Adults Therapists in Smyrna, GA

I enjoy working with teens 16-19, adults , and couples. Common issues: ADHD, grief, self-esteem, bullying, divorce, depression, anxiety, relationship/marital/family conflicts, infertility, spirituality/finding life purpose, work/life balance, perfectionism, career, anxiety, and depression. My goal is to help clients discover & develop their own talents and strengths regardless of their past, promote self-awareness and authenticity, and collaboratively assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals. I believe that YOU are the expert on your life, I am just here to help you along the way.

With a therapeutic relationship filled with nurturing and collaboration, along with a bit of humor and playfulness, we can explore dynamics, improve skills, and overcome barriers. Together, we identify and utilize strengths in the process of facing more challenging emotional and relational struggles. My clients, which include children, adolescents, and adults , frequently address issues such as anxieties, OCD, ADHD, trauma, negative self-worth, school/work-based challenges, perfectionism, emotional regulation, preparation/adjustment to divorce, parenting, bullying, and the overall desire to improve key relationships.

Erika Sledge is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia who has 9 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, adults , and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, anger management, stress self-esteem, ADHD/ADD, Schizophrenia Spectrum and Psychotic Disorders, and mood disorders. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Georgia Southern University and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.

I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in working with children and adolescents. I also work with adults . While post-graduate training, and teaching, have increased my skills, what makes me a good therapist are the beliefs I hold dear. I believe in people and their ability to heal and thrive. I believe that the connection I have with my clients not only allows them to open up to me, but others as well. Most importantly, I believe that working with others is a tremendous responsibility and a sacred trust. It is an honor I never take lightly.

My therapeutic philosophy is grounded in positive psychology. I believe that although we face challenges, we posses strengths. With support we can overcome emotional pain, be healed, be reconciled, and thrive. l use a variety of techniques during counseling sessions. My client centered approach includes narrative therapy, hope and family systems theory - genograms. I have over 17 years experience as a school counselor, I understand the school system. I know strategies to improve your child's grades. I will partner with you to strengthen your child's ability to deal with bullying, anxiety, and improve behavior.

I'm passionate about adolescents and young adults (ages 12-30ish), understanding that these periods of life can be hard for most of us. If you're a teenager, college student, or young professional who's feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or wrestling with things like identity, self-esteem, or life transitions, I'd love to help. I believe in the strength of young people to work and grow through issues like depression, suicidality, anxiety, transitional issues, academic or social pressures, and more!

Chelsea Ward is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with a specialty in addiction counseling and clinical mental health in the state of Georgia. She works with adolescents, adults and couples that have concerns with depression, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, relationship issues, addiction, and etc. She has experience working with clients from cultural, spiritual, diverse and religious backgrounds. As a therapist, Chelsea’s goal is to promote mindfulness, therapeutic counseling and well being of the heart, mind, body and soul through the use of CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Mindfulness.

Jordan is a caring and insightful therapist that has always had a passion for discovering the beauty in all that she encounters. As a therapist her goal is to help you uncover the beauty of what lies within, your true potential. Jordan strives to equip her clients with the necessary tools to tackle the world one issue at a time. She works with teens, adults and couples providing a safe, affirming, non-judgmental space for healing and support. As a humanistic and mindful therapist, Jordan helps clients gain a better understanding of their emotions and experiences through establishing a collaborative therapeutic relationship.

I am honored to help children, adolescents, and adults struggling with fears and challenges, including trauma, that hinder their growth and exploration of life. My commitment to reach those who are experiencing great sadness and a lack of motivation in their lives helps me to understand my clients' alienation and pain. The forced isolation due to Covid has further hindered our natural enjoyment of life, and I take it as my duty to foster a relationship with those in need and reach them on their level. Both parenting and being a child are just plain harder now. Furthermore, being single currently feels more alone in our world.

** I welcome working with adults and families who suffer from trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger management, and life transitional issues. I also embrace working with men's issues, executive professionals, families, and athletes w/ performance issues. My wish is to assist in guiding you through life's journey. My approach to treatment begins through a compassionate lens of “person-in-environment”, the idea that an individual, couple, or family cannot be understood without respect for the various aspects of their social, familial, temporal, spiritual, economic, and physical environment

My passion is helping children, adolescents, and adults build self awareness and acquire positive coping strategies and skills that allow them to lead more fulfilling lives. I aim to create an environment that is welcoming and non-judgmental - a space in which the client feels safe and secure. I work collaboratively with each client to address feelings tied to anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, interpersonal struggles, self-esteem, behavioral issues, parent-child relations, abuse, and family and life changes/transitions.

Amelia’s commitment is to help people regardless ethnicity, nationality, gender or socio-economic, and cultural background. Amelia believes that a collaborative therapeutic relationship will help to overcome the problems people have when they seek for professional counseling. Amelia’s ultimately goal is to empower the clients to best ensure their success.

My ideal client is usually someone who is seeking answers to various life stressors or someone who may be seeking to make positive changes in his/her life. Additionally, I work with children and adolescents as well as their families who are looking to maximize their personal and academic successes.

Shereka Shaw is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCSW) in the state of Georgia who has over 10 years of experience working with children and adolescents who struggle with managing their emotions due to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and experienced traumatic events, while also providing assistance to their families. She also has worked with adults with substance abuse history, mood disorders, and PTSD.

When we don't feel safe, heard, accepted, or understood, our lives become more challenging. Our defense mechanisms, the behaviors we find hardest to change, become stronger, and our worries become louder. As a therapist, I believe in creating a nurturing, safe, trusting, and non-judgemental environment where you can feel seen, heard, and free to share openly. In our sessions, the walls that were once built up can come down to create a place of acceptance and healing. I want you to know that you are good enough, you can heal, and you have the ability to save yourself!

Hi! Are you tired of struggling and going in circles? Do you want to get to the bottom of things and not just looking to talk? My style is like a mirror, I reflect back what I see from you. You will gain a better understanding of yourself and we will work together to get to the root cause of your issues!! Because of my adult approach, I work best with adults and also couples. I understand the woman’s perspective and the man’s perspective really well so I’m able to be neutral and objective to what is going on. I also work with people struggling with addiction, as long as you’re serious about turning your life around.

Darrell earned his Master’s degree in Community Mental Health Counseling at Malone University in 2008. While in school, he lead and developed, “How to Counsel the Black Family.” He also trained for seven years in working with individuals that were charged with DUI in Ohio. He moved to Atlanta, Georgia, in 2010. While in Atlanta, he worked with several core agencies and private businesses throughout Georgia. In 2012, he received his certification in Rational Living Therapy, and is a state certified professional counselor supervisor.

Welcome and congratulations on taking the first steps toward becoming a better version of yourself. The decision to pursue therapy takes so much bravery! I hope to honor such efforts by providing a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your past/present issues to provide insight into feelings and behaviors. This process lays the groundwork for reaching a place of greater fulfillment.

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.

Deciding to go to therapy is not an easy decision. It may take months or even years before deciding to put yourself in the position to truly work on your issues & that is okay. You did it & you are here! Hello, my name is Vanessa Guerrier & I am an associate professional counselor. I have dedicated my life to studying the Ins & outs of mental health. In life, we may struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, or adjusting to life's changes. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds & settings including adolescents, adults , couples, & families who struggle to cope with daily stressors; & I believe I can help you too. Life often