Therapists in Marietta, GA

Accepting new clients! If you're looking for a therapist that is going to listen to understand while also helping you figure out causes and solutions to your struggles, then you have found the right therapist. If you're married or in a relationship that once was good and now is filled with hurt, fighting, misunderstanding, or loneliness, I know how to help. There is hope for your relationship, and I will give you the tools you need to build and maintain a happy and healthy relationship. If you are a person that is looking for individual therapy for yourself, I have experience and tools to help you in your journey, as well.

I AM accepting new clients! Let’s face it, asking for help can be one of the most difficult things to do. It might seem easier to search online and try to figure things out by yourself. Looking things up online is convenient, but the value of person-to-person communication with a professional who applies evidenced-based care in a safe and supportive setting is irreplaceable. I assist with life challenges such as anxiety/stress, trauma recovery/PTSD, relationship issues, communication issues, conflict management, adjustment issues, spirituality, transitions into new phases of life, and managing mental health symptoms in general.

Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling like you're not living up to society's expectations? Having difficulty resolving concerns within your relationships? Having difficulty feeling connected emotionally & sexually to your partner? Feeling the need to be a perfectionist? Questioning if you will ever be able to find love & be loved? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.

Life just feels never-ending, a book with so many chapters. It’s uncomfortable to share your most vulnerable feelings, with anyone. Craving a space to be your authentic self. It feels impossible to find. Imagine a space where you are heard. Someone is there to communicate, “You matter.” No false expectations. A place tucked away to relate, relax and, yes, release! I hope to provide this warm, welcoming space for you to be YOU. Your feelings matter and you deserve to be heard in a judgment-free zone. As a dedicated therapist, my goal is to help you develop a place of trust. I am sensitive to my client’s needs.

Life is filled with choices. Sometimes it appears as though the choices actually resemble a cyclic journey full of stress, hurt, pain, fear, anger and frustration. My goal is to meet clients right where they are in their journey! My approach is to maintain an open, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere that empowers clients to unveil the source and navigate their journey towards change. I desire to be the voice that speaks a reminder to clients, just as Carl Jung once stated: "I am not what has happened to me. I am what I choose to become."

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Having trouble connecting with yourself and those around you? Anxious about your next steps? Life is ever-changing. Who we are and how we view ourselves is fluid; it can evolve as we grow and learn. Change can be hard, and it is normal to need support and affirmation as you experience the ebbs and flows of life. Choices regarding relationships, sexuality, lifestyle, etc are yours to make. I believe you have the capacity to make the choices that best serve your needs. I am here to help you succeed at finding the best version of yourself, and validate that you are now and will always be more than enough.

We all want to feel heard and express ourselves in a way that feels comfortable. For some, it may not solely be through verbal communication. I enjoy working alongside my clients to establish a therapeutic relationship that provides a foundation to identify goals and move toward them together utilizing mindfulness, skill building and person-centered talk therapy as appropriate. I focus on each individuals journey and meeting the individual where they are.

I understand that therapy can feel overwhelming and intimidating! My goal is to support you in navigating those emotions and guide you on your healing journey. As a clinician, I believe in providing a safe space where you can freely express yourself without fear of judgment for your actions or for who you are as a person. I place great importance on building a strong therapeutic relationship with you, so that we can work together to create the best approach that meets your unique goals.

Everyone experiences frustrations, struggles, disappointments, losses, and crises in their lives. I work with individuals, couples, and families who have or are experiencing these kind of issues and other difficulties in their lives that keep them from functioning and enjoying their lives and the relationships that are a part of their lives. I believe that restoration can be experienced through loss and brokenness, and that transformation can occur from restoration and healing.

I enjoy working with both couples and individuals. Couples therapy can consist of troubles with communication, sex therapy concerns such as education, dysfunctions, lack of desire/interest, pain in sexual activity, medication side effects, and anxiety/depression related to sexual issues, post-affair recovery, and relationship conflict across the lifespan. I also work with those struggling with depression, anxiety, relational problems, including family systems. Starting this journey can feel awkward at first, but I am here to provide a safe environment for you to process and address a variety of your concerns.

As we navigate various stages of life, it can be easy to lose our connection to ourselves and others. This loss of connection can manifest in various ways, such as anxiety, depression, and/or relationships strains. No matter the form, therapy can be a place where you can recover this connection. My priority is to convey and create a sense of safety for you. Providing a warm, nonjudgemental space as we navigate your patterns and hardships is essential. I will attend to your physical, social, and mental health as we navigate treatment. By attending to all of these areas I hope you feel supported and seen in our time together.

Many of the clients I work with are striving to cultivate better relationships with the people around them. Whether you are in a relationship (dating, engaged, or married) or you are attempting to engage in a more meaningful way with friends, family, or coworkers, my passion is helping you achieve these relational goals. I mainly work with couples to help get you out of negative communication and conflict resolution cycles and into deeper knowledge of yourself and each other. I give you the tools you need to achieve your goals together and communicate what you need in a deeper, more meaningful way.

We’re all doing our best to handle the demands of modern life. It can be overwhelming, especially when life throws a curve ball. My passion is helping individuals and couples explore their problems in a judgment-free, safe, and supportive environment; it’s my privilege to walk alongside your journey. Together, we examine the feelings that arise from challenging relationships, adverse childhood experiences, social injustices and traumatic events. Life’s transitions and losses may bring these wounds to the surface and create the catalyst for meaningful change.

I work with couples who are struggling with communicating and feeling heard, who are having difficulty with trust, who are having trouble with resolving conflict, or who are having challenges with intimacy. I also work with individuals who are struggling with patterns of unhealthy relationships or who are having trouble with managing stressors. I help families who have conflict and communication issues or fathers who are having difficulty with developing healthy relationships with their children. As a consultant, I offer interactive workshops, seminars, research projects, and speaking engagements for topics related to mental health, relationships, parenting, fatherhood, and self-care.

My goal is to assist clients in attaining a more satisfying life experience for themselves and their loved ones. Psychotherapy services are provided in a safe, warm, confidential and professional atmosphere.

Hi, my name is Dr. Jessica Shine! I am caring and passionate about my purpose to help you heal past traumas and navigate through life’s difficult experiences and transitions. I love working with women and growing our therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, safe, and supportive environment. I strive to provide you with the necessary tools for your growth and success as your therapist, accountability partner, shoulder to cry on, and cheerleader! I’m here to connect the dots and help you understand how your childhood, family dynamics, intimate relationships, life experiences, and trauma all factor in the life decisions you make.

Relationships are hard. Sometimes we experience anxiety around navigating a new relationship, or we’re trying to take our current relationship to the next level and we’re not sure what that next level is. For some of us, we’re experiencing so much frustration around being misunderstood or betrayed by our partner. For others, we just have so much tension in our relationship that it feels like we’re stuck in a never ending cycle of issues. It’s exhausting. So, how do we navigate the parts of us that want to connect and the parts of us that want to protect? I say, let's explore that together.

Have you been waiting and longing for a deeper connection with your love? Studies show the average couple waits 6 years before seeking professional help for marital problems. Also, couples have the same arguments over and over again, they just sound different. Whether it's conflict about chores, or a loud disagreement about disciplining the kids, each partner tends to grab onto their perspective, dig their heels in the sand, and proceed to try to get their partner to see their side, unsuccessfully. Unresolved conflicts usually get brushed under the rug, until they resurface at the next disagreement. Are you ready to break the cycle?

I believe that life is a journey that we travel with people that aid us in our growth and development. As we sit together talking and sharing, we discover new perspectives and insights about ourselves and life. Because we see life through the lenses of our experiences, emotions and beliefs, there are times when we need someone to listen and help us sort through our thoughts. From a strength based, holistic, and collaborative approach we can explore your journey, where you've been, where you are now and where you would like to go.