Parenting Therapists in Decatur, GA
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Andy Andersen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed psychologist. I complete psychological evaluations on children, adolescents and adults. For children, I specialize in attachment stress in children who have been been adopted or otherwise are being raised by someone other than their biological parents. For adults, I specialize in general personality assessment and
parenting
capacity.

Lauren D Alloy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
I also offer
parenting
support and skills training.
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.

Kathy M. Glover
MS, CAMS, TOT, CPLC, SGS
My name is Koach Kathy, I am here to help you be successful in the Game of Life. Life is full of transitions. During transitions support is extremely valuable. I am here to support you during your transitions. Women in transition! Men in transition! Being successful in love, divorce,
parenting
, empty nest, caregiver for
parent
, child going to school, child leaving school, losing a
parent
. Transitions, transitions, transitions! I am here to support you! Change is challenging! There are no written instruction on love,
parenting
, being a partner or being a caregiver. Please allow me to support you through the challenges that life presents.

Cathy Zedd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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.

Joyce Kohlenberg Kinnard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you experiencing issues with relationships, looking for help as you try to be an effective
parent
, or feeling anxious a lot? My therapy practice is rooted in years of experience working with people as an attorney--now I enjoy helping people on their path towards personal healing and growth. We are living in stressful times--I look forward to hearing about your challenges and helping you as we look for solutions together.

Leigh Anne Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also specialize in life transitions, job stress, and family/
parenting
issues.
My goal is to help you find happiness and calm in life. Sometimes, we go through a life changing experience that can make us feel out of control. Other times the stress of life builds slowly and before you know it, it's just too much to bear. By listening and working together, we can find a clearer path to feeling calmer and more in control. If you are trying to cope with stress in various stages of life, whether it is at work or at home, and find that you cannot do it alone, please reach out and set up a free 15 minute consultation. I am currently only seeing adult individual clients at this time.

Georgia Life Center, Inc.
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CAMS, FVIP, CADCII, ICADC, SAP
Verified
Verified
I believe all people can be happy and healthy if they are willing to work on themselves and their relationships. I can meet all of your court-ordered needs. I specialize in family violence, anger management,
parenting
skills, values clarification, shoplifting groups, individual guidance, and non-DUI Substance Abuse Evaluations and Treatment. Please give me a call to join one of our male or female groups or to schedule an individual session.

Cortney Weissglass
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I work with adolescents and adults surrounding difficulties with anxiety, depression, adult ADHD,
parenting
, and managing the stresses of college or work or striving to find your own work-life balance. I will work together with you, both as a guide and as your team member, to help you set goals and work to meet those personal goals. I will help you to not only alleviate your symptoms as quickly as possible, but will help you to understand the causes of your difficulties sufficiently so that you will less likely experience a re-emergence of symptoms as soon as therapy ends.

Monica B. Shannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I've always had a passion for assisting individuals in need. If you are dealing with the challenges of life it would be a privilege to help you get through the obstacles we are sometimes dealing with. You may have feelings of depression,
parenting
issues or simply trying to get yourself back on track. It is my hope that I can accompany you as you step out on faith and allow me to join you as you begin your path to health and wellness. As your therapist, we will work together in achieving whatever positive goals that you may have in mind.

Robin Kirkpatrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Grief,
Parenting
, Trauma, and Thought Disorders: these are my areas of expertise.
My style is direct, compassionate, and engaging. I help parents provide effective and supportive care to teens whose moods and behaviors may seem confusing, frustrating or even scary. I am excellent resource for young adults transtioning to college and young adulthood. I help people navigating sudden and expected loss with dignity and compassion. Grief is a multi-faceted experience and having a trustworthy guide can make navigating it less frightening. I look forward to connecting with you in the process of building on the strengths and resilience you already possess.

Amy Rostand Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have a general private practice seeing adolescents and adults in individual, couples and family therapies. Among my areas of work are: couples transitioning to parenthood, working with women who are experiencing prenatal and postpartum issues, families having young children with disabilities,
parenting
difficulties, relationship problems, adolescents and young adults struggling with life transitions, and general stress, anxiety and depression.
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative, drawing from many sources particularly psychodynamic and relational principles. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to be present with you, providing a safe space to explore what emerges during the therapy sessions.

Maureen P. Nolan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MACC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I offer
parenting
and individual sessions.
Is your attention scattered? How is your decision-making? Some of your thoughts may be scattered. Your daily routines may still be new, or they need stability and have limitations. Find your place of strength in your body. Breathe and believe in your abilities. Experience compassionate healing. I guide you to process thoughts and emotions for personal growth, recovery, and change. Discover your personal sense of grounding. It is available to every person, in every situation.

Heidi M Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Also, I offer support to parents with kids struggling with anxiety via Supportive
Parenting
for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) and or Positive Discipline
parent
training.
At Atlanta CBT, I help adults with anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and depression using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness training. In addition to those core areas of focus, I am a seasoned therapist also possessing skills and experience to guide adults through grief, spiritual exploration,
parenting
, family relationships, adjusting to life’s stressors, and issues associated with diversity and inclusion.

Sarah Hamm Spencer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Struggling as a
parent
? Having power struggles with your little one or teen? Are you are your partner arguing a lot on how to
parent
? Finding yourself angry and frustrated? Is your child struggling at home &/or at school? Let's work together on building your connection with your child, helping you and & your child/ren learn how to decrease the power struggles in your home, & you and your partner being on the same page. Are you preparing for a life commitment/marriage & want a strong foundation?

Jasmin Felton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC
Verified
Verified
Sometimes individuals struggle with managing daily life challenges, stress, depression,
parenting
woes, difficult relationships, self-esteem, mental health, family problems and many other issues that come with life. When you're suffering, it's natural to want to talk to someone about your problems.
Waitlist for new clients

Monique Wischusen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am passionate about providing services to adult women in all the different stages of life - being single, motherhood,
parenting
, caring for others- navigating careers, relationships, and life!.
Session times are 8 am-12 pm M-F. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Georgia. I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of New Orleans and my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern Mississippi. I also earned the TeleMental Health Training Certificate (THTC) through the completion of the comprehensive THTC program. I also have training in EMDR and Internal Family Systems.

Danielle R Crockett
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC-S, NCC, RPT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
My specialty includes assisting clients with life transitions, relationship/marital difficulties, depression, emotional issues, anxiety, self-esteem, work difficulties, stress management,
parent
child reunification,
parent
and co-
parenting
counseling, and consulting.
Whether you feel stuck, have unhealthy relationships or thoughts, together we will navigate life's challenges and explore new ways of thinking, feeling, and living. I welcome older teens and adults to overcome obstacles by helping them to cope with life transitions. Currently, all sessions are conducted virtually.

Cynthia (Cindi) L Bockwitz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S
Verified
Verified
Parenting
is tough. Being a kid is tough. Being in relationship is tough. Therapy is tough and requires work. People do the best they can, with what they know, at any given time. When we know better, we do better. However, at times life is overwhelming, and situations can exceed one's ability to cope with them effectively. We are all part of various systems (family, work, community, school) and sometimes desire/require assistance in navigating those systems in a healthy manner. The ability to reach out for help is an act of courage and risk taking. Visit www.clbockwitz.com for further details.

Lauren Williams
Counselor, MA, LAPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in helping individuals experiencing numerous issues such as: life transitions, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, anger management issues, relationship issues, co-
parenting
, and grief/loss.
Congratulations! You have taken a really big step towards healing in searching for a therapist! Finding the right therapist can be a bit difficult, but I want to make this process as easy as possible for you!

Sandy McFarland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
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.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.