Marriage Counseling Therapists in Lowndes County, GA
My ideal client is a high-achieving professional who’s outwardly successful but inwardly exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck. They’ve tried therapy, coaching, and self-help—but old patterns like procrastination, perfectionism, and burnout keep returning. They want peace of mind, emotional clarity, and a sustainable way to grow without self-sabotage. More than a quick fix, they seek deep change—something personalized, practical, and powerful. They’re ready to feel whole, not just functional.
My ideal client is a high-achieving professional who’s outwardly successful but inwardly exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck. They’ve tried therapy, coaching, and self-help—but old patterns like procrastination, perfectionism, and burnout keep returning. They want peace of mind, emotional clarity, and a sustainable way to grow without self-sabotage. More than a quick fix, they seek deep change—something personalized, practical, and powerful. They’re ready to feel whole, not just functional.
Since obtaining my master's degree in 2013, and working in community mental health, I have gained a great deal of experience in working with individuals that suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, relationship issues, LGBTQ issues, low self-esteem, and personal growth. I have worked with all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults.
Since obtaining my master's degree in 2013, and working in community mental health, I have gained a great deal of experience in working with individuals that suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, relationship issues, LGBTQ issues, low self-esteem, and personal growth. I have worked with all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults.
Seeking support can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to help individuals and couples feel genuinely seen and heard from the very start, meeting them where they are and walking alongside them on their journey.
I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, relationship concerns, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected from themselves or others. My approach is warm, person-centered, and strengths-based, meaning I meet clients where they are and build on what’s already working. Together, we focus on developing deeper self-understanding, identifying patterns that may be getting in the way, and creating meaningful, sustainable change aligned with clients’ values and goals.
Seeking support can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to help individuals and couples feel genuinely seen and heard from the very start, meeting them where they are and walking alongside them on their journey.
I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, relationship concerns, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected from themselves or others. My approach is warm, person-centered, and strengths-based, meaning I meet clients where they are and build on what’s already working. Together, we focus on developing deeper self-understanding, identifying patterns that may be getting in the way, and creating meaningful, sustainable change aligned with clients’ values and goals.
Are you navigating silent battles and unseen struggles alone? You feel as though your life has been crippled with addiction, shame, and guilt. You may feel as though you're drowning with no rescue in sight. Maybe you are ready to face some past traumas, and/or deal with interpersonal struggles that have lead you where you are today. Perhaps your struggles have traumatized your loved ones and you’re just tired of trying to figure things out, yet feeling as though you’re getting nowhere. I am here for the journey and committed to your healing. Allow me to show you how to navigate this strange territory on your path to healing.
Are you navigating silent battles and unseen struggles alone? You feel as though your life has been crippled with addiction, shame, and guilt. You may feel as though you're drowning with no rescue in sight. Maybe you are ready to face some past traumas, and/or deal with interpersonal struggles that have lead you where you are today. Perhaps your struggles have traumatized your loved ones and you’re just tired of trying to figure things out, yet feeling as though you’re getting nowhere. I am here for the journey and committed to your healing. Allow me to show you how to navigate this strange territory on your path to healing.
Life doesn’t always go the way you imagined. Trauma, anxiety, and relationship struggles can leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed. Therapy is meant to be a place to slow down, get perspective, learn to regulate your nervous system, and start changing your relationship to the past. My expertise lies in supporting clients as they navigate both acute and complex trauma, along with challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relational health, and life transitions.
Life doesn’t always go the way you imagined. Trauma, anxiety, and relationship struggles can leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed. Therapy is meant to be a place to slow down, get perspective, learn to regulate your nervous system, and start changing your relationship to the past. My expertise lies in supporting clients as they navigate both acute and complex trauma, along with challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relational health, and life transitions.
Hi, my name is Taylor Dasher. My ideal client is someone who entrusts me with their time, personal life experiences, and allowing me to be a part of their journey. Life in general maneuvers in unpredictable directions-up, down, even diagonally! Sometimes it is hard to process those directions and adapt to them. Despite the incidents that occur in life, what can we do to adapt to it while living a comfortable life that is fit for us? What can we do to not live life based on the "problem." Let's work together to find that starting point, decipher the presenting problem and make it to the end goal!
Hi, my name is Taylor Dasher. My ideal client is someone who entrusts me with their time, personal life experiences, and allowing me to be a part of their journey. Life in general maneuvers in unpredictable directions-up, down, even diagonally! Sometimes it is hard to process those directions and adapt to them. Despite the incidents that occur in life, what can we do to adapt to it while living a comfortable life that is fit for us? What can we do to not live life based on the "problem." Let's work together to find that starting point, decipher the presenting problem and make it to the end goal!
I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern pursuing a Master of Science in MFT.
My goal is to facilitate conversations with clients that help them recognize their strengths, gain a better understanding of their challenges, and repurpose past experiences to foster a renewed sense of self-discovery in their personal lives and relationships.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern pursuing a Master of Science in MFT.
My goal is to facilitate conversations with clients that help them recognize their strengths, gain a better understanding of their challenges, and repurpose past experiences to foster a renewed sense of self-discovery in their personal lives and relationships.
Demetria M Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MAC, CCTP, CPCS
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31601
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women. I believe that self-sufficiency is key to personal and professional success. I enjoy providing counseling and/or coaching services to individuals who are in the transitional phases of their lives. Treatment is individualized to the person receiving services. My theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), eclectic and holistic. I prefer to treat the whole person instead of pieces. By helping others to succeed regardless of their ages and stage in life, I succeed.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women. I believe that self-sufficiency is key to personal and professional success. I enjoy providing counseling and/or coaching services to individuals who are in the transitional phases of their lives. Treatment is individualized to the person receiving services. My theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), eclectic and holistic. I prefer to treat the whole person instead of pieces. By helping others to succeed regardless of their ages and stage in life, I succeed.
I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences without judgment. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, meaning I prioritize your unique needs, goals, and pace throughout our work together.
I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences without judgment. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, meaning I prioritize your unique needs, goals, and pace throughout our work together.
I work with all ages but have an expertise with young adults, new mothers, families, and couples.
I love meeting and assisting new clients in their journey to overcome struggles and improve their day-to-day functioning. I am accepting new patients at this time. If you're interested, please reach out with any questions you may have. I will be happy to talk with you!
I work with all ages but have an expertise with young adults, new mothers, families, and couples.
I love meeting and assisting new clients in their journey to overcome struggles and improve their day-to-day functioning. I am accepting new patients at this time. If you're interested, please reach out with any questions you may have. I will be happy to talk with you!
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.
Reed, a marriage and family therapist licensed in Georgia with 7 years of experience working as a therapist.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive behavioral, family systems therapy, person centered and solution focused therapy.
Reed, a marriage and family therapist licensed in Georgia with 7 years of experience working as a therapist.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive behavioral, family systems therapy, person centered and solution focused therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes, and reaching out for support takes real courage. I work with people who are ready to better understand themselves, heal old wounds, and build more fulfilling relationships with others and with themselves. If you're feeling stuck or simply longing for something more, I’d be honored to support you in finding your way forward.
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes, and reaching out for support takes real courage. I work with people who are ready to better understand themselves, heal old wounds, and build more fulfilling relationships with others and with themselves. If you're feeling stuck or simply longing for something more, I’d be honored to support you in finding your way forward.
Cassie Avellaneda is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC. Cassie’s professional career began in the public education system. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Warner University. She taught in the public-school system for several years. Cassie then received her Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Webster University. Cassie has been a fully licensed clinician for almost 10 years in the state of Florida. In relocating to Georgia, she is now dually licensed in both Florida and Georgia.
Cassie Avellaneda is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC. Cassie’s professional career began in the public education system. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Warner University. She taught in the public-school system for several years. Cassie then received her Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Webster University. Cassie has been a fully licensed clinician for almost 10 years in the state of Florida. In relocating to Georgia, she is now dually licensed in both Florida and Georgia.
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.
I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/ couple/pre- marital, and group therapy.
My areas of specialty focus/expertise are PTSD/trauma, intimate partner violence, sexual assault/rape, child abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, couple/ marital, divorce/co-parenting, & vicarious traumatization. I specialize in an eclectic modality of therapy utilizing CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, person-centered, and solution-focused therapy.
I provide ongoing counseling in the areas of individual (children, adolescents, and adults), family, marital/ couple/pre- marital, and group therapy.
My areas of specialty focus/expertise are PTSD/trauma, intimate partner violence, sexual assault/rape, child abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, couple/ marital, divorce/co-parenting, & vicarious traumatization. I specialize in an eclectic modality of therapy utilizing CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, person-centered, and solution-focused therapy.
With over 38 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My passion lies in providing compassionate, evidence-based support to those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and other mental health concerns. Through a person-centered approach, I empower individuals by helping them build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and foster personal growth. My goal is that clients leave each session feeing heard, validated, and empowered.
With over 38 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My passion lies in providing compassionate, evidence-based support to those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and other mental health concerns. Through a person-centered approach, I empower individuals by helping them build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and foster personal growth. My goal is that clients leave each session feeing heard, validated, and empowered.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that feel impossible to repair? Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence? Maybe you carry deep feelings of shame or guilt, or feel disconnected from who you are. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about the future, or questioning whether things will ever get better, know this: you don’t have to face any of it alone. Healing is possible, and support is here when you’re ready.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that feel impossible to repair? Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence? Maybe you carry deep feelings of shame or guilt, or feel disconnected from who you are. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about the future, or questioning whether things will ever get better, know this: you don’t have to face any of it alone. Healing is possible, and support is here when you’re ready.
We all have challenges, and sometimes we need a little help to manage how we respond to life’s challenges!
We all have challenges, and sometimes we need a little help to manage how we respond to life’s challenges!
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.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.