First Responders Therapists in Marietta, GA
Most of my clients are military, first responders, and couples.
I am an intensively trained trauma therapist that utilizes EMDR therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other interventions within a context of a professional relationship. I am also trained in Gottman-method couples therapy (Level 3) which does a deep dive exploration into the relationship and provides strengths to enhance and addresses areas for growth.
Most of my clients are military, first responders, and couples.
I am an intensively trained trauma therapist that utilizes EMDR therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other interventions within a context of a professional relationship. I am also trained in Gottman-method couples therapy (Level 3) which does a deep dive exploration into the relationship and provides strengths to enhance and addresses areas for growth.
Life is a lot—like, a lot. But you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Therapy with me is a self-led journey. We go at your pace, exploring what truly matters to you. I’m here to help you navigate the chaos with humor, warmth, and a person-centered approach that puts you in the driver’s seat. Using a blend of modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), we’ll explore the different parts of you with curiosity, not judgment.. because even your inner critic deserves a little compassion.
Life is a lot—like, a lot. But you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Therapy with me is a self-led journey. We go at your pace, exploring what truly matters to you. I’m here to help you navigate the chaos with humor, warmth, and a person-centered approach that puts you in the driver’s seat. Using a blend of modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), we’ll explore the different parts of you with curiosity, not judgment.. because even your inner critic deserves a little compassion.
I help adults in Georgia heal from trauma, anxiety, and relationship wounds so they can stop surviving and start actually living.
You've probably gotten pretty good at keeping it together. Showing up, managing the day, holding things in place. But underneath that, something still doesn't feel right and you're tired of carrying it alone.
I work with adults who are ready to go beneath the surface. Not just manage symptoms, but actually understand what's driving them and change it.
I help adults in Georgia heal from trauma, anxiety, and relationship wounds so they can stop surviving and start actually living.
You've probably gotten pretty good at keeping it together. Showing up, managing the day, holding things in place. But underneath that, something still doesn't feel right and you're tired of carrying it alone.
I work with adults who are ready to go beneath the surface. Not just manage symptoms, but actually understand what's driving them and change it.
Service members and veterans, first responders, law enforcement, attorneys, people in recovery.
Known for my “no BS” approach to therapy, we’ll look at patterns, challenge blind spots, confront your inner critic, and figure out what actually needs to change. I’ll respect your autonomy, hold you accountable to your goals, and expect you to participate in the work.
Service members and veterans, first responders, law enforcement, attorneys, people in recovery.
Known for my “no BS” approach to therapy, we’ll look at patterns, challenge blind spots, confront your inner critic, and figure out what actually needs to change. I’ll respect your autonomy, hold you accountable to your goals, and expect you to participate in the work.
I specialize in supporting adult women as they navigate life’s challenges, transitions, and triumphs. My practice centers on helping women work through depression, anxiety, relationship issues, past traumas, and the many changes that life can bring. Every woman deserves a safe, nonjudgmental space to rediscover herself and build resilience.
I specialize in supporting adult women as they navigate life’s challenges, transitions, and triumphs. My practice centers on helping women work through depression, anxiety, relationship issues, past traumas, and the many changes that life can bring. Every woman deserves a safe, nonjudgmental space to rediscover herself and build resilience.
Something happened to you & your body hasnt forgotten. Whether it was a single traumatic event or a lifetime of wounds, healing is possible.
Trauma settles into the body, mind & spirit. If you live with unrelenting anxiety, unbearable grief, or religious pain, you dont have to stay stuck.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Professional Counseling Supervisor with 14 years of experience. I specialize in complex trauma, grief & spiritual abuse & Im EMDR-trained to process what words alone sometimes cant reach.
I help people navigate personal & complex pain who arent sure how to hold faith & hurt at the same time.
Something happened to you & your body hasnt forgotten. Whether it was a single traumatic event or a lifetime of wounds, healing is possible.
Trauma settles into the body, mind & spirit. If you live with unrelenting anxiety, unbearable grief, or religious pain, you dont have to stay stuck.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Professional Counseling Supervisor with 14 years of experience. I specialize in complex trauma, grief & spiritual abuse & Im EMDR-trained to process what words alone sometimes cant reach.
I help people navigate personal & complex pain who arent sure how to hold faith & hurt at the same time.
My ideal clients are ready for an intensive process like individuals with trauma, first responders, law enforcement families, veterans,who are tired and have tried everything.
Specialize in trauma-focused CBT to help adults reduce anxiety and reprocess trauma effectively. You’ll get monthly reassessments with clear data tracking, my custom Untangling workbooks, exclusive access to a client-only video hub with extra skill videos, secure between-session messaging, and a low caseload. Trauma intensives and anxiety groups available.
My ideal clients are ready for an intensive process like individuals with trauma, first responders, law enforcement families, veterans,who are tired and have tried everything.
Specialize in trauma-focused CBT to help adults reduce anxiety and reprocess trauma effectively. You’ll get monthly reassessments with clear data tracking, my custom Untangling workbooks, exclusive access to a client-only video hub with extra skill videos, secure between-session messaging, and a low caseload. Trauma intensives and anxiety groups available.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort between myself and my clients. Successful therapy requires the establishment of a trusting, nurturing and respectful environment coupled with a high level of therapeutic skills. Various techniques and strategies may be employed to increase insight, break unhealthy patterns and improve emotional health. I am a goal-directed therapist who takes great satisfaction out of assisting young people and adults in resolving issues to achieve clarity, self-confidence, and courage to face everyday issues and challenges.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort between myself and my clients. Successful therapy requires the establishment of a trusting, nurturing and respectful environment coupled with a high level of therapeutic skills. Various techniques and strategies may be employed to increase insight, break unhealthy patterns and improve emotional health. I am a goal-directed therapist who takes great satisfaction out of assisting young people and adults in resolving issues to achieve clarity, self-confidence, and courage to face everyday issues and challenges.
Do you find yourself frustrated, drained, anxious, and overwhelmed, but you have no clue why? I meet clients where they are and use empathy and support to help them work through their issues. Anxiety and depression can be debilitating. Together we can find ways for you to cope and find your inner peace. Relationships are tough because we all have different ways of communicating and different ideas about conflict management. Together we can explore those beliefs and work toward resolutions. Having the space to talk through your struggles in a non-judgmental place is empowering. I would love to have the opportunity to guide you!
Do you find yourself frustrated, drained, anxious, and overwhelmed, but you have no clue why? I meet clients where they are and use empathy and support to help them work through their issues. Anxiety and depression can be debilitating. Together we can find ways for you to cope and find your inner peace. Relationships are tough because we all have different ways of communicating and different ideas about conflict management. Together we can explore those beliefs and work toward resolutions. Having the space to talk through your struggles in a non-judgmental place is empowering. I would love to have the opportunity to guide you!
Donna-Jean Owens, LCSW / Grace Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, C-AAIS
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30060
It’s 2 a.m., and sleep won’t come. Your mind is overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, or worry, leaving you longing for rest. You may be facing relationship struggles, difficulty focusing, depression, addiction, or the painful feeling of being lost and disconnected.
At Grace Behavioral Health & Wellness, you don’t have to face these challenges alone. In our safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment, you’re seen as a whole person—not just a client. We’ll walk beside you, help you discover your strengths, build resilience, and find a meaningful path forward.
It’s 2 a.m., and sleep won’t come. Your mind is overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, or worry, leaving you longing for rest. You may be facing relationship struggles, difficulty focusing, depression, addiction, or the painful feeling of being lost and disconnected.
At Grace Behavioral Health & Wellness, you don’t have to face these challenges alone. In our safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment, you’re seen as a whole person—not just a client. We’ll walk beside you, help you discover your strengths, build resilience, and find a meaningful path forward.
Life can be difficult sometimes. This is especially true if you are struggling to manage your moods or your relationships or both. Having a safe place to process your struggles and make plans to live life in an emotionally healthier place can be helpful. I enjoy helping people improve their relationships by improving themselves. Some of the areas I enjoy working with are: Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Panic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Phobias, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anger Management, and Sexuality, etc. When people improve in these areas, they frequently also notice improvements in their relationships.
Life can be difficult sometimes. This is especially true if you are struggling to manage your moods or your relationships or both. Having a safe place to process your struggles and make plans to live life in an emotionally healthier place can be helpful. I enjoy helping people improve their relationships by improving themselves. Some of the areas I enjoy working with are: Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Panic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Phobias, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anger Management, and Sexuality, etc. When people improve in these areas, they frequently also notice improvements in their relationships.
As a dedicated mental health counselor with a specialization in Trauma, my journey has been one of profound empathy, unwavering commitment, and continuous learning. Throughout my career, I have come to understand that each individual grappling with mental illness has a unique story to tell, and I am deeply honored to be a part of their transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery. Empathy lies at the core of my therapeutic practice. I firmly believe that the path to supporting individuals with mental illness requires a genuine understanding of their experiences, emotions, and challenges.
As a dedicated mental health counselor with a specialization in Trauma, my journey has been one of profound empathy, unwavering commitment, and continuous learning. Throughout my career, I have come to understand that each individual grappling with mental illness has a unique story to tell, and I am deeply honored to be a part of their transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery. Empathy lies at the core of my therapeutic practice. I firmly believe that the path to supporting individuals with mental illness requires a genuine understanding of their experiences, emotions, and challenges.
I work with families, couples, Law enforcement, First responders, EMC personnel, Domestic Abuse Surviviors, Human Trafficking Surviviors, bipolar (I + II), MDD (Major Depression), Generalized Anxiety (GAD), life transitions, Senior Issues, OCD, Autism Spectrum, and Substance Abuse-alcohol
My main method of therapy is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist the client in discovering maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, and reframe those to more life-enhancing and adaptive thoughts and behaviors. My approach is very collaborative so that the client can take an active "teamwork" stance during their healing process.
I work with families, couples, Law enforcement, First responders, EMC personnel, Domestic Abuse Surviviors, Human Trafficking Surviviors, bipolar (I + II), MDD (Major Depression), Generalized Anxiety (GAD), life transitions, Senior Issues, OCD, Autism Spectrum, and Substance Abuse-alcohol
My main method of therapy is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist the client in discovering maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, and reframe those to more life-enhancing and adaptive thoughts and behaviors. My approach is very collaborative so that the client can take an active "teamwork" stance during their healing process.
My background includes twelve years with active duty military families and couples, intensive family intervention, couples at breaking points, individuals carrying things they haven't said out loud to many people.
A lot of people who reach out to me have never done therapy before and aren't sure where to start. Some have been carrying something alone longer than they'd like. Others just know something needs to change but can't quite name what. You don't have to have it figured out before you begin. I work with people at all kinds of starting points, those in the middle of something hard, those facing a decision they can't stop thinking about, and those who are still figuring out what they even need. Whatever brought you here, you're in the right place.
My background includes twelve years with active duty military families and couples, intensive family intervention, couples at breaking points, individuals carrying things they haven't said out loud to many people.
A lot of people who reach out to me have never done therapy before and aren't sure where to start. Some have been carrying something alone longer than they'd like. Others just know something needs to change but can't quite name what. You don't have to have it figured out before you begin. I work with people at all kinds of starting points, those in the middle of something hard, those facing a decision they can't stop thinking about, and those who are still figuring out what they even need. Whatever brought you here, you're in the right place.
The journey toward healing can sometimes feel lonely and overwhelming. People are wounded in relationships and, in turn, healed in relationships. I strongly believe that one of the most influential relationships for healing and growth can be the relationship between therapist and client. Therefore, I am committed to providing a safe,caring,non-judgmental therapeutic environment in which we work together, at your pace, to help you achieve your goals for healing and personal growth.I sincerely consider it a privilege to walk with you on this journey.
The journey toward healing can sometimes feel lonely and overwhelming. People are wounded in relationships and, in turn, healed in relationships. I strongly believe that one of the most influential relationships for healing and growth can be the relationship between therapist and client. Therefore, I am committed to providing a safe,caring,non-judgmental therapeutic environment in which we work together, at your pace, to help you achieve your goals for healing and personal growth.I sincerely consider it a privilege to walk with you on this journey.
This journey of life can take us through many trials and triumphs. At times, we need a reminder of the tools we possess within to help manage life transitions. I strive to create a culturally responsive therapy environment in which clients can feel safe to engage in the therapeutic process. My therapeutic approach is guided by a multicultural framework that utilizes psychodynamic, relational-cultural, and cognitive behavioral techniques. I am an active and empathic listener. I've been told that I am a calming communicator that makes it easier for others to be transparent and honest about their experience.
This journey of life can take us through many trials and triumphs. At times, we need a reminder of the tools we possess within to help manage life transitions. I strive to create a culturally responsive therapy environment in which clients can feel safe to engage in the therapeutic process. My therapeutic approach is guided by a multicultural framework that utilizes psychodynamic, relational-cultural, and cognitive behavioral techniques. I am an active and empathic listener. I've been told that I am a calming communicator that makes it easier for others to be transparent and honest about their experience.
I work extensively with veterans, first responders, and survivors of domestic abuse, as well as professionals and seniors facing the challenges of aging or career shifts.
When you’re navigating the aftermath of trauma or the weight of a major life change, you need more than just a listener, you need a steady partner who isn't afraid of the hard stuff. I am a United States Marine Corps veteran, and I bring a grounded, disciplined, and deeply compassionate approach to my clinical work. I specialize in helping individuals move through Complex PTSD, OCD, and high-stakes life transitions with clarity and confidence
I work extensively with veterans, first responders, and survivors of domestic abuse, as well as professionals and seniors facing the challenges of aging or career shifts.
When you’re navigating the aftermath of trauma or the weight of a major life change, you need more than just a listener, you need a steady partner who isn't afraid of the hard stuff. I am a United States Marine Corps veteran, and I bring a grounded, disciplined, and deeply compassionate approach to my clinical work. I specialize in helping individuals move through Complex PTSD, OCD, and high-stakes life transitions with clarity and confidence
Life can be overwhelming particularly when you feel like no one will understand what you're going through. I'm here to listen and help you process whatever is weighing on you. Whether that be the stresses of life, family trauma, work trauma, or wanting to feel more connected to yourself.
Life can be overwhelming particularly when you feel like no one will understand what you're going through. I'm here to listen and help you process whatever is weighing on you. Whether that be the stresses of life, family trauma, work trauma, or wanting to feel more connected to yourself.
You've built a life that looks impressive from the outside. The achievements, the responsibilities, the people counting on you. And yet grief, or trauma, or the weight of caregiving, has a way of reaching through all of it and stopping you cold. Maybe you lost someone suddenly. Maybe your body or your independence changed overnight. Maybe you've been so busy holding things together for everyone else that you've never had space to fall apart.
You've built a life that looks impressive from the outside. The achievements, the responsibilities, the people counting on you. And yet grief, or trauma, or the weight of caregiving, has a way of reaching through all of it and stopping you cold. Maybe you lost someone suddenly. Maybe your body or your independence changed overnight. Maybe you've been so busy holding things together for everyone else that you've never had space to fall apart.
My focus is to provide a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where adolescents, young adults, and adults feel supported in navigating life’s challenges. I specialize in anxiety, anger management, depression, chronic or situational stress, emotional regulation, and major life transitions. I believe understanding each person’s experiences, relationships, environment, and learned patterns is essential to creating meaningful, individualized care.
My focus is to provide a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where adolescents, young adults, and adults feel supported in navigating life’s challenges. I specialize in anxiety, anger management, depression, chronic or situational stress, emotional regulation, and major life transitions. I believe understanding each person’s experiences, relationships, environment, and learned patterns is essential to creating meaningful, individualized care.
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First Responders Therapists
Why is mental health important for first responders?
As part of their work, first responders are often exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and physical injury that can put them at a greater risk for serious mental health conditions than the general population. Conditions like PTSD, anxiety, substance use, and depression are more common in first responders, which can greatly reduce quality of life and lead to burnout, sleep disruption, and even suicidal thoughts. Therapy can offer an opportunity for first responders to process difficult on-the-job experiences and develop coping skills to better manage any mental health symptoms they may experience.
How can first responders get access to mental health support?
Many first responders can access therapy for free or at a very low cost through their employer, such as through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Workplaces may also offer or have referral recommendations for support groups, where first responders can meet with others in their profession to receive support. Individuals who would like to access mental health services outside of their employer may use their insurance benefits to see a therapist, which they can find by searching for therapists online or asking for recommendations from their primary care physician.
What type of therapy is best for first responders?
The best therapy approach depends on the mental health concerns of the client. Since many first responders struggle with trauma or PTSD, they may benefit from trauma-specific therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Exposure Therapy, or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress may alternatively benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches, which can help clients develop coping skills to manage distressing thoughts.
Can therapy for first responders help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in both treating and preventing trauma and PTSD in first responders. Typically, therapy for trauma and PTSD focuses on developing stress management skills and managing intrusive or unwanted thoughts. Therapists working with first responders often help clients strengthen their relationships and reduce harmful coping mechanisms, such as excessive substance use. Additionally, therapists assist first responders in establishing daily habits that support overall mental and physical health and enhance resilience to future stress, such as regular physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and improved eating habits.