Couples Counseling Therapists in Smyrna, GA

I enjoy working with ages older teens (18 and up), adults, and couples . Common issues: Life transitions, grief, self-esteem, 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.

There are many obstacles/stressors in our lives such as career decisions, family, life transitions, finances and traumatic childhood experiences that could prevent us from becoming all that we know we can be. As a response to life stressors, many experience depression and anxiety at some point as they navigate through life. There are times when depression and anxiety seem to overcome us and we find it difficult to pick ourselves up to live the life that was intended to have. It impairs our ability to make decisions, to sleep, perform at work, our relationship with others and how we view ourselves in relations to what is occurring.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia as well as the state of Minnesota. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including: anxiety, stress, depression, grief, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family dynamic distresses, poor communication styles, racial discrimination in the work place, and emotional abuse. Furthermore, I have worked in the field of social work and mental health for over 16 years.

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!

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.

Each person has a unique journey and reason for seeking therapy, and while the circumstances are different, I believe the struggle and the pain underlying our stories are universal. I also believe that we can’t do this alone. We are made for connection. I want to help create a space within therapy for you to understand your story, find your voice, and discover what healing looks like for you so that you can be empowered inside and outside of therapy. I would love to partner with you so that as a team, we can discover what you need on your own journey as you move towards healing.

Have you lost all trust with your partner ? Are you at a loss as how to stop your child's destructive behaviors? Or maybe your bad habits are pulling you under. Everyone experiences self-defeating behaviors and relationship problems. But it doesn't have to stay this way. With my help, you can change. I have guided many through their hurts, abuse, anger, and depression. As an individual, couple, or family, I will sit with you, creating a safe space for you to be true to you, and help you discover the tools to accomplish your goals.

I meet every individual where they are in their personal journey to improve their mental health. My goal is to help my clients meet their goals by focusing on developing a relationship and creating personalized treatment plans. There is not a one size fits all approach to mental health care. I look forward to meeting and learning about each and every individual I work with.

"I take an eclectic approach to providing therapeutic services. The goal of therapeutic services is to assist my clients in obtaining and maintaining "Good Mental Health". Life can be challenging but it is our choices that make it difficult." Achieving good mental health requires a collaborative relationship , which begins with building a trusting therapeutic environment. In practice, I utilize a variety of theoretical approaches to include Reality/Choice Theory, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Family Systems and Adlerian. Although, we will identify and process unresolved childhood issues our main focus is in the Here and Now.

The positive benefits of a therapeutic relationship include self-understanding and self-acceptance, emotional balance, resolution of past hurts, freedom from guilt and shame, empathy, healthy dependency, contentment, a sense of wholeness, and empowerment to give and receive love deeply. I have the training and experience to help people achieve these benefits and in the process overcome roadblocks like depression or anxiety​, negative self-talk, grief and loss, destructive relationship patterns, marital distress, sexual struggles, and various types of trauma.

Hello, and thanks for coming to my bio. I have worked as a professional for nine years and have a license to practice in Georgia. I work primarily with adults. I've helped clients with depression, anxiety, depersonalization, grief, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I've also helped them deal with life changes and given them executive and professional coaching.

The nagging thoughts in your head tell you that if you put yourself first or don’t prioritize their needs then you might lose the relationship . The thought of that person not wanting you anymore makes your stomach drop. Give me a call or send me a message and we’ll get started on a plan for how to untangle those thoughts.

Stacia Therese March is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience in the mental health field. Stacia specializes in helping adolescents and adults struggling with grief, life transitions, exploitation, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, and depression, amongst other challenges. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Barry University and uses an eclectic therapeutic approach suited to her clients' individual care.

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.

As a bilingual Licensed Psychologist, fluent in Chinese (including Mandarin and Cantonese) and English, I provide individual therapy for adolescents and adults, as well as couples ’ therapy, through an integrative and culturally sensitive approach. I help clients who face a broad range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, grief, communication difficulties, relationship concerns, interpersonal conflicts, life transitions, cultural adjustment, work-related issues, identity, self-confidence and self-esteem struggles.

Life can sometimes feel like one big puzzle that we are constantly trying to piece together. We often lose our sense of self as we attempt to create the beautiful picture. My goal in working with you is to restore balance back to your life and help you feel more grounded. I specialize in depression, anxiety, maternal health, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, family dynamics, and multicultural issues. It is important to me that you find the best therapist for you! I am laid-back, approachable, often humorous, but mainly kind.

Robyn Starks is a Resident in Counseling (RIC) who has more than 7 years of experience working with children, adults, individuals, and couples who are seeking help in coping with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, communication, coping skills and parenting issues. Her passion includes learning alongside couples while helping them build and maintain fulfilling relationships through self-awareness and continued growth. Robyn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kennesaw State University and received his Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Richmont Graduate University.