Relational Therapists in Smyrna, GA

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Robyn Starks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Robyn utilizes relational, collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), mindfulness-based, art and play therapy techniques, solutions-focused (SFT), and emotionally-focused (EFT) approaches to therapy.
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.
Robyn utilizes relational, collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), mindfulness-based, art and play therapy techniques, solutions-focused (SFT), and emotionally-focused (EFT) approaches to therapy.
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.
(678) 252-6537 View (678) 252-6537
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Nancy Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I treat a number of mental health disorders, relational conflicts, bisexual identity concerns and provide a neutral ground, and comfortable setting for individuals, families, couples and/or partners.
Attention to your needs, whether individuals, couples, or partners by providing a neutral safe space, validating your concerns, customizing a plan that integrates all of you - body, mind, and soul, can lead to restoration. I invite you to visit my website at Thetrilogycounseling.com to become acquainted with my practice with hassle free online scheduling. My approach includes guiding you to restore balance - assessing all areas of life, to reframe, or look at situations from a slightly different perspective, and lead to renewal by putting in place coping skills and connect with your inner strengths.
I treat a number of mental health disorders, relational conflicts, bisexual identity concerns and provide a neutral ground, and comfortable setting for individuals, families, couples and/or partners.
Attention to your needs, whether individuals, couples, or partners by providing a neutral safe space, validating your concerns, customizing a plan that integrates all of you - body, mind, and soul, can lead to restoration. I invite you to visit my website at Thetrilogycounseling.com to become acquainted with my practice with hassle free online scheduling. My approach includes guiding you to restore balance - assessing all areas of life, to reframe, or look at situations from a slightly different perspective, and lead to renewal by putting in place coping skills and connect with your inner strengths.
(678) 253-4164 View (678) 253-4164
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Barbara D Carlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080  (Online Only)
Exclusively offering Telemental Health services, Barbara is relational and collaborative in her approach with individuals.
Barbara takes satisfaction in working with adults on a number of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, Everyone experiences difficulties and stress in life. Whether it is personal problems, relational issues, family or work situations, or chronic illness - professional, competent counseling can help. Barbara is excited to help clients experience effective change in their situations and relationships and to facilitate personal healing and growth. Through the therapuetic process, individuals become equipped to draw from their personal, spiritual, and social resources, as they encounter life's challenges.
Exclusively offering Telemental Health services, Barbara is relational and collaborative in her approach with individuals.
Barbara takes satisfaction in working with adults on a number of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, Everyone experiences difficulties and stress in life. Whether it is personal problems, relational issues, family or work situations, or chronic illness - professional, competent counseling can help. Barbara is excited to help clients experience effective change in their situations and relationships and to facilitate personal healing and growth. Through the therapuetic process, individuals become equipped to draw from their personal, spiritual, and social resources, as they encounter life's challenges.
(678) 671-3522 View (678) 671-3522
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Lisa Mahon
Psychologist, PhD, CGP, AGPA-F
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
My work is influenced by psychodynamic, interpersonal and attachment theories. I believe that at the core of a healthy and satisfying life is the capacity to form intimate attachments and maintain ongoing satisfying relationships. Therapy is a place where individuals can tell the meaningful stories of their lives and explore habitual patterns and relational styles. Doing this successfully requires a setting where the person feels safe and comfortable enough to explore their past and present relationships. My goal is for a person to discover the cut-off parts of themrself, thus allowing change and the emergence of one's true self.
My work is influenced by psychodynamic, interpersonal and attachment theories. I believe that at the core of a healthy and satisfying life is the capacity to form intimate attachments and maintain ongoing satisfying relationships. Therapy is a place where individuals can tell the meaningful stories of their lives and explore habitual patterns and relational styles. Doing this successfully requires a setting where the person feels safe and comfortable enough to explore their past and present relationships. My goal is for a person to discover the cut-off parts of themrself, thus allowing change and the emergence of one's true self.
(404) 566-8028 View (404) 566-8028
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Dr. Bryan A. Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin , LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Are you experiencing difficulties as a result of life challenges. Are you struggling with major life's decisions? Are you experiencing the loss of a loved one, spouse or partner? Does your child need help with behavioral modifications ? Do you need empowerment and spiritual healing from a broken relationship? Do you just need spiritual and emotional support in a open, safe and nonjudgmental environment?
Are you experiencing difficulties as a result of life challenges. Are you struggling with major life's decisions? Are you experiencing the loss of a loved one, spouse or partner? Does your child need help with behavioral modifications ? Do you need empowerment and spiritual healing from a broken relationship? Do you just need spiritual and emotional support in a open, safe and nonjudgmental environment?
(404) 800-7172 View (404) 800-7172
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Marjetta Gulley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
As an understanding empathetic counselor, I am dedicated to helping clients develop real and workable solutions to the obstacles they encounter as they journey through life. Clients are assisted to explore thought patterns, behaviors, systems and dynamics in order to produce the best outcome for their circumstance. Every person is treated with respect and their individuality is cherished as we work toward established goals and focus on achieving desired results. I am devoted to providing quality counsel by assisting individuals to achieve emotional healthiness and is committed to providing supportive, ethical therapy with ideology ultimately based on bibical values.
As an understanding empathetic counselor, I am dedicated to helping clients develop real and workable solutions to the obstacles they encounter as they journey through life. Clients are assisted to explore thought patterns, behaviors, systems and dynamics in order to produce the best outcome for their circumstance. Every person is treated with respect and their individuality is cherished as we work toward established goals and focus on achieving desired results. I am devoted to providing quality counsel by assisting individuals to achieve emotional healthiness and is committed to providing supportive, ethical therapy with ideology ultimately based on bibical values.
(404) 549-6258 View (404) 549-6258
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Travis Ramsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
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.
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.
(678) 882-7832 View (678) 882-7832
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Mayra Richards
Licensed Professional Counselor, APC, LPC, NBCC, AACC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Hi there! Remain Connected Counseling is a faith based counseling practice. We have a holistic view for healing: body, soul, and spirit. We love getting the opportunity to guide people in their journey of personal healing and self discovery. Our heart as a team of therapists is to help people connect with God, themselves, and others so they can find fulfillment and purpose. We love listening to clients, helping you find solutions, psycho-educating you about emotions and most of all creating a safe place to process and attain healing.
Hi there! Remain Connected Counseling is a faith based counseling practice. We have a holistic view for healing: body, soul, and spirit. We love getting the opportunity to guide people in their journey of personal healing and self discovery. Our heart as a team of therapists is to help people connect with God, themselves, and others so they can find fulfillment and purpose. We love listening to clients, helping you find solutions, psycho-educating you about emotions and most of all creating a safe place to process and attain healing.
(678) 909-1386 View (678) 909-1386
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Randy Q Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(404) 369-8148 View (404) 369-8148
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Cumberland Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAMFT, NBCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
It’s truly incredible when a person sees that there’s something inside them that they want to work on, and then they go after that. It’s incredible that you’re here, that you’re searching. The people who want to be the best version of themselves, who want to break “generational traumas” and work on their mental health so that they can pass down health, wholeness, peace, and light to the next generation - those are the superheroes. Our mental health is our foundation for how we relate to ourselves and world around us after all - Our God, ourselves, and others.
It’s truly incredible when a person sees that there’s something inside them that they want to work on, and then they go after that. It’s incredible that you’re here, that you’re searching. The people who want to be the best version of themselves, who want to break “generational traumas” and work on their mental health so that they can pass down health, wholeness, peace, and light to the next generation - those are the superheroes. Our mental health is our foundation for how we relate to ourselves and world around us after all - Our God, ourselves, and others.
(678) 498-6477 View (678) 498-6477
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Angela Hogg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Hi! My name is Angela Hogg. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience in helping individuals overcome life’s challenges. I have extensive experience in treating depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem issues, and marital/family issues. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as I believe our thoughts and behaviors are connected and affect one another. I also provide Christian Counseling, as I am a Christian, and that does affect my paradigm. I approach therapy with you being an active participant in the process. I will help you to identify problems and together we’ll come up with plans to create change.
Hi! My name is Angela Hogg. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience in helping individuals overcome life’s challenges. I have extensive experience in treating depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem issues, and marital/family issues. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as I believe our thoughts and behaviors are connected and affect one another. I also provide Christian Counseling, as I am a Christian, and that does affect my paradigm. I approach therapy with you being an active participant in the process. I will help you to identify problems and together we’ll come up with plans to create change.
(678) 325-3048 View (678) 325-3048
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Wellness Without Walls, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
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 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.
(404) 738-8781 View (404) 738-8781
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Drew Phillips
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082
If your life and relationships aren't going the way you'd like, if your marriage feels painful, if you're at your wit's end with your children's behavior, if you want to do things differently but feel stuck- I'd like to help. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, intimacy, personal boundaries, parenting issues, divorce and its impact on the children- all of these can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate well. I work with children and families (ages 5+), parents, adult men, and couples.
If your life and relationships aren't going the way you'd like, if your marriage feels painful, if you're at your wit's end with your children's behavior, if you want to do things differently but feel stuck- I'd like to help. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, intimacy, personal boundaries, parenting issues, divorce and its impact on the children- all of these can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate well. I work with children and families (ages 5+), parents, adult men, and couples.
(678) 647-9031 View (678) 647-9031
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Tania Rochelle-Catoe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30082  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with ages 18 to 99 in all areas of personal growth. I treat many issues, including depression, anxiety, stress, grief, work or school issues, trauma, and substance abuse. I am trained in EMDR for processing trauma. As a writer myself, I try to help clients discover and nurture their own creative gifts as we seek imaginative solutions to challenges.
I enjoy working with ages 18 to 99 in all areas of personal growth. I treat many issues, including depression, anxiety, stress, grief, work or school issues, trauma, and substance abuse. I am trained in EMDR for processing trauma. As a writer myself, I try to help clients discover and nurture their own creative gifts as we seek imaginative solutions to challenges.
(404) 793-0834 View (404) 793-0834
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Judi Ingram Adkins
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Our wounds are the very place where meaningful wholeness and growth can begin. In over 30 years of private practice with individuals, couples and families, I have engaged deeply in the varied ways people set out to heal. Families in crisis appreciate the active way I connect with and engage all parties in the process of change. Helping couples learn to listen with curiosity rather than react in the "same old way", more deeply understand each other, reach forgiveness or acceptance, and open up possibilities regarding desire and intimacy are all strengths in my work.
Our wounds are the very place where meaningful wholeness and growth can begin. In over 30 years of private practice with individuals, couples and families, I have engaged deeply in the varied ways people set out to heal. Families in crisis appreciate the active way I connect with and engage all parties in the process of change. Helping couples learn to listen with curiosity rather than react in the "same old way", more deeply understand each other, reach forgiveness or acceptance, and open up possibilities regarding desire and intimacy are all strengths in my work.
(770) 792-7470 View (770) 792-7470
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Inneractions Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
I believe in a trusting therapeutic relationship to create change. Then we design, create and assemble a toolbox filled with interests, experiences, successes, skills, and reminders to handle the unexpected and difficult parts of life. Since working with children, adolescents, adults, parents and families for over 20 years, my specialties focus on social skills development, interpersonal relationships, verbal and nonverbal communication, as well as understanding and identifying client strengths, beliefs, and passions so that they may gain a toolbox that works for them.
I believe in a trusting therapeutic relationship to create change. Then we design, create and assemble a toolbox filled with interests, experiences, successes, skills, and reminders to handle the unexpected and difficult parts of life. Since working with children, adolescents, adults, parents and families for over 20 years, my specialties focus on social skills development, interpersonal relationships, verbal and nonverbal communication, as well as understanding and identifying client strengths, beliefs, and passions so that they may gain a toolbox that works for them.
(678) 846-6946 View (678) 846-6946
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Faith I Arkel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
I know that coming to counseling can be a difficult decision but I also believe that it takes more courage to face one's problems than to avoid them. I have a practical, down-to-earth approach - seeking to identify, address, and resolve areas of conflict and obstacles in your life. I am there to support you through the process of self-discovery - creating a safe place to find your strength, your voice and to discover what is true for you.
I know that coming to counseling can be a difficult decision but I also believe that it takes more courage to face one's problems than to avoid them. I have a practical, down-to-earth approach - seeking to identify, address, and resolve areas of conflict and obstacles in your life. I am there to support you through the process of self-discovery - creating a safe place to find your strength, your voice and to discover what is true for you.
(678) 466-7409 View (678) 466-7409
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Edurne Paula Chopeitia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
You want to "feel more like yourself" with your children, at work, and in your intimate relationships. You want to love freely, find balance, or prepare for a change. We can explore the WHYs or focus on the HOWs. I can help you understand the repeating patterns that impact your well-being and gain new skills to create and discover choices. I offer consultations for brief focused therapy, long-term psychotherapy, coaching, and referrals to other specialists.
You want to "feel more like yourself" with your children, at work, and in your intimate relationships. You want to love freely, find balance, or prepare for a change. We can explore the WHYs or focus on the HOWs. I can help you understand the repeating patterns that impact your well-being and gain new skills to create and discover choices. I offer consultations for brief focused therapy, long-term psychotherapy, coaching, and referrals to other specialists.
(404) 800-4699 View (404) 800-4699
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Karen Elizabeth Demski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082
Hey you! Yes you out there scrolling through this website looking for a therapist and feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of us. I can help you. I can help you if you are feeling overwhelmed with daily life stressors or major life events. I would love to help you find the path to your best self through an eclectic use of therapy techniques. We can make sense of a confusing world. Developing a strong therapeutic relationship is the start of facilitating change. I love seeing a variety of people aged 16 and up from different walks of life, cultures, genders and neurotypes. Let's do this!
Hey you! Yes you out there scrolling through this website looking for a therapist and feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of us. I can help you. I can help you if you are feeling overwhelmed with daily life stressors or major life events. I would love to help you find the path to your best self through an eclectic use of therapy techniques. We can make sense of a confusing world. Developing a strong therapeutic relationship is the start of facilitating change. I love seeing a variety of people aged 16 and up from different walks of life, cultures, genders and neurotypes. Let's do this!
(678) 820-4839 View (678) 820-4839
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Jess A. McMillan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
**CURRENTLY VIRTUAL ONLY**The prospect of beginning therapy can be a daunting one, and you must do your best to find the right therapist with whom you will share your fears, your pain, your hopes and your dreams. To be a part of someone's therapeutic journey is an honor and a privilege. If we work together, I can assure you that I will strive to honor your process and your goals for therapy. It is my aim to cultivate relationships with my clients that are founded in trust and compassion, and are characterized by a sense of warmth and security.
**CURRENTLY VIRTUAL ONLY**The prospect of beginning therapy can be a daunting one, and you must do your best to find the right therapist with whom you will share your fears, your pain, your hopes and your dreams. To be a part of someone's therapeutic journey is an honor and a privilege. If we work together, I can assure you that I will strive to honor your process and your goals for therapy. It is my aim to cultivate relationships with my clients that are founded in trust and compassion, and are characterized by a sense of warmth and security.
(404) 334-3761 View (404) 334-3761

Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.