Trauma Focused Therapists in Decatur, GA

Do you find that past experiences are limiting how you view yourself or the ease in which you are able to connect with others? Individuals that have experienced adverse experiences can often feel like they have to “get better” by themself which can feel daunting and oftentimes isolating. If you are looking into therapy, I am guessing you have tried your hardest to work through your unique circumstances without long lasting relief. If you are ready to explore the parts of your story that continue to hold you back with someone who will approach your story with curiosity and compassion, you are in the right place.

Managing the challenges of life takes skill that both children and adults have to learn. I enjoy helping people enhance their skills for overcoming problems in positive ways. My goal is to help people learn to manage their emotions and behaviors, help individuals break the cycle of abuse and violence, and help people foster healthy relationships. I provide compassion while helping people find their inner strength and resources for adjusting to the challenges of life.

Each one of us has something very special within us that can help us heal from our emotional wounds, traumas and lead us to a more fulfilling and joyful life. When we begin to listen inward and trust our deepest knowing, we can open ourselves to truth and self-love and live from a more authentic and integrated place. My goal is to facilitate your journey with compassion and support as you navigate the path to healing and wholeness.

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.

Have you ever felt lost in life or that you made a wrong turn somewhere along the way? Maybe you have experienced a traumatic life event or your child is having difficulty regulating their emotions…Or perhaps you are disappointed by unfulfilled dreams and desires? I have personally come to believe that you are never truly lost but rather you are right where you are supposed to be in this very moment. Those various things don’t have to determine the state of your emotional wellness nor define you. Those life experiences can somehow work together and lead you to a place of wholeness, if you allow it.

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!!!

If there were no limits, what would you accomplish? Has anger or anxiety gotten in the way of your dreams? Are you having a difficult time recovering from or letting go of an unhealthy relationship? Is your past preventing you from moving forward? Just know that you have everything within you to overcome your past hurts. More importantly, it is never too late to start over. I use a holistic, non-judgmental, empowerment centered approach to help you face your fears and begin your journey towards self-acceptance and goal achievement.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing in the Atlanta area since 2006, recently relocated to beautiful Walhalla, South Carolina. I have a passion for helping people, individuals and couples, regain control over their lives after experiencing difficult events that have impacted how they see the world and themselves. My philosophy in therapy is that you are your own expert on your life and hold the key to making changes that you want. It is my role and privilege, as your therapist, to walk along side of you, providing support and assisting you with tools that you can carry with you on your journey.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than 10 years of therapy experience. I am passionate about the mental health of individuals struggling with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, depression, and anxiety. I have successfully helped children, families, and adults with adjustment difficulties, traumatic stress exposure, and other concerns that impact their daily functioning.

Have you been feeling hopeless, helpless, or overwhelmed? Are you looking to work through past or current issues that are leaving you feeling stuck? I work with children, individuals, and families who are looking to get back on track and recover from past trauma, depression, anxiety, or low-self-esteem. I would like to assist you with finding the internal peace that you deserve on your journey through life. My goal is to help you to recognize your full potential as an individual or family and to assist you with focusing on what is important to you through gaining inner strength and purpose.

As a counselor and Life Coach, I foster a spiritually motivated, growth-promoting climate for clients to feel comfortable and secure to engage and resolve their issues. I believe we have the capacity to change our lives for the better through self-awareness. Once we become more aware and accepting of ourselves; we uncover our latent abilities, and begin to empower ourselves to make the changes in our lives that we want to see. My client is the focus, and being present and supportive in their process of discovery is pertinent to the therapeutic alliance and the outcome of counseling or coaching.

Holistic Counseling and Wellness Center is a place where you can be yourself, process your experiences and let go of the pain you have been holding on to. At HCWC we provide a virtual, non-judgmental experience where you can feel relaxed in your own environment to openly process your feelings, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, overcome your challenges, and find peace in your now. Our mission is to assist individuals and families with transforming from feeling broken by life experiences to feeling empowered, making intentional choices, and aligning with your full potential.

If you are searching for a therapist to journey with you in your healing process following a traumatic experience(s) that has left you feeling stuck and broken, my practice was designed for you. If you are an adolescent having difficulty making developmental transitions while overcoming mental health challenges, my practice was designed for you. If you are a woman lacking self-confidence and seeking to improve her self-esteem while charting an unknown path for a career and/or relationships, I can support you.

Can you remember the last time you didn’t feel stressed? Has stress become your new normal? You feel depressed and have unrelenting anxiety. You feel stuck and wish the world would slow down. And your body is in a knot - stomach aches, muscle tension, stiff neck, tight jaw. You might be struggling from a lifelong illness, like cancer, going through a life changing event like divorce or job loss, or grieving the loss of a loved one, or don't know why you feel the way you do. You just know you don't like it and feel better. Something has GOT to change.

I am friendly, compassionate, and down to earth; dedicated to ensuring that each client receives the best care possible. Since I believe that each person is unique, I utilize various types of treatment modalities to promote healing and growth including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MIT), and play therapy. I have experience working with a number of mental health and emotional concerns, including anxiety, depression, loss and grief, family dysfunction, anger management, substance abuse, pre-marital/marriage counseling, parenting education and men’s issues.

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.

You may be considering therapy to address a specific problem that is affecting you or your family in a negative or confusing way; maybe you want to understand more about the way you react to things, or talk about difficult or painful experiences. I understand it can be hard to reach out and welcome any questions you have. I believe you are the expert of your own life, and I love exploring the rich knowledge people have about themselves. I am also interested in social and cultural influences, power, resources, and relationships on our shared human experience.

Hello! My name is Caarne, and I like to help people. No matter how you got here, you considered counseling for something happening or not happening in your life or relationships. I am committed to no judgment, side-taking, rehashing, bossing, or bullying. Look forward to an empathetic, compassionate, and solution-focused listener, facilitating the next phase of your journey.

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.

I have successfully partnered with clients battling a history of trauma involving abuse, neglect (including abandonment), depression, grief/loss, low self-esteem and general transitions of life as well as those struggling with difficult family dynamics (i.e., parents, step-parents, siblings, etc.). I'm confident that I can help you clarify your challenges and confront any emotional or behavioral roadblocks that have made life difficult for you. Trust me to help you see the bigger picture and to make the changes that will serve you well.