Therapists in Smyrna, GA
Alexandra Gray
Counselor, APC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082
Alexandra Gray is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia who began practicing in 2022. Her main focus areas are Anxiety, Autism Spectrum and ADHD, and the LGBTQIA community. Alexandra has the Autism-Informed Professional certification, she is an Alternative Lifestyle-affirming member of the LGBTQIA community, and she arrived at her focus areas through a combination of formal training and lived experience. A significant portion of her work deals with navigating complexities and liminal spaces around neurodivergence and alternative lifestyles (the “Standard Issue Model Society vs. Specialty Model Human” conundrum);
Alexandra Gray is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia who began practicing in 2022. Her main focus areas are Anxiety, Autism Spectrum and ADHD, and the LGBTQIA community. Alexandra has the Autism-Informed Professional certification, she is an Alternative Lifestyle-affirming member of the LGBTQIA community, and she arrived at her focus areas through a combination of formal training and lived experience. A significant portion of her work deals with navigating complexities and liminal spaces around neurodivergence and alternative lifestyles (the “Standard Issue Model Society vs. Specialty Model Human” conundrum);
Kristne Broadway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082
Dani Broadway graduated in 2016 with their Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Dani utilizes a mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy approach to counseling. Dani believes healing happens in the present and aims to teach clients to be more present with themselves and their environment. Dani's areas of specialty include gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues, life transitions, and chronic diseases. In their spare time, Dani enjoys traveling to new places, hiking, and spending time with their wife and pets.
Dani Broadway graduated in 2016 with their Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Dani utilizes a mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy approach to counseling. Dani believes healing happens in the present and aims to teach clients to be more present with themselves and their environment. Dani's areas of specialty include gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues, life transitions, and chronic diseases. In their spare time, Dani enjoys traveling to new places, hiking, and spending time with their wife and pets.
Anitra Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080 (Online Only)
Have you been searching for an affirming LGBT therapist? Are you considering therapy for the first time, but unsure if it's right for you? Have you been dealing with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, sexual orientation concerns, or other life stressors? Well you've come to the right place! Together we can work through life's challenges in a safe, non judgmental environment. I will work with you to help you develop the tools to navigate your stressors in a healthy way.
Have you been searching for an affirming LGBT therapist? Are you considering therapy for the first time, but unsure if it's right for you? Have you been dealing with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, sexual orientation concerns, or other life stressors? Well you've come to the right place! Together we can work through life's challenges in a safe, non judgmental environment. I will work with you to help you develop the tools to navigate your stressors in a healthy way.
Whitney Melancon
Counselor, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Hi! My name is Whitney and I am a licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, anger management, depression, trauma and life transitions. I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I love working with clients who are seeking change in their lives and are ready to live a meaningful life.
Hi! My name is Whitney and I am a licensed Associate Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, anger management, depression, trauma and life transitions. I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I love working with clients who are seeking change in their lives and are ready to live a meaningful life.
Candice Cruse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082
Waitlist for new clients
I often find myself supporting people who are neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, ethically nonmonogamous, those with “alternative” faiths, and teens.
Have you tried therapy before and walked away feeling misunderstood? Have you worried that you wouldn't be able to share everything about yourself in session, fearing judgement? When we don’t fit the norms around us, it’s pretty easy for anxiety and depression to wreak havoc on our mental health and self-esteem, making it more difficult to feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable. Having struggled with alienation myself, I’ve gravitated to helping people who experience this too.
I often find myself supporting people who are neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, ethically nonmonogamous, those with “alternative” faiths, and teens.
Have you tried therapy before and walked away feeling misunderstood? Have you worried that you wouldn't be able to share everything about yourself in session, fearing judgement? When we don’t fit the norms around us, it’s pretty easy for anxiety and depression to wreak havoc on our mental health and self-esteem, making it more difficult to feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable. Having struggled with alienation myself, I’ve gravitated to helping people who experience this too.
Carrie Gensler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CPCS, NBCCH
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in trauma/PTSD/CPTSD and LGBTQIA.
We all need a place where we can feel safe with ourselves and our emotions. Maybe you feel lost or just don't feel like yourself anymore. Perhaps you are struggling with crippling anxiety, the effects of trauma, or lack of motivation. Working together we can address these issues to help you live a happier life. Therapy doesn't have to be about changing yourself, it can be a journey of self discovery. I take a holistic approach to therapy, exploring all dimensions, in order to get a clear concept of you. This helps us implement specific coping skills for you, reframe, and connect you to your inner strengths.
I specialize in trauma/PTSD/CPTSD and LGBTQIA.
We all need a place where we can feel safe with ourselves and our emotions. Maybe you feel lost or just don't feel like yourself anymore. Perhaps you are struggling with crippling anxiety, the effects of trauma, or lack of motivation. Working together we can address these issues to help you live a happier life. Therapy doesn't have to be about changing yourself, it can be a journey of self discovery. I take a holistic approach to therapy, exploring all dimensions, in order to get a clear concept of you. This helps us implement specific coping skills for you, reframe, and connect you to your inner strengths.
Afiya Yabuku
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
I work with children (3-17), adults, couples, families, and the LGBTQ+ population.
I believe that therapy is all about unlocking the strength and potential that exists within each of us. As a counselor, my job is to motivate people to stand courageously in the truth of who they are. This principle guides the work I do with children, adults, couples, and families.
I work with children (3-17), adults, couples, families, and the LGBTQ+ population.
I believe that therapy is all about unlocking the strength and potential that exists within each of us. As a counselor, my job is to motivate people to stand courageously in the truth of who they are. This principle guides the work I do with children, adults, couples, and families.
Counseling Services of Atlanta
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30082
We treat: Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress, relationship issues, Parenting, Divorce, Couples, Mood Disorders, Childhood abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Loneliness, Grief, Eating disorders, Addiction (all forms), ADHD/ADD, Women's Issues, LGBT Issues, Men's Issues,Teen Issues, Bipolar, Play therapy/social skills for ages 3 and up, and Life coaching.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, and family therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Vinings, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
We treat: Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress, relationship issues, Parenting, Divorce, Couples, Mood Disorders, Childhood abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Loneliness, Grief, Eating disorders, Addiction (all forms), ADHD/ADD, Women's Issues, LGBT Issues, Men's Issues,Teen Issues, Bipolar, Play therapy/social skills for ages 3 and up, and Life coaching.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, and family therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Vinings, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
Karen Elizabeth Demski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082
HAES, LGBTQIA, ND affirming.
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!
HAES, LGBTQIA, ND affirming.
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!
Jennifer A Riapos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Waitlist for new clients
Jennifer has a passion for and specializes in working with LGBTQ+ youth, addiction issues, trauma, & families in crisis; a wealth of experience working with clients with bipolar, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, anger and relationship issues.
Jennifer earned her Master's degree in Social Work at Kennesaw State University graduating cum laude. She is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a member of the National Association of Social Workers. A New Jersey native, Jennifer relocated to Cobb County in 2005 as a single parent raising two children. She is active in the community and her church. Jennifer has extensive experience working with varied populations: working with a pregnancy resource center; inpatient adolescents; individuals/families in the community; as well as substance abuse/mental health IOP/PHP treatment settings.
Jennifer has a passion for and specializes in working with LGBTQ+ youth, addiction issues, trauma, & families in crisis; a wealth of experience working with clients with bipolar, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, anger and relationship issues.
Jennifer earned her Master's degree in Social Work at Kennesaw State University graduating cum laude. She is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a member of the National Association of Social Workers. A New Jersey native, Jennifer relocated to Cobb County in 2005 as a single parent raising two children. She is active in the community and her church. Jennifer has extensive experience working with varied populations: working with a pregnancy resource center; inpatient adolescents; individuals/families in the community; as well as substance abuse/mental health IOP/PHP treatment settings.
Jenni Caruso - Attento Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
My name is Jenni Caruso. I'm a LPC who is dedicated to providing clinically-informed, person-centered therapy services to children, adolescents, & young adults. My clinical expertise include child & adolescent development, emotional/behavioral/social challenges, anxiety, depression, women's issues, grief/loss, miscarriage/child loss, life transitions, ADHD & LGBTQ+. AdditionalIy, I'm a Certified Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist & I'm intensively trained to provide Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to help my adult clients who struggle with PTSD, treatment-resistant depression, and severe anxiety.
My name is Jenni Caruso. I'm a LPC who is dedicated to providing clinically-informed, person-centered therapy services to children, adolescents, & young adults. My clinical expertise include child & adolescent development, emotional/behavioral/social challenges, anxiety, depression, women's issues, grief/loss, miscarriage/child loss, life transitions, ADHD & LGBTQ+. AdditionalIy, I'm a Certified Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist & I'm intensively trained to provide Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to help my adult clients who struggle with PTSD, treatment-resistant depression, and severe anxiety.
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Smyrna, GA 30080
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Whatever you have walked through that has led you to this space, I welcome you. In this safe and judgement free environment, you are free to explore who you are, what you’ve experienced, and how to heal. I believe all humans deserve support, with a particular specialization in ADHD & Autism, emotional & physical trauma, LGBTQ+, inner child work, & religious wounding. I have had the honor of sitting with a broad diversity of clients in various settings, and am deeply passionate about social justice, radical empathy, and unconditional positive-regard. You don’t have to walk this challenging process on your own - let’s grow together.
Whatever you have walked through that has led you to this space, I welcome you. In this safe and judgement free environment, you are free to explore who you are, what you’ve experienced, and how to heal. I believe all humans deserve support, with a particular specialization in ADHD & Autism, emotional & physical trauma, LGBTQ+, inner child work, & religious wounding. I have had the honor of sitting with a broad diversity of clients in various settings, and am deeply passionate about social justice, radical empathy, and unconditional positive-regard. You don’t have to walk this challenging process on your own - let’s grow together.
Chantel Kufeji
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080 (Online Only)
I am a licensed therapist with over ten years of experience serving adolescents, adults, and families. I have helped countless individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and I advocate/support people of the LGBTQ+ community. I truly have a passion for mental health and strive to be to be a strength-based change agent with a trauma-focused approach.
I am a licensed therapist with over ten years of experience serving adolescents, adults, and families. I have helped countless individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and I advocate/support people of the LGBTQ+ community. I truly have a passion for mental health and strive to be to be a strength-based change agent with a trauma-focused approach.
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.
Joshua Young
MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Would you or others describe your lifestyle as "unconventional"? Are you someone of one or more marginalized identities seeking an affirming space to grow? Do you find yourself worrying excessively or immobilized by fear? Maybe life feels stagnant, and you are looking for more "sparkle." Perhaps you are navigating substance use concerns or having difficulty with setting and maintaining personal boundaries. If you are on the path of exploring yourself and creating a life characterized by self-authenticity, I am here to accompany you on that journey.
Would you or others describe your lifestyle as "unconventional"? Are you someone of one or more marginalized identities seeking an affirming space to grow? Do you find yourself worrying excessively or immobilized by fear? Maybe life feels stagnant, and you are looking for more "sparkle." Perhaps you are navigating substance use concerns or having difficulty with setting and maintaining personal boundaries. If you are on the path of exploring yourself and creating a life characterized by self-authenticity, I am here to accompany you on that journey.
ReConnect Therapeutic Associates, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
“WE take an eclectic approach to providing therapeutic services. Our objective in therapy is "Facilitating Good Mental Health". We believe good mental health is a journey not a destination. Life can be challenging but it is our choices that increase the level of difficulty. Therapy provides the support and tools needed to navigate life's challenges. Achieving good mental health requires a collaborative relationship, which begins with building a trusting therapeutic environment. In practice, We utilize a variety of theoretical approaches such as Reality/Choice Theory, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Family Systems.”
“WE take an eclectic approach to providing therapeutic services. Our objective in therapy is "Facilitating Good Mental Health". We believe good mental health is a journey not a destination. Life can be challenging but it is our choices that increase the level of difficulty. Therapy provides the support and tools needed to navigate life's challenges. Achieving good mental health requires a collaborative relationship, which begins with building a trusting therapeutic environment. In practice, We utilize a variety of theoretical approaches such as Reality/Choice Theory, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Family Systems.”
Elizabeth South
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Elizabeth has experience counseling individuals, families and children with a wide scope of treatment issues, ranging from adjustment disorders to chronic, severe and persistent illness. She believes in a holistic approach for mental health treatment and explores how medical issues, medication management, diet, exercise, social factors, living arrangements and significant life events impact a person's wellbeing. Elizabeth is person centered, trauma informed, accepting and non-judgmental. She uses a wide variety of practice methods and tailors evidenced based practice methods to meet a person's individualized needs.
Elizabeth has experience counseling individuals, families and children with a wide scope of treatment issues, ranging from adjustment disorders to chronic, severe and persistent illness. She believes in a holistic approach for mental health treatment and explores how medical issues, medication management, diet, exercise, social factors, living arrangements and significant life events impact a person's wellbeing. Elizabeth is person centered, trauma informed, accepting and non-judgmental. She uses a wide variety of practice methods and tailors evidenced based practice methods to meet a person's individualized needs.
Chante Cabral
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPRP
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082 (Online Only)
The clients I often assist are those confronting issues such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, or stress, seeking guidance to navigate these challenges effectively. They want to feel validated and heard while actively pursuing tangible solutions to improve their mental well-being. Their goal is to gain insight into underlying causes of their stress, develop effective coping mechanisms, and embark on a journey toward self-improvement. Motivated by the desire for personal growth, they view therapy as a pathway towards achieving a more fulfilling and happier life.
The clients I often assist are those confronting issues such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, or stress, seeking guidance to navigate these challenges effectively. They want to feel validated and heard while actively pursuing tangible solutions to improve their mental well-being. Their goal is to gain insight into underlying causes of their stress, develop effective coping mechanisms, and embark on a journey toward self-improvement. Motivated by the desire for personal growth, they view therapy as a pathway towards achieving a more fulfilling and happier life.
Katie Barillas
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
My ideal client is someone who is seeking a safe space to land where they can feel comforted, affirmed, and valued. I know your journey has been unique and nuanced, and I would love to become your trusted ally in healing as you learn how to construct a life you can truly enjoy. I look forward to helping you discover your personal values and beliefs so you are able to make more authentic and meaningful choices as you move forward with purpose and confidence. Together, we can work to cultivate a space within you where you can feel truly loved exactly as you are. Your vulnerability will never be taken for granted in the therapy room!
My ideal client is someone who is seeking a safe space to land where they can feel comforted, affirmed, and valued. I know your journey has been unique and nuanced, and I would love to become your trusted ally in healing as you learn how to construct a life you can truly enjoy. I look forward to helping you discover your personal values and beliefs so you are able to make more authentic and meaningful choices as you move forward with purpose and confidence. Together, we can work to cultivate a space within you where you can feel truly loved exactly as you are. Your vulnerability will never be taken for granted in the therapy room!
Nicole Decker
Counselor, M Ed, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unfulfilled? Do you experience looping thoughts of self-doubt or despair? Do you feel like nothing you do could ever be enough? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you feel stuck in the past or worried about the future? No matter where you are, I will meet you there and provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for processing. Through our work together, I hope to help you foster more peace, purpose, joy, and balance in your life. Being human is hard and you do not need to face life alone. I am here for you.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unfulfilled? Do you experience looping thoughts of self-doubt or despair? Do you feel like nothing you do could ever be enough? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you feel stuck in the past or worried about the future? No matter where you are, I will meet you there and provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for processing. Through our work together, I hope to help you foster more peace, purpose, joy, and balance in your life. Being human is hard and you do not need to face life alone. I am here for you.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.