sometimes feeling disconnected or misunderstood. Maybe you’re navigating the beautiful chaos of neurodiversity (ADHD, AuDHD, Autism Spectrum, or just your own unique wiring), wrestling with intimacy, or facing the pain of chronic sexual issues. If so, you’ve found your port in the storm
Sometimes, life gets in the way. Whether it be relationships, career, money, or just personal, it happens! We all want to feel balanced and not like the world is going to come crashing down on us. But sometimes, we all need that extra push and feel that we are being supported along the way.
Sometimes, life gets in the way. Whether it be relationships, career, money, or just personal, it happens! We all want to feel balanced and not like the world is going to come crashing down on us. But sometimes, we all need that extra push and feel that we are being supported along the way.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed by cycles you can’t seem to break? Maybe it’s depression, anxiety, anger, addiction, trauma, or grief that keeps showing up—louder than your peace. At Zeke Andrews Hypnotherapy, I help people access powerful, lasting change by working with the root—not just the symptoms.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed by cycles you can’t seem to break? Maybe it’s depression, anxiety, anger, addiction, trauma, or grief that keeps showing up—louder than your peace. At Zeke Andrews Hypnotherapy, I help people access powerful, lasting change by working with the root—not just the symptoms.
My goal is to provide focused treatment to help you feel better quickly. You can learn skills to reduce anxiety, mood swings, and negative life patterns. We may be a good match if you are experiencing grief or loss, relationship distress, anxiety, depression, or PTSD from trauma, or if you want to increase self-care. I also work well with children of alcoholics and caregivers (w/ a loved-one with dementia or illness.) Overall, I strive to help clients become more joyful and successful with themselves and with others. I welcome clients with a range of multicultural, gender and sexual identities, and I am committed to social justice.
My goal is to provide focused treatment to help you feel better quickly. You can learn skills to reduce anxiety, mood swings, and negative life patterns. We may be a good match if you are experiencing grief or loss, relationship distress, anxiety, depression, or PTSD from trauma, or if you want to increase self-care. I also work well with children of alcoholics and caregivers (w/ a loved-one with dementia or illness.) Overall, I strive to help clients become more joyful and successful with themselves and with others. I welcome clients with a range of multicultural, gender and sexual identities, and I am committed to social justice.
My goal with each clients, is to discover the narrative they’ve developed and do the introspective work that will assist in healing of any self sabotaging thinking that leads to behaviors and consequences.
My goal with each clients, is to discover the narrative they’ve developed and do the introspective work that will assist in healing of any self sabotaging thinking that leads to behaviors and consequences.
Jennifer B Crosson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT
Decatur, GA 30033
Waitlist for new clients
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 modalities.
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 modalities.
If you're reading this, SOMETHING is not working in your life. Therapy can help! We-you and I-- work to help you identify the motivations, feelings and behaviors that might be undermining your efforts to have a satisfying life. Your past can offer context/insight for the present, but we will mainly focus on the "now" with an eye towards the future. I use psycho-dynamic, CBT and the Couple's Developmental Model to help individuals and couples develop more agency and self-awareness to bring about the changes that they want in their lives.
If you're reading this, SOMETHING is not working in your life. Therapy can help! We-you and I-- work to help you identify the motivations, feelings and behaviors that might be undermining your efforts to have a satisfying life. Your past can offer context/insight for the present, but we will mainly focus on the "now" with an eye towards the future. I use psycho-dynamic, CBT and the Couple's Developmental Model to help individuals and couples develop more agency and self-awareness to bring about the changes that they want in their lives.
Twilynn has over 26 years experience working in the Human Services Industry. She provides individual, couple, and family therapy. She specializes in working with those who suffer from depression, have experienced trauma and abuse, experience anxiety and stress, have communication challenges within their family system, and/or have difficulty in making life transitions. She has extensive experience working with adolescents addressing, self-esteem issues, teaching decision-making and problem solving skills, and working through school related issues. Twilynn also has extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA community.
Twilynn has over 26 years experience working in the Human Services Industry. She provides individual, couple, and family therapy. She specializes in working with those who suffer from depression, have experienced trauma and abuse, experience anxiety and stress, have communication challenges within their family system, and/or have difficulty in making life transitions. She has extensive experience working with adolescents addressing, self-esteem issues, teaching decision-making and problem solving skills, and working through school related issues. Twilynn also has extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA community.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience in the practice of psychotherapy with individuals, couples, and groups in the Decatur/Emory area. As a psychotherapist, I have training and experience in using a broad range of treatment approaches. My focus will be on you and your needs, on building a relationship that fits you, and on working with you to find the specific interventions and life skills that can work for you.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience in the practice of psychotherapy with individuals, couples, and groups in the Decatur/Emory area. As a psychotherapist, I have training and experience in using a broad range of treatment approaches. My focus will be on you and your needs, on building a relationship that fits you, and on working with you to find the specific interventions and life skills that can work for you.
I have over 15 years of counseling experience with clients of all ages. Multicultural issues, marriage and family, and abuse are areas close to my heart. My practice is based on serving clients with empathy and compassion, and providing coping skills to support their growth and development.
I have over 15 years of counseling experience with clients of all ages. Multicultural issues, marriage and family, and abuse are areas close to my heart. My practice is based on serving clients with empathy and compassion, and providing coping skills to support their growth and development.
If you’ve ever felt drained by people who only take, whispered to yourself, “I deserve better than this,” I see you. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or partner, the love you’ve given and the hurt it left behind matters. Even when you’ve questioned your worth, something inside you still hopes for care, safety, and a love that starts with yourself. That hope is real. It reminds you that protecting your heart, setting boundaries, and choosing yourself is not selfish.
If you’ve ever felt drained by people who only take, whispered to yourself, “I deserve better than this,” I see you. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or partner, the love you’ve given and the hurt it left behind matters. Even when you’ve questioned your worth, something inside you still hopes for care, safety, and a love that starts with yourself. That hope is real. It reminds you that protecting your heart, setting boundaries, and choosing yourself is not selfish.
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Gestalt Therapists
What is gestalt therapy?
Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behavior, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.
How does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.
How long does gestalt therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.
Does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.