Therapists in Forsyth, GA

Have you found yourself at a place where you are wondering what path to take? A place where either your child or yourself are struggling and yet you are not quite sure what to do next? Taking the first step toward identifying the underlying problem is often a difficult, confusing, and stressful process. From the very first contact, I am committed to helping ease those difficulties as much as possible and guide you along the path most suited for you or your child's needs.

Health and Wellness is my ideal client and I work actively with individuals and families to help create a "space" of peace and emotional stability. I think it is important to work collaboratively with clients because I believe they are their "OWN" best expert. My therapeutic orientation is mostly Rogerian and I utilize a non-directive and motivational interviewing approach to assist people in realizing their personal reasons for change. I implement various strategies that are solution focused and techniques associated with Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral therapy to address mood disorders, behavior problems, and thinking distortions.

I am a licensed psychologist accepting teletherapy patients from all areas of Georgia. In-office patients will be seen at St Simons Psychiatry. I work with all ages incorporating mental, physical and spiritual factors. Therapy with children and teens typically involves better communication with parents and parenting help. Areas of expertise are mood, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, behavior problems, autism, chronic pain, stress and anger management.

Located in Macon and Warner Robins, SBS is a respected practice known for our value-driven services. Our treatment team includes two psychiatrists and ten licensed therapists. Our clinicians are Riuyinosa Elema, MD, Stephen Mallary, MD, Betsy Mills, LPC, CEAP, Director of Clinical Services, Barbara Newton, LMFT, Mary Key, LMFT, Kerri Thompson, LCSW, Martha Fennell, LMFT, Wendie Reynolds, LCSW, Ervin Briones, Ph.D, LPC, Kathryn McGehee, LMFT and Corbin Horne, LAPC.

I love helping clients discover that they have more control over their lives than they think. When we're deep in anxiety or depression, we are often too overwhelmed to see a way out, or are too exhausted to try. I believe in collaboration with my clients. You know you better than anyone, and we will work to find the methods and techniques that fit into your lifestyle. For those on a spiritual path or looking to learn, I also offer a unique blend of psychology and spirituality.

Counseling is a place we can explore the many facets of being a woman and the many roles that we fill. This is a confidential space to confront challenges and general life issues that may crop up in life including but not limited to emotional eating, negative body image, stress and anxiety, poor self-esteem, depressed mood, and neglected self-care. We all face difficulties during our lives. And because of the many roles we, as women, are expected to fulfill, we often do not show our suffering to the outside world. But that's how we feel on the inside. I want you to know that there is nothing wrong with asking for help!

My mantra has always been "No Peace, No Power." Take charge of the one aspect of your life that will help you improve spiritually, physically, and mentally: your mental well-being. I'm here to encourage and guide you on your journey through life. You are not alone, and your value is recognized. I believe in a holistic approach to life, just as there is an integrative approach to therapy. I have a passion and commitment to ensure you receive the upmost attention for your mental wellbeing.

Counseling services focus on helping families and individuals build skills that increase healthy behaviors and foster resiliency. Symptoms and challenges are addressed using a CBT, DBT, Adlerian, and/or a client centered ‘strengths and solutions’ based approach. Emphasis in sessions include gaining awareness of negative self-talk and habits, learning tools to change behaviors, and rewriting new scripts that illuminate strengths, acceptance, and self-discipline. Sand Tray techniques and Play Therapy are additional approaches to help clients process emotions and progress in their goals.

Did you grow up without a consistent and healthy relationship with your parents due to their substance abuse, mental health issues, or verbal and/or physical abuse? Do you struggle with feelings of abandonment, rejection, worthlessness, inadequacy, and low self-esteem? I want to work with you to develop a positive sense of self and to heal from the past traumas associated with your parental and family unit. Life does not warn you about the adverse effects of having a parent that struggles with substance abuse or mental illness which can leave you to sort out the byproducts of your trauma. I have experienced this exact pain.

I am a firm believer that the greatest experiences and our most difficult moments include other people. Relationships with others are not always easy to navigate. Experiences we have with other people can have a huge impact on how we feel about ourselves and the world around us. I love to support people exploring their relationship with themselves and how that can have a positive impact on our relationship with others. I have knowledge and experience working with individuals and couples who have experienced trauma, loss, anxiety, depression, parenting, postpartum and identity issues.

Our Greatest Fear —Marianne Williamson “It is our light not our darkness that most frightens us. Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light not our darkness that most frightens us.” It is when we are faced with our greatest fears when we are in need of someone who we can trust to hear those fears and assist us with equipping ourselves with life skills/tools to overcome and conquer them. I have over 28 years of clinical experience assisting others on how to achieve their best life. It is my belief solutions to our problems are within us.

Our mission is to provide effortlessly accessible behavioral health services to the community in an environment that is safe, warm, inviting, and secure. To remove the fear, shame, inadequacy, and hopelessness that prevents individuals from seeking help while addressing the client’s lack of insight and providing mental health awareness.