Bisexual Therapists in Roswell, GA

I believe in the natural blend of mind+body+spirit for comprehensive healing. Are you chronically anxious and want to untangle the root cause of your worries? I invite you to begin healing by exploring your personal + sacred experiences through a lens of curiosity & compassion. If you have an overactive mind or a sensitive body, I offer a toolbox of support to help you rediscover a meaningful life. It is my privilege to help you navigate your transformative journey with kindness & clarity. I have a foundation in Western Psychology with training in Holistic healing modalities rooted in Eastern philosophies.

We are passionate about providing a safe space for our clients to find internal and external peace by living and loving more authentically. If you want to foster more love for yourself, boost your self-esteem, confidence, authenticity, start here. We can alleviate depression, anxiety, uncertainty; and heal your pain and trauma. We believe everyone deserves empathy and support free of judgment. We particularly love working with people in or considering non-monogamous relationships and transgender or gender non-conforming youth. Office hours include evenings and weekends.

Do you find that past experiences are limiting how you view yourself or the ease in which you are able to connect with others? Individuals that have experienced adverse experiences can often feel like they have to “get better” by themself which can feel daunting and oftentimes isolating. If you are looking into therapy, I am guessing you have tried your hardest to work through your unique circumstances without long lasting relief. If you are ready to explore the parts of your story that continue to hold you back with someone who will approach your story with curiosity and compassion, you are in the right place.

Are you struggling with accepting and loving yourself? Self-compassion can be the basis for real positive change and it can be developed. Have changes in your life or relationships become challenging for you to navigate? Exploring your emotions and thoughts in an open, caring, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship can provide clarity for insight and direction. Working with a counselor that you connect with is the first step in finding new ways to live and thrive. Artists of all backgrounds, restaurant workers, and educators, please reach out. I offer discounted rates based on financial need.

Experiencing anxiety and stress can leave you feeling exhausted, depleted, and disconnected. You may find yourself having a difficult time balancing your many responsibilities. You may feel overwhelmed to the point that you are having a difficult time completing projects or wanting to connect with others. You are now ready to cope with your anxiety and stress, so you may once again engage in healthy loving relationships. Most of all, you are ready to live a more aligned and connected life.

Have you felt like forming and maintaining relationships, engaging in consistent self-care, or basic adulting is harder for you than those around you? Do you feel like you’re never quite able to “be yourself,” or even understand what that might look like? Do you feel you’re either “too much” or “not enough?” Whether you’re in the early days of exploring a potential neurodivergent identity, or processing a recent self or formal neurodivergent diagnosis, we may be a good fit.

Welcome! We are a collaborative of mental health practitioners who specialize in working with the interconnected impact of Trauma in a person’s life, and supporting them to heal. Most of our clients are navigating symptoms of PTSD/C-PTSD (including military sexual trauma, moral injury, combat and Veteran trauma), depression, anxiety, gender, sexuality, substance use, or the Schizophrenia spectrum. We also work with perinatal mental health, including the complexities and trauma that can occur for individuals/families navigating pregnancy and fertility. We work with a wide range of mental health crises, mood, and behavioral symptoms.

Affinity Counseling offers specialty services for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Affinity counseling also offers specialty services for trauma and trans-identified persons (i.e., gender psycho-social assessments, HRT approval letters & gender reassignment surgery approval letters). As a collaborative team with twenty years of expertise, we will build upon your unique strengths, process traumatic experiences, and work towards your goals.

Do you feel like your life isn't working as it should? Have everyday responsibilities become burdensome? Have your relationships become strained? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by stress and anxiety? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, I can help.

I know firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate difficult emotions from a personal and parenting perspective. That's why I enjoy working closely with families to develop strategies for managing challenging behaviors and promoting healthy emotional development in children. Kids can have really BIG feelings, and sometimes it takes big collaboration to help them and you figure it out. Additionally, as someone that has had a lifelong battle with anxiety, I have enjoyed helping people of all ages navigate and develop the tools and strategies you need to manage your symptoms and live a more fulfilling life.

I am honored that you are here. Within our therapeutic relationship, my goal is to make you feel supported and accepted as I walk beside you during your time in therapy. As you are empowered to make decisions for your life, I am right beside you, cheering you on. I am a trauma treatment certified Licensed Master Social Worker and provide psychotherapy to clients through an anti-oppressive and body liberated framework. My approach is client-focused and centered on voices of all identities, backgrounds, and experiences.

Finding the right path towards safety, trust, healing, and growth can be a daunting task. Allowing ourselves to seek support through therapy can begin the process towards connecting you to your truest self. My goal is to help you navigate the challenges that arise in your life through a warm and trusting relationship and environment. I believe in meeting each person where they are at. I use an eclectic approach that draws from a number of modalities to help utilize the whole self.

You have experienced something that has definitely caught your attention. You have found yourself in a sink or swim situation. Do you have a problem? Maybe, but for now you just want to find a way out. Once you do, maybe you will discover there is work to do. Maybe, there is something missing? How can one fill this void? How does one rid themselves of experiences they don't take the time to confront? Lets start the healing process.

Dr. Mary Huffstead is a licensed professional counselor, national board-certified counselor, registered play therapist, and certified professional counselor supervisor. Dr. Huffstead has extensive training in individual, family/couples, group and play therapy. She has a wealth of experience with a diverse client population ranging in age from primary school through adulthood. Her primary clinical work encompasses anxiety, depression, trauma, work/school issues, family conflict, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse or neglect, biracial identity development, interracial relationships, and transracial adoption issues.

Hello, I am Shamikia McGhee a National Certified Counselor and I am here to assist and help you navigate those difficult times in this journey called "Life". I commend you for taking the brave opportunity in your healing journey. My clinical approach is experiential which allow the client to use expressive tools to recreate specific situations from the past and present. Throughout my career, I have worked with a variety of communities as veterans, adults, children, teenagers and offenders. My favorite population to work with is African American men and women changing the stigma with mental health in our community.

It is my belief that quality of life is promoted by breaking through barriers that prevent wholistic growth of the the individual and/or family unit. Thus, it has been my professional goal to empower individuals, families and communities over the last 20 years from my clinical and educational experiences. My clinical expertise covers the following: Impulse Control Problems, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Sexual Addictions, Mood Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Learning Disorders, Domestic Violence, Sexual Victimization, Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution, Bully Prevention, Anger Management, Family Preservation/Reintegration, Parenting, Stress Management and Assessment/Diagnostics.

Ever feel like being human isn’t always enough? Like you’re supposed to have superpowers that haven’t “kicked in” yet? Have you ever felt stuck? As human beings, we are met with obstacles. When those obstacles become overwhelming, we may feel stuck or confined to thoughts and feelings of failure, defeat, or hopelessness. I believe that our experiences allow us to create unique narratives that tell the stories of our lives. I work with clients to rewrite the stories they feel confined to. I respect the distinct narratives shared by each client and thrive to help them achieve the success they are in search of.

Offering in-person & telehealth in Georgia. Also,Registered Telehealth provider in the state of Florida. I believe that life is about a journey. The more skills we develop the greater our ability to navigate through life's challenges. "If we do not change our direction we are likely to end up where we are headed." I strongly believe that effective therapy is a two way street. It takes a cooperative effort by both the client and the therapist. It takes a commitment to make difficult changes in behavior or thinking patterns. The kind of therapy I practice centers on the principles of personal responsibility, honesty and self-respect.