Female Therapists in Forsyth County, GA
’m passionate about helping parents nurture strong, healthy relationships with their children—and themselves. Using the Nurturing Parenting curriculum and Parenting in the 21st Century, I guide families in building deeper connections, understanding child development, and practicing positive discipline rooted in empathy and respect.
In addition to parenting support, I also offer anger management services. I help individuals develop healthier ways to manage emotions using person-centered, solution-focused, and cognitive-behavioral (CBT) techniques. Whether it's navigating daily stress or learning to respond instead of react.
’m passionate about helping parents nurture strong, healthy relationships with their children—and themselves. Using the Nurturing Parenting curriculum and Parenting in the 21st Century, I guide families in building deeper connections, understanding child development, and practicing positive discipline rooted in empathy and respect.
In addition to parenting support, I also offer anger management services. I help individuals develop healthier ways to manage emotions using person-centered, solution-focused, and cognitive-behavioral (CBT) techniques. Whether it's navigating daily stress or learning to respond instead of react.
I am excited to connect with people who are looking to open up and talk about their past, present, or future. I have experience working with the following areas: family violence, trauma, relationship conflict, changes in family structure, parenting, grief, health and wellness.
I am excited to connect with people who are looking to open up and talk about their past, present, or future. I have experience working with the following areas: family violence, trauma, relationship conflict, changes in family structure, parenting, grief, health and wellness.
Have you noticed that you have been feeling anxious, down, stressed, or stuck? Are you ready to improve how you feel and think? I can provide support with issues related to depression, anxiety, relationships, school, and many other issues. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and enjoy helping clients with concerns related to gender identity and sexual orientation. My background has included pediatrics and adult counseling.
Have you noticed that you have been feeling anxious, down, stressed, or stuck? Are you ready to improve how you feel and think? I can provide support with issues related to depression, anxiety, relationships, school, and many other issues. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and enjoy helping clients with concerns related to gender identity and sexual orientation. My background has included pediatrics and adult counseling.
I am a passionate wellbeing leader who understands the importance of self-care in order to get the most out life. My unique background has allowed me to work with disabled patients in rehab programs, serve as a coordinator of wrap-around services for children with special needs, and gain experience in corporate positions that require attention to detail and demand work-life balance. This journey has taught me to be empathetic to my client's circumstances. I have a client-centered approach that considers every aspect of their lives, and meet each person where they are in their mental wellness journey.
I am a passionate wellbeing leader who understands the importance of self-care in order to get the most out life. My unique background has allowed me to work with disabled patients in rehab programs, serve as a coordinator of wrap-around services for children with special needs, and gain experience in corporate positions that require attention to detail and demand work-life balance. This journey has taught me to be empathetic to my client's circumstances. I have a client-centered approach that considers every aspect of their lives, and meet each person where they are in their mental wellness journey.
Does it feel as if your world is falling apart or you are having a difficult time staying focused? Are you looking to manage stress, anxiety or depression? I am here to help. Connect with me for a therapeutic conversation to help you meet your personal goals for emotional balance and healing. Here is where you will find a private, compassionate, empathetic, judgement free and supportive healing space. I am ready to support and assist you along your journey to optimal balance in your mental and emotional health.
Does it feel as if your world is falling apart or you are having a difficult time staying focused? Are you looking to manage stress, anxiety or depression? I am here to help. Connect with me for a therapeutic conversation to help you meet your personal goals for emotional balance and healing. Here is where you will find a private, compassionate, empathetic, judgement free and supportive healing space. I am ready to support and assist you along your journey to optimal balance in your mental and emotional health.
Do you feel like past or current challenges leave you feeling stuck? Are you feeling lost, unmotived or hopeless? Have you noticed yourself falling into unhealthy patterns? Are you seeking a therapeutic space that acknowledges you as a whole, complex person while you work toward your goals and get back on track? I work with individuals (18+), parents and families to address these concerns. As your therapist, I will work with you on what you are doing well, equip you with needed knowledge, skills, and resources, and empower you to get “unstuck” as you heal, adapt, and thrive.
Do you feel like past or current challenges leave you feeling stuck? Are you feeling lost, unmotived or hopeless? Have you noticed yourself falling into unhealthy patterns? Are you seeking a therapeutic space that acknowledges you as a whole, complex person while you work toward your goals and get back on track? I work with individuals (18+), parents and families to address these concerns. As your therapist, I will work with you on what you are doing well, equip you with needed knowledge, skills, and resources, and empower you to get “unstuck” as you heal, adapt, and thrive.
Do you find yourself struggling to engage in meaningful relationships? Are you unhappy with the current path you are on? Whatever your struggles are, you are not alone! Therapy can be an excellent place for you to work on the things keeping you from feeling fulfilled. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who provides therapy services for diagnoses including, but not limited to mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma disorders. I enjoy working with teens, adults, and couples and my specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues.
Do you find yourself struggling to engage in meaningful relationships? Are you unhappy with the current path you are on? Whatever your struggles are, you are not alone! Therapy can be an excellent place for you to work on the things keeping you from feeling fulfilled. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who provides therapy services for diagnoses including, but not limited to mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and trauma disorders. I enjoy working with teens, adults, and couples and my specialties include anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship issues.
Being a child can be challenging, and parenting them can be even harder! When children are faced with big emotions and challenges, sometimes they need support navigating life in a way that keeps them growing forward. When caregivers have tried books, talking to other parents, and nothing seems to work, therapy can sometimes offer the missing piece they need to help their children. I utilize therapeutic play techniques and developmentally appropriate skills to address challenges with emotional regulation, relationship challenges, and many of the other hurdles kids face every day.
Being a child can be challenging, and parenting them can be even harder! When children are faced with big emotions and challenges, sometimes they need support navigating life in a way that keeps them growing forward. When caregivers have tried books, talking to other parents, and nothing seems to work, therapy can sometimes offer the missing piece they need to help their children. I utilize therapeutic play techniques and developmentally appropriate skills to address challenges with emotional regulation, relationship challenges, and many of the other hurdles kids face every day.
I am a clinical psychologist working with adults experiencing depression and anxiety, with specialized training in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I have a strong interest in Women's Health with a focus on pregnancy, the postpartum period and infertility. I value assisting women and their partners as they journey through these intense life events.
I am a clinical psychologist working with adults experiencing depression and anxiety, with specialized training in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I have a strong interest in Women's Health with a focus on pregnancy, the postpartum period and infertility. I value assisting women and their partners as they journey through these intense life events.
Amanda O. Reedinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CPCS
3 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
I'm committed to assisting people who've experienced traumatic life events. My goal is to guide you during life's storms, to provide a springboard to propel you toward a fuller, more meaningful life of your choosing. I trust your strengths and abilities to become your greatest self through discovery of your innate self-worth. I embrace and value your uniqueness and individuality and strive to advocate for all. I specialize in working with individuals overcoming trauma and the LGBT community. I look forward to assisting in your journey to peace. I happy incorporate energy work into my practice when requested by clients.
I'm committed to assisting people who've experienced traumatic life events. My goal is to guide you during life's storms, to provide a springboard to propel you toward a fuller, more meaningful life of your choosing. I trust your strengths and abilities to become your greatest self through discovery of your innate self-worth. I embrace and value your uniqueness and individuality and strive to advocate for all. I specialize in working with individuals overcoming trauma and the LGBT community. I look forward to assisting in your journey to peace. I happy incorporate energy work into my practice when requested by clients.
I provide diagnostic assessment for ADHD and ADD, individual and couple's counseling. I also offer clinical evaluation for immigrant populations which makes a huge difference in the outcome of an immigration case. My evaluations helps the best immigration attorneys in filing cases such as a waiver petition for extreme hardship, trauma related to domestic abuse (VAWA) or victims of crime (U-Visa or T-Visa), Cancellation of Removal, Political/Humanitarian Asylum, and even Applications for Naturalization. I have 26 years of experience
I provide diagnostic assessment for ADHD and ADD, individual and couple's counseling. I also offer clinical evaluation for immigrant populations which makes a huge difference in the outcome of an immigration case. My evaluations helps the best immigration attorneys in filing cases such as a waiver petition for extreme hardship, trauma related to domestic abuse (VAWA) or victims of crime (U-Visa or T-Visa), Cancellation of Removal, Political/Humanitarian Asylum, and even Applications for Naturalization. I have 26 years of experience
Do you feel like you or your child will never be the same again? Do you wonder if the trauma you have experienced is impacting your parenting? Many of my clients feel this way and are relieved to learn that there is hope for healing. My name is Lauren and I can help. Although I have advanced training in play therapy with children, I also work with teens and adults. I can help your child or teen with trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression. I have a passion for working with parents to build parenting skills and increase healthy communication with their child/teen. I also assist adults with trauma and life transitions.
Do you feel like you or your child will never be the same again? Do you wonder if the trauma you have experienced is impacting your parenting? Many of my clients feel this way and are relieved to learn that there is hope for healing. My name is Lauren and I can help. Although I have advanced training in play therapy with children, I also work with teens and adults. I can help your child or teen with trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression. I have a passion for working with parents to build parenting skills and increase healthy communication with their child/teen. I also assist adults with trauma and life transitions.
We believe that healthy, passionate, and connected marriages are possible and we make it our life's work to advocate for marriages in which each partner feels empowered, secure, and cherished. We believe in a passionate and mutually satisfying sex life and we work to help you transform your sex life. We understand the importance of empathetic, thorough and expert care. Therefore we treat you with authentic respect and empathy from our very first interaction. Our team is highly qualified to work with marital and relational dynamics. Each clinician has post-graduate training/certification in various areas of the marital relationship.
We believe that healthy, passionate, and connected marriages are possible and we make it our life's work to advocate for marriages in which each partner feels empowered, secure, and cherished. We believe in a passionate and mutually satisfying sex life and we work to help you transform your sex life. We understand the importance of empathetic, thorough and expert care. Therefore we treat you with authentic respect and empathy from our very first interaction. Our team is highly qualified to work with marital and relational dynamics. Each clinician has post-graduate training/certification in various areas of the marital relationship.
Jaclyn is associated with Hope & Growth Counseling Services, LLC. Jaclyn Barnum is a fully licensed clinical social worker, marriage and family therapy certificate and a Human Services Board Certified practitioner. Jaclyn's biggest focus is listening to her clients, helping them with where they are at, and helping them move forward in the direction they want to go. Jaclyn is kind and feels that listening to her clients is the best way to help. Jaclyn provides several focuses in the areas of DBT and CBT. Jaclyn can also complete several different types of assessments. Currently accepting new clients and looks forward to helping you
Jaclyn is associated with Hope & Growth Counseling Services, LLC. Jaclyn Barnum is a fully licensed clinical social worker, marriage and family therapy certificate and a Human Services Board Certified practitioner. Jaclyn's biggest focus is listening to her clients, helping them with where they are at, and helping them move forward in the direction they want to go. Jaclyn is kind and feels that listening to her clients is the best way to help. Jaclyn provides several focuses in the areas of DBT and CBT. Jaclyn can also complete several different types of assessments. Currently accepting new clients and looks forward to helping you
Now taking new clients. It is my honor and privilege to walk alongside my clients in a supportive, non-judgmental relationship, giving them a safe space for self-awareness, learning healthy coping skills, and improving their quality of life. I work best with adults and adolescents age 14+.
Now taking new clients. It is my honor and privilege to walk alongside my clients in a supportive, non-judgmental relationship, giving them a safe space for self-awareness, learning healthy coping skills, and improving their quality of life. I work best with adults and adolescents age 14+.
I received my Masters of Social Work from West Virginia University, with a specialization in children and families. I have provided mental health services to children, teens, adults and families for over 21 years. I work from a strengths-based perspective infused with elements of art and play, building upon individual strengths and encouraging self-awareness. I works with children, adolescents, young adults and families in an individual and family setting. I specialize in working with children ages 4-18 to address issues such as defiance, ADHD, OCD, family dynamics, depression and anxiety.
I received my Masters of Social Work from West Virginia University, with a specialization in children and families. I have provided mental health services to children, teens, adults and families for over 21 years. I work from a strengths-based perspective infused with elements of art and play, building upon individual strengths and encouraging self-awareness. I works with children, adolescents, young adults and families in an individual and family setting. I specialize in working with children ages 4-18 to address issues such as defiance, ADHD, OCD, family dynamics, depression and anxiety.
Hi! I’m Shawna and I am looking forward to working with you. I have my masters in social work and have worked with both children and adults in many different capacities. I am compassionate and have always had a passion for encouraging others to live out their best life. I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. Therapy is a collaborative approach for fostering growth. I am deeply committed to providing a safe, inclusive environment where every client feels safe and heard.
As I pursue my social work licensure, I am committed to ongoing professional development.
Hi! I’m Shawna and I am looking forward to working with you. I have my masters in social work and have worked with both children and adults in many different capacities. I am compassionate and have always had a passion for encouraging others to live out their best life. I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. Therapy is a collaborative approach for fostering growth. I am deeply committed to providing a safe, inclusive environment where every client feels safe and heard.
As I pursue my social work licensure, I am committed to ongoing professional development.
At age 50, I excitedly decided to go back to school to become a counselor after a long career in education. Why, you might ask? Because of you. I see people hurting and struggling to make sense of themselves and the world around them-and I have always been someone people come to when they need support. I have a great listening ear and a keen intuition and ability to connect. If you are struggling to manage change in your life, internal struggles, loss, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, (the list could go on), you are not alone. I have a singular goal: To help you heal and reach the goals you would like to meet for yourself.
At age 50, I excitedly decided to go back to school to become a counselor after a long career in education. Why, you might ask? Because of you. I see people hurting and struggling to make sense of themselves and the world around them-and I have always been someone people come to when they need support. I have a great listening ear and a keen intuition and ability to connect. If you are struggling to manage change in your life, internal struggles, loss, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, (the list could go on), you are not alone. I have a singular goal: To help you heal and reach the goals you would like to meet for yourself.
You wanted to have a lasting relationship with your partner and it did not work out. Now you have to be able to deal and heal while co-parenting your children. Your life has taken a turn that you did not foresee and you are having trouble handling the stress, changes, and fluctuation of emotions that come with the transitions while having to muster up the courage to effectively co-parent with your ex-partner. I want to meet parents where they are and help them heal while helping them focus on solutions and offering flexible was work through these challenges via online, video, or phone.
You wanted to have a lasting relationship with your partner and it did not work out. Now you have to be able to deal and heal while co-parenting your children. Your life has taken a turn that you did not foresee and you are having trouble handling the stress, changes, and fluctuation of emotions that come with the transitions while having to muster up the courage to effectively co-parent with your ex-partner. I want to meet parents where they are and help them heal while helping them focus on solutions and offering flexible was work through these challenges via online, video, or phone.
Deborah L Brehm
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, CTRT-Tr, CPCS
1 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Deborah Brehm is a Licensed Professional Counselor and trainer of Etiotropic Trauma Management. She has a Specialists Degree in psychological trauma from Georgia State University. In 2022 she moved her practice to Cumming, GA. Her passion for trauma led her to Etiotropic Trauma Management with its clinical component Trauma Resolution Therapy, ETM TRT(c) she has completed an intense study program to become a trainer, in January, 2008 was certified as a trainer of ETM TRT(c)
Deborah Brehm is a Licensed Professional Counselor and trainer of Etiotropic Trauma Management. She has a Specialists Degree in psychological trauma from Georgia State University. In 2022 she moved her practice to Cumming, GA. Her passion for trauma led her to Etiotropic Trauma Management with its clinical component Trauma Resolution Therapy, ETM TRT(c) she has completed an intense study program to become a trainer, in January, 2008 was certified as a trainer of ETM TRT(c)
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.