Adoption Therapists in Lowndes County, GA
The Decision Tree, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, SAP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
My unique skillset addresses attachment injuries, adoption, generational trauma, and cultural impact.
I am a native New Yorker with over 23 yrs experience in health & human services, working with people from various backgrounds, ethnicities, and age groups. Deciding what to do about: a troubled child, aging/ailing loved one, workplace challenges, relationship issues, or personal struggles can be draining, complicated, and discouraging. My emergency room/crisis work history has given me special skills to help with sudden life changes as well as long-standing problems. One thing is sure, a healthy mindset is the foundation for strong relationships and successful living. I am eager to help you get to your best self!
My unique skillset addresses attachment injuries, adoption, generational trauma, and cultural impact.
I am a native New Yorker with over 23 yrs experience in health & human services, working with people from various backgrounds, ethnicities, and age groups. Deciding what to do about: a troubled child, aging/ailing loved one, workplace challenges, relationship issues, or personal struggles can be draining, complicated, and discouraging. My emergency room/crisis work history has given me special skills to help with sudden life changes as well as long-standing problems. One thing is sure, a healthy mindset is the foundation for strong relationships and successful living. I am eager to help you get to your best self!
I’ve spent over 30 years helping people of all ages work through life’s challenges—whether it’s anxiety, grief, family struggles, or past trauma. Lately, I’ve become especially passionate about supporting those in high stress, helping professionals who carry a lot of emotional weight from their work. My goal is to offer a safe, down-to-earth space where clients feel understood, supported, and ready to move forward. My approach to therapy is grounded, flexible, and deeply client-centered.
I’ve spent over 30 years helping people of all ages work through life’s challenges—whether it’s anxiety, grief, family struggles, or past trauma. Lately, I’ve become especially passionate about supporting those in high stress, helping professionals who carry a lot of emotional weight from their work. My goal is to offer a safe, down-to-earth space where clients feel understood, supported, and ready to move forward. My approach to therapy is grounded, flexible, and deeply client-centered.
I have been in practice for a number of years, so my experiences are varied. I work with everyone.....children, adolescents and adults. I am knowlegeable and skillful in the treatment of emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues. I am fortunate to have practiced with extremely knowledgeable and skillful clinicians as my mentors so my skills go beyond the textbooks. I treat my clients with courtesy and respect; as I expect my friends and family to be treated should they ever need professional assistance. I give 100% in assisting them in resolving their issues. If I can't help them, I'll help them find someone who can.
I have been in practice for a number of years, so my experiences are varied. I work with everyone.....children, adolescents and adults. I am knowlegeable and skillful in the treatment of emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues. I am fortunate to have practiced with extremely knowledgeable and skillful clinicians as my mentors so my skills go beyond the textbooks. I treat my clients with courtesy and respect; as I expect my friends and family to be treated should they ever need professional assistance. I give 100% in assisting them in resolving their issues. If I can't help them, I'll help them find someone who can.
Dr. Clarissa 'clare' Alderman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, ICAADC, NCC, DCC
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31601
My ideal client is someone who is self-aware enough to recognize they are struggling but may not yet have the tools or confidence to make meaningful changes. They might present with issues like anxiety, unresolved trauma, low self-worth, or difficulty maintaining healthy relationships. Often, they are high-functioning on the outside but feel emotionally stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed internally.
My ideal client is someone who is self-aware enough to recognize they are struggling but may not yet have the tools or confidence to make meaningful changes. They might present with issues like anxiety, unresolved trauma, low self-worth, or difficulty maintaining healthy relationships. Often, they are high-functioning on the outside but feel emotionally stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed internally.
Feeling exhausted or overwhelmed? Unsure if you're coming or going, or too tired to make another decision?
Let’s take a moment and just talk.
Life can throw obstacles at us faster than we can handle. It’s part of being human.
Feeling exhausted or overwhelmed? Unsure if you're coming or going, or too tired to make another decision?
Let’s take a moment and just talk.
Life can throw obstacles at us faster than we can handle. It’s part of being human.
My name is Natalia Dankwa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. As a dedicated therapist with four years of experience. My approach integrates these evidence-based methods to create a comprehensive and personalized therapeutic experience. In my practice, I focus on empowering individuals by leveraging their unique strengths and fostering resilience. DBT and CBT offer structured frameworks for addressing a range of mental health challenges, while my strength-based perspective ensures that therapy is not just about addressing difficulties but also about recognizing and building on existing capabilities.
My name is Natalia Dankwa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. As a dedicated therapist with four years of experience. My approach integrates these evidence-based methods to create a comprehensive and personalized therapeutic experience. In my practice, I focus on empowering individuals by leveraging their unique strengths and fostering resilience. DBT and CBT offer structured frameworks for addressing a range of mental health challenges, while my strength-based perspective ensures that therapy is not just about addressing difficulties but also about recognizing and building on existing capabilities.
I enjoy the therapeutic process and helping people to grow, change, develop, and become. I enjoy helping people develop a plan of self care in a safe and nonjudgmental setting. With today's challenges to find time for self care I have recently added two new services to include: Tele-therapy as an option for clients who cannot come into the office for traditional services, and emotional support animal evaluation for those who need documentation of their need for their emotional support pet.
I enjoy the therapeutic process and helping people to grow, change, develop, and become. I enjoy helping people develop a plan of self care in a safe and nonjudgmental setting. With today's challenges to find time for self care I have recently added two new services to include: Tele-therapy as an option for clients who cannot come into the office for traditional services, and emotional support animal evaluation for those who need documentation of their need for their emotional support pet.
Stephany A. Norris
Licensed Professional Counselor, (LPC), NCC, CFMHE, CPCS, EMDR-T
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to create an empathic, comfortable, and professional environment for my clients. I work with individuals who struggle with long term mental health issues such as Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety, PTSD, or are just having difficulty adjusting to a life change or relationship issues. I love my work and enjoy helping others work through life's many challenges. I care about taking a non-judgmental approach in evaluating and treating my clients, and focus on helping you identify your own personal strengths so that you are better prepared and enabled to find solutions.
My goal is to create an empathic, comfortable, and professional environment for my clients. I work with individuals who struggle with long term mental health issues such as Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety, PTSD, or are just having difficulty adjusting to a life change or relationship issues. I love my work and enjoy helping others work through life's many challenges. I care about taking a non-judgmental approach in evaluating and treating my clients, and focus on helping you identify your own personal strengths so that you are better prepared and enabled to find solutions.
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields. I have been clinically licensed as a LMFT since 2006 and am an active member (clinical fellow) of AAMFT/GAMFT. My clinical path has allowed me to gain significant knowledge and experience in the field of mental health & counseling, clinical consultation, and speaking. I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/couple/pre-marital, and group therapy. In addition, I am EMDR Trained and obtained my certification as a Certified First Responder Counselor.
I have extensive clinical experience, 20 years+, working in the trauma-related, mental health, and counseling fields. I have been clinically licensed as a LMFT since 2006 and am an active member (clinical fellow) of AAMFT/GAMFT. My clinical path has allowed me to gain significant knowledge and experience in the field of mental health & counseling, clinical consultation, and speaking. I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/couple/pre-marital, and group therapy. In addition, I am EMDR Trained and obtained my certification as a Certified First Responder Counselor.
I am eager to work with anyone who needs mental health therapy or addiction counseling. I have more experience working with those individuals who have been abused or suffered a traumatic event. I am certified trauma therapist as well as I am EMDR certified (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I enjoy working with individuals who suffer with an addiction as well. My ideal client would be an individual who is ready to address issues of mental health or substance abuse.
I am eager to work with anyone who needs mental health therapy or addiction counseling. I have more experience working with those individuals who have been abused or suffered a traumatic event. I am certified trauma therapist as well as I am EMDR certified (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I enjoy working with individuals who suffer with an addiction as well. My ideal client would be an individual who is ready to address issues of mental health or substance abuse.
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
Feeling overwhelmed by relationship challenges, life transitions, or emotional stress can leave you uncertain about your next steps. You don’t have to navigate these moments alone.
At Lifetime Counseling and Management Services, I provide a supportive, confidential, and stress-free environment where individuals, couples, and families can explore concerns, identify strengths, and develop practical tools for meaningful change. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I take a straightforward yet compassionate approach—helping clients gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and make thoughtful, informed decisions.
Feeling overwhelmed by relationship challenges, life transitions, or emotional stress can leave you uncertain about your next steps. You don’t have to navigate these moments alone.
At Lifetime Counseling and Management Services, I provide a supportive, confidential, and stress-free environment where individuals, couples, and families can explore concerns, identify strengths, and develop practical tools for meaningful change. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I take a straightforward yet compassionate approach—helping clients gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and make thoughtful, informed decisions.
You’re my ideal client if you’re someone who has always pushed through, performed, and shown up for everyone else—yet privately you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or feeling disconnected from the life you’ve worked so hard to build. You may be navigating corporate burnout, anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, or a major life transition, and you’re ready for a space where you don’t have to hold it all together. You’re looking for a therapist who understands both the emotional weight you carry and the real‑world pressures you face. Together, we’ll uncover what’s driving your stress and break the patterns that keep you stuck.
You’re my ideal client if you’re someone who has always pushed through, performed, and shown up for everyone else—yet privately you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or feeling disconnected from the life you’ve worked so hard to build. You may be navigating corporate burnout, anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, or a major life transition, and you’re ready for a space where you don’t have to hold it all together. You’re looking for a therapist who understands both the emotional weight you carry and the real‑world pressures you face. Together, we’ll uncover what’s driving your stress and break the patterns that keep you stuck.
Book with me now by clicking on my website!
Calling all eclectics, readers, and goofballs! Are you in need support, but want your personality honored?
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is enthusiastic about serving teens and adults who are struggling to adjust after trauma, developed their identity, and/or cope with neurodevelopmental disorders. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community through coming out and life transitions. I earned my degree from Mercer University where I began training and earning experience in trauma informed, humanistic, attachment, and psychodynamic approaches.
Book with me now by clicking on my website!
Calling all eclectics, readers, and goofballs! Are you in need support, but want your personality honored?
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is enthusiastic about serving teens and adults who are struggling to adjust after trauma, developed their identity, and/or cope with neurodevelopmental disorders. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community through coming out and life transitions. I earned my degree from Mercer University where I began training and earning experience in trauma informed, humanistic, attachment, and psychodynamic approaches.
I'm a therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, and relationship challenges. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore emotions, set boundaries, and find balance. I specialize in postpartum support, teen issues, and family dynamics, using approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I'm a therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, and relationship challenges. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore emotions, set boundaries, and find balance. I specialize in postpartum support, teen issues, and family dynamics, using approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Each client comes with a different and unique goal in therapy. I believe that my clients have the resources they need to change their path in a way that honors their preferred way of living. I help my clients create change within the dysfunctional pattern they themselves in to start living the life they deserve.
As we embark on this journey together, your aspirations become my shared mission.
I will help define your objectives, how you understand the problem that brings you to therapy, but also celebrate the shifting landscapes behind your needs to continue evolving in therapy. Together we co-explore possibilities for change.
Each client comes with a different and unique goal in therapy. I believe that my clients have the resources they need to change their path in a way that honors their preferred way of living. I help my clients create change within the dysfunctional pattern they themselves in to start living the life they deserve.
As we embark on this journey together, your aspirations become my shared mission.
I will help define your objectives, how you understand the problem that brings you to therapy, but also celebrate the shifting landscapes behind your needs to continue evolving in therapy. Together we co-explore possibilities for change.
Online Therapists
You often feel caught in anxiety and overthinking, replaying conversations and worrying about how others perceive you. Even when things look fine on the outside, you may worry you’re not doing enough or that others will eventually see you as an imposter. Saying “no” can feel difficult or guilt-inducing, and you may feel responsible for keeping others comfortable. Over time, this leaves you feeling anxious, exhausted, and disconnected from your own needs. You may also find it hard to fully relax, even when nothing is wrong.
You often feel caught in anxiety and overthinking, replaying conversations and worrying about how others perceive you. Even when things look fine on the outside, you may worry you’re not doing enough or that others will eventually see you as an imposter. Saying “no” can feel difficult or guilt-inducing, and you may feel responsible for keeping others comfortable. Over time, this leaves you feeling anxious, exhausted, and disconnected from your own needs. You may also find it hard to fully relax, even when nothing is wrong.
I have lived a long and colorful life. Like everyone else, I've made good and bad choices and learned from each. I have 22+ years experience in the mental health and substance abuse treatment field. I do not judge at all, PERIOD. I can be both blunt and gentle as appropriate. My role is to offer another perspective, a way to see life more fully and function better, no more, no less. I don't pretend to have all the answers, but only one slice of wisdom. I just share what can help someone. Some people are not yet ready to be helped. Yet for those who are feeling lost on life's journey, and are willing to listen and learn, I'm here.
I have lived a long and colorful life. Like everyone else, I've made good and bad choices and learned from each. I have 22+ years experience in the mental health and substance abuse treatment field. I do not judge at all, PERIOD. I can be both blunt and gentle as appropriate. My role is to offer another perspective, a way to see life more fully and function better, no more, no less. I don't pretend to have all the answers, but only one slice of wisdom. I just share what can help someone. Some people are not yet ready to be helped. Yet for those who are feeling lost on life's journey, and are willing to listen and learn, I'm here.
I'm Jen, and I've been counseling for over 15 years. I was a high school teacher before I started counseling. I specialize in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, African American culture, agricultural mental health training, life transitions, etc. My passion is meeting people where they are and helping them navigate life.
I'm Jen, and I've been counseling for over 15 years. I was a high school teacher before I started counseling. I specialize in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, African American culture, agricultural mental health training, life transitions, etc. My passion is meeting people where they are and helping them navigate life.
I’m a warm, dedicated therapist with over a decade of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can express themselves freely and begin healing at their own pace. My approach emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and collaboration as we work together to build resilience and promote emotional well-being.
In addition to my clinical work, I collaborate with attorneys to provide mental health support and assessments for their clients, ensuring that emotional needs are addressed within legal and advocacy settings.
I’m a warm, dedicated therapist with over a decade of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can express themselves freely and begin healing at their own pace. My approach emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and collaboration as we work together to build resilience and promote emotional well-being.
In addition to my clinical work, I collaborate with attorneys to provide mental health support and assessments for their clients, ensuring that emotional needs are addressed within legal and advocacy settings.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.