Intervention Therapists in McDonough, GA
Gathering Precious Stones, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, NCCH, CAMS
McDonough, GA 30253
It is my passion to help others find the value in their lives; while discovering the core of life's issues. Over 20 years experience in the field. I offer a non-judgement space for healing, for children, adolescents, and adults.
It is my passion to help others find the value in their lives; while discovering the core of life's issues. Over 20 years experience in the field. I offer a non-judgement space for healing, for children, adolescents, and adults.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck emotionally—perhaps struggling with self-worth, relationships, or navigating major life transitions—and is ready to understand the deeper patterns driving their pain. They often carry unresolved trauma, anxiety, or guilt that keeps them feeling disconnected from themselves and others. Their main need is a safe space to explore their emotions, gain clarity, and rebuild a sense of control over their life. Ultimately, they want peace, confidence, and the ability to form healthier relationships—both with others and within themselves.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck emotionally—perhaps struggling with self-worth, relationships, or navigating major life transitions—and is ready to understand the deeper patterns driving their pain. They often carry unresolved trauma, anxiety, or guilt that keeps them feeling disconnected from themselves and others. Their main need is a safe space to explore their emotions, gain clarity, and rebuild a sense of control over their life. Ultimately, they want peace, confidence, and the ability to form healthier relationships—both with others and within themselves.
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.
Are you living with anxiety or depression? Are you having relationship issues with your significant other or family members? Do you need help adjusting to significant life changes? Are you ready to change your life, which will result in health, happiness, and healing in all areas of your life? Today is the day to schedule an appointment with DNM Health Services to address these issues. Located just south of Atlanta, GA, therapists, counselors, and life coaches are closer than you think to get you through the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Are you living with anxiety or depression? Are you having relationship issues with your significant other or family members? Do you need help adjusting to significant life changes? Are you ready to change your life, which will result in health, happiness, and healing in all areas of your life? Today is the day to schedule an appointment with DNM Health Services to address these issues. Located just south of Atlanta, GA, therapists, counselors, and life coaches are closer than you think to get you through the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Hello, I'm Jennifer Wymbs, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. For more than 30 years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through some of life's most challenging seasons. My experience spans community mental health, school social work, developmental disabilities, correctional mental health, and family systems work, giving me a broad understanding of the many factors that influence emotional well-being and healthy relationships. My clients are typically challenged with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, women's issues, grief & loss, and anger management concerns.
Hello, I'm Jennifer Wymbs, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. For more than 30 years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through some of life's most challenging seasons. My experience spans community mental health, school social work, developmental disabilities, correctional mental health, and family systems work, giving me a broad understanding of the many factors that influence emotional well-being and healthy relationships. My clients are typically challenged with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, women's issues, grief & loss, and anger management concerns.
I am a LCSW in the state of Georgia and the owner and operator of Live Again Counseling, LLC. I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues which include mental health, anger, trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I am a LCSW in the state of Georgia and the owner and operator of Live Again Counseling, LLC. I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues which include mental health, anger, trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I believe each individual is unique in their own way. My goal is to help each individual reach their full potential. Collaboratively, I will work with you to find your true self and bring out the strengths that you already posses. I have been working in the field of mental health since 2013. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults dealing with trauma, human trafficking, behavioral disorders, Depression, Anxiety, other severe and persistent mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities and other special needs. Whether you or someone you know is dealing with these issues, I am here to help.
I believe each individual is unique in their own way. My goal is to help each individual reach their full potential. Collaboratively, I will work with you to find your true self and bring out the strengths that you already posses. I have been working in the field of mental health since 2013. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults dealing with trauma, human trafficking, behavioral disorders, Depression, Anxiety, other severe and persistent mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities and other special needs. Whether you or someone you know is dealing with these issues, I am here to help.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your behavior, and develop strategies for positive change. I do not see myself as “all knowing”, but I collaborate with the client to bring about the client’s desired outcomes and change. I also utilize evidence-based techniques to help clients develop coping skills, improve self-esteem, and achieve greater success in all areas of of their lives.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your behavior, and develop strategies for positive change. I do not see myself as “all knowing”, but I collaborate with the client to bring about the client’s desired outcomes and change. I also utilize evidence-based techniques to help clients develop coping skills, improve self-esteem, and achieve greater success in all areas of of their lives.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of Georgia. I have over 20 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, as well as an extensive background in mental health. I specialize in helping clients manage life stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and loss. My therapeutic modalities include CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of Georgia. I have over 20 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, as well as an extensive background in mental health. I specialize in helping clients manage life stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and loss. My therapeutic modalities include CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy.
Tiffany L Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, NCC, CPCS
1 Endorsed
McDonough, GA 30253
Tiffany L. Sullivan, LPC, RPT, NCC, CPCS, Psychotherapist -- I currently hold a Bachelor's of Science in Human Services and a Master's of Science in Community Counseling from Mercer University. I am also credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Play Therapist (RPT), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS).
Tiffany L. Sullivan, LPC, RPT, NCC, CPCS, Psychotherapist -- I currently hold a Bachelor's of Science in Human Services and a Master's of Science in Community Counseling from Mercer University. I am also credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Play Therapist (RPT), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS).
I enjoy working collaberatively with clients. I like to start with determining my client's goal(s) and defining a plan to get them to their goal. I like for treatment to create lasting positive effects quickly. I love to see clients feel better and live more satisfying lives. I work with children, adults, and families. I work with trauma, grief, family dynamics, relationship issues, and much more. I use a variety of modalities to suit each client's specifics needs. My underlying philosophy is to look for the root of the issue and work toward total healing. I work from the perspective of a Christian worldview. Everyone is welcome.
I enjoy working collaberatively with clients. I like to start with determining my client's goal(s) and defining a plan to get them to their goal. I like for treatment to create lasting positive effects quickly. I love to see clients feel better and live more satisfying lives. I work with children, adults, and families. I work with trauma, grief, family dynamics, relationship issues, and much more. I use a variety of modalities to suit each client's specifics needs. My underlying philosophy is to look for the root of the issue and work toward total healing. I work from the perspective of a Christian worldview. Everyone is welcome.
Hello and welcome. I am your preferred therapist Shanon Thompson, LPC, NBCC. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals for therapy. I utilize CBT techniques and use a client centered approach. I have worked with a wide age range of clients in the community, virtual, and private practice settings. I have experience with clients who have challenges with anxiety, depression, stress, ADD, ADHD, anger management, addiction, bipolar, couples therapy, phobias, self harm, grief, trauma, etc.
Hello and welcome. I am your preferred therapist Shanon Thompson, LPC, NBCC. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals for therapy. I utilize CBT techniques and use a client centered approach. I have worked with a wide age range of clients in the community, virtual, and private practice settings. I have experience with clients who have challenges with anxiety, depression, stress, ADD, ADHD, anger management, addiction, bipolar, couples therapy, phobias, self harm, grief, trauma, etc.
WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU MATTERS. I help people navigate difficult chapters in life. My advanced training is in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, love addiction, narcissistic abuse, codependence and relationship issues. What makes working with me different than other therapist, you might ask? Together we work through the root cause of your problem rather than just symptom management. I use a combination of evidenced based techniques, to heal the underlying issues that cause your distress. Then everything starts to fall into place, the chaos in life reduces, you feel more comfortable and can accomplish your goals and have joy.
WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU MATTERS. I help people navigate difficult chapters in life. My advanced training is in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, love addiction, narcissistic abuse, codependence and relationship issues. What makes working with me different than other therapist, you might ask? Together we work through the root cause of your problem rather than just symptom management. I use a combination of evidenced based techniques, to heal the underlying issues that cause your distress. Then everything starts to fall into place, the chaos in life reduces, you feel more comfortable and can accomplish your goals and have joy.
Welcome! Stepping into therapy is an act of courage, and you deserve a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. I also offer EMDR therapy that can help you with major life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming stress. Let's work together to move you beyond survival and toward lasting healing. My hope is that our work together helps you feel more grounded, more empowered, and more aligned with the life you want to live.
Welcome! Stepping into therapy is an act of courage, and you deserve a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. I also offer EMDR therapy that can help you with major life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming stress. Let's work together to move you beyond survival and toward lasting healing. My hope is that our work together helps you feel more grounded, more empowered, and more aligned with the life you want to live.
Angel Jackson Paloade, MA, MFT, CCCT, SSPT, HFIMG (02175287), is a Certified Christian Counselor who is committed to helping those in need with reaching their highest level of functional living. She is certified through the Georgia Board of Examiners for Christian Counselors/ Therapists, and is a member of the Georgia Christian Counselors Association. Angel works in private practice, seeing individuals, couples, families, & groups from diverse cultural & socio-economic backgrounds. She utilizes a wide range of advanced therapeutic/clinical methods, & areas of specialty are, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, sexual/substance
Angel Jackson Paloade, MA, MFT, CCCT, SSPT, HFIMG (02175287), is a Certified Christian Counselor who is committed to helping those in need with reaching their highest level of functional living. She is certified through the Georgia Board of Examiners for Christian Counselors/ Therapists, and is a member of the Georgia Christian Counselors Association. Angel works in private practice, seeing individuals, couples, families, & groups from diverse cultural & socio-economic backgrounds. She utilizes a wide range of advanced therapeutic/clinical methods, & areas of specialty are, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, sexual/substance
Chanel Toson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Counseling is a process that takes you along a unique journey. It's important for you to have the tools you need to work through your process and travel along your unique journey day to day. Through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the clients that I serve receive tangible skills and useful directives they are able to utilize in their everyday living. You too will leave feeling empowered and equipped to address your challenges because you will be heard, validated, and supported in session. With that, you will be able to make healthy changes that will impact all spheres of your life, which is my ultimate goal!
Counseling is a process that takes you along a unique journey. It's important for you to have the tools you need to work through your process and travel along your unique journey day to day. Through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the clients that I serve receive tangible skills and useful directives they are able to utilize in their everyday living. You too will leave feeling empowered and equipped to address your challenges because you will be heard, validated, and supported in session. With that, you will be able to make healthy changes that will impact all spheres of your life, which is my ultimate goal!
If you are tired of digging around to find “what’s wrong with you” or endless therapy appointments that don't actually solve the problem, DBT will teach you how to meet your needs in relationships and stand up for yourself, how to choose your emotions and control them., and how to get through unimaginable moments intact. You'll learn how to build connections and live for today. In short? DBT will solve the problems you have without creating more. And remember, if you aren’t getting something out of psychotherapy, it’s time to move on. Having successfully helped surgeons to homemakers, let us help you meet your goals.
If you are tired of digging around to find “what’s wrong with you” or endless therapy appointments that don't actually solve the problem, DBT will teach you how to meet your needs in relationships and stand up for yourself, how to choose your emotions and control them., and how to get through unimaginable moments intact. You'll learn how to build connections and live for today. In short? DBT will solve the problems you have without creating more. And remember, if you aren’t getting something out of psychotherapy, it’s time to move on. Having successfully helped surgeons to homemakers, let us help you meet your goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of experience in outpatient mental health, crisis response, and program management. I specialize in providing individual, group, couples, and family counseling, integrating evidence-based, trauma-informed, and client-centered approaches. I have extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams, conducting comprehensive assessments, and coordinating care across community and clinical settings. Recognized for improving client outcomes and building strong partnerships, I am committed to expanding access to quality supportive mental health services.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of experience in outpatient mental health, crisis response, and program management. I specialize in providing individual, group, couples, and family counseling, integrating evidence-based, trauma-informed, and client-centered approaches. I have extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams, conducting comprehensive assessments, and coordinating care across community and clinical settings. Recognized for improving client outcomes and building strong partnerships, I am committed to expanding access to quality supportive mental health services.
The ideal client for me is someone who is willing to work on themselves and improve. Life in general is difficult so I don't expect there to be easy issues. No matter the issue, you can overcome anything with a positive mind!
The ideal client for me is someone who is willing to work on themselves and improve. Life in general is difficult so I don't expect there to be easy issues. No matter the issue, you can overcome anything with a positive mind!
Whether you or a loved one is struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, oppositional behaviors, grief, family conflict, or life transitions, I provide a supportive, judgment-free environment to help you move forward. I tailor treatment using evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, etc. With many years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, I am committed to helping clients build healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Whether you or a loved one is struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, oppositional behaviors, grief, family conflict, or life transitions, I provide a supportive, judgment-free environment to help you move forward. I tailor treatment using evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, etc. With many years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, I am committed to helping clients build healthier, more fulfilling lives.
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Intervention Therapists
How does an intervention work?
An intervention is a planned, structured meeting in which a person’s family or friends voice concerns about the person’s behavior and its consequences; the goal is for the person to accept treatment. In this meeting, the person’s loved ones (often with the guidance of a trained interventionist) share how the person’s behavior has harmed them and the consequences if the person refuses treatment. They collectively ask the person to accept a proposed treatment plan.
How effective are interventions?
There isn’t extensive research on the efficacy of interventions, in part because success is difficult to measure. Individuals often enter addiction treatment after an intervention, for example, but treatment itself may not work, especially if the person only begins due to external pressure from others rather than due to internal motivation to change. However, if all other attempts at helping someone have failed, an intervention may be worth exploring.
What are the limitations of interventions?
While a friend or family member’s intentions are in the right place in wanting to help a loved one through an intervention, there are significant limitations to the approach. The surprising nature of the event can make the person feel ambushed or judged. They may feel embarrassed or ashamed as a result, and relationships may be strained or broken. This can make it difficult for the individual to be receptive to the concerns of their loved ones and the interventionist.
Are there alternatives to interventions?
Rather than confronting a loved one through an intervention, an effective and less pressured approach is to create space for a caring, open, one-on-one conversation. This works best if the loved one asks open-ended questions, listens attentively to the answers, and frames their observations and statements with concern rather than judgment. More than one conversation may be needed, but change can take root over time.


