Marriage Counseling Therapists in 30080

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Travis Ramsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
In addition to my education in theology, marriage and family therapy, and experience serving a wide variety of people throughout years as a pastor and counselor, I’ve been a construction laborer, a gas station deli cook, and an auto parts factory worker.
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. In therapy, things change. I have guided many through their hurts and fears, loneliness and conflicts, anxiety 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.
In addition to my education in theology, marriage and family therapy, and experience serving a wide variety of people throughout years as a pastor and counselor, I’ve been a construction laborer, a gas station deli cook, and an auto parts factory worker.
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. In therapy, things change. I have guided many through their hurts and fears, loneliness and conflicts, anxiety 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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Alison Leon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080  (Online Only)
Alison León is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of experience in the mental health field and 11 years of experience in education. She is passionate about helping teenagers and their families learn how to effectively communicate with one another. She also has a passion for helping couples overcome the various obstacles they may be facing. Alison specializes in anxiety, depression, coping skills, life skills, various relationship types, parenting, prenatal care, and grief. Alison also has a certification for child and adolescent trauma.
Alison León is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of experience in the mental health field and 11 years of experience in education. She is passionate about helping teenagers and their families learn how to effectively communicate with one another. She also has a passion for helping couples overcome the various obstacles they may be facing. Alison specializes in anxiety, depression, coping skills, life skills, various relationship types, parenting, prenatal care, and grief. Alison also has a certification for child and adolescent trauma.
(678) 671-5387 View (678) 671-5387
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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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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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Angela S. Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with 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.
I enjoy working with 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.
(678) 981-8829 x115 View (678) 981-8829 x115
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Cumberland Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAMFT, NBCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Our focus areas include: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Marriage Counseling, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Self-Esteem, Difficulties with Adult/Young Adult Life Transitions, Sexuality, Pre-engagement & Premarital Counseling, Spiritual Growth and Renewal, Healthy Relationships, Codependency, Self-worth and Identity issues.
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.
Our focus areas include: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Marriage Counseling, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Self-Esteem, Difficulties with Adult/Young Adult Life Transitions, Sexuality, Pre-engagement & Premarital Counseling, Spiritual Growth and Renewal, Healthy Relationships, Codependency, Self-worth and Identity issues.
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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Cumberland Counseling Centers - Lawrenceville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, AMFT, CCATP
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Join our community! We focus on: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Marriage Counseling, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Self-Esteem, Difficulties with Adult Life Transitions, Young Adult Life Transitions, Sexuality, Pre-engagement & Premarital Counseling, Spiritual Growth and Renewal, Healthy Relationships and Codependency.
Our mental health is the foundation for how we view everything: ourselves, the world around us, even God. Cumberland Counseling Services is a professional counseling center providing quality mental health care and education, to bring about transforming change to the communities that we serve. Our focus areas include couples, adults, and adolescents aged 10+. And as licensed professionals, we are committed to the highest standards of therapeutic practice and adhere to state ethical codes. Our counselors will draw upon their clinical training and formal education to address each unique need.
Join our community! We focus on: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Marriage Counseling, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Self-Esteem, Difficulties with Adult Life Transitions, Young Adult Life Transitions, Sexuality, Pre-engagement & Premarital Counseling, Spiritual Growth and Renewal, Healthy Relationships and Codependency.
Our mental health is the foundation for how we view everything: ourselves, the world around us, even God. Cumberland Counseling Services is a professional counseling center providing quality mental health care and education, to bring about transforming change to the communities that we serve. Our focus areas include couples, adults, and adolescents aged 10+. And as licensed professionals, we are committed to the highest standards of therapeutic practice and adhere to state ethical codes. Our counselors will draw upon their clinical training and formal education to address each unique need.
(470) 232-0349 View (470) 232-0349
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Shelly D Daniel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Helping individuals and couples learn skills that result in useful thinking, mindful living and healthy relationships is deeply satisfying to me. I enjoy working with couples who are either preparing for marriage, strengthening their connection or hoping to restore trust and wholeness. I also work well with individuals who recognize a need for change and are willing to try new ways of thinking and behaving.
Helping individuals and couples learn skills that result in useful thinking, mindful living and healthy relationships is deeply satisfying to me. I enjoy working with couples who are either preparing for marriage, strengthening their connection or hoping to restore trust and wholeness. I also work well with individuals who recognize a need for change and are willing to try new ways of thinking and behaving.
(678) 846-3246 View (678) 846-3246
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Sarah K Collier
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAMFT
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
I graduated from Kansas State University with a BA in Psychology and then Richmont Graduate University with an MA in Marriage and Family.
My perspective is that life is complicated and it's easy to get lost along the way as we face our own struggles like fear, insecurity, shame and worry. If we keep those struggles in the dark, they'll only take root and trip us up and make us start to forget truth. It's only by bringing those dark places into the light that those roots can vanish and we can see truth and grow in ways we could never imagine. It's my joy to partner with others through that process and remove the stigma in seeking help.
I graduated from Kansas State University with a BA in Psychology and then Richmont Graduate University with an MA in Marriage and Family.
My perspective is that life is complicated and it's easy to get lost along the way as we face our own struggles like fear, insecurity, shame and worry. If we keep those struggles in the dark, they'll only take root and trip us up and make us start to forget truth. It's only by bringing those dark places into the light that those roots can vanish and we can see truth and grow in ways we could never imagine. It's my joy to partner with others through that process and remove the stigma in seeking help.
(678) 329-9095 View (678) 329-9095
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Psychological Consultants of Marietta, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
My educational background consists of degrees in Communication, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Psychology.
I enjoy working with clients who are seeking to grow and maximize their enjoyment from relationships, daily life, and other connections. Depression, anxiety, and external issues can obviously cause one to feel as if s/he is not living his/her "best life". It is an honor to help guide my clients to attain the goals and success they are wanting to achieve.
My educational background consists of degrees in Communication, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Psychology.
I enjoy working with clients who are seeking to grow and maximize their enjoyment from relationships, daily life, and other connections. Depression, anxiety, and external issues can obviously cause one to feel as if s/he is not living his/her "best life". It is an honor to help guide my clients to attain the goals and success they are wanting to achieve.
(770) 450-5592 View (770) 450-5592
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Natasha Powell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Are you and your partner experiencing issues in your relationship? Is there still a question in your mind about your sexual identity? Your concerns can never be too large or small to discuss. I am here to listen with a nonjudgmental ear. The concerns you have about your life are real, no matter your sexual identity, gender, or race. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my privilege to assist Gay, Lesbian, and Heterosexual couples, families, and individuals with navigating their unique life journeys.
Are you and your partner experiencing issues in your relationship? Is there still a question in your mind about your sexual identity? Your concerns can never be too large or small to discuss. I am here to listen with a nonjudgmental ear. The concerns you have about your life are real, no matter your sexual identity, gender, or race. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my privilege to assist Gay, Lesbian, and Heterosexual couples, families, and individuals with navigating their unique life journeys.
(470) 648-7487 View (470) 648-7487
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Mayi Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
I help engaged couples design their marriage and decide if they are compatible for marriage.
Do you need help with your relationship? I specialize in Couples Counseling, with a speciality in premarital counseling. I help couples design their marriage. I choose to work with only a select few clients who are motivated and who recognize the investment of marital counseling. This is the most important investment that you will make in your relationship. Counseling is a priority and should be completed at the first indication of problems. I work with couples and individuals online and in person for a fee of $150 (individuals) and $200 (Couples) per session.
I help engaged couples design their marriage and decide if they are compatible for marriage.
Do you need help with your relationship? I specialize in Couples Counseling, with a speciality in premarital counseling. I help couples design their marriage. I choose to work with only a select few clients who are motivated and who recognize the investment of marital counseling. This is the most important investment that you will make in your relationship. Counseling is a priority and should be completed at the first indication of problems. I work with couples and individuals online and in person for a fee of $150 (individuals) and $200 (Couples) per session.
(404) 620-6773 View (404) 620-6773
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Edurne Paula Chopeitia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
We will talk about relationships, intimacy, sexuality to understand how you relate and connect (family, friends, colleagues, partners); to "unpack" the world around (work, culture, social media); and gain skills to navigate transitions (career, children, immigration, marriage, divorce).
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.
We will talk about relationships, intimacy, sexuality to understand how you relate and connect (family, friends, colleagues, partners); to "unpack" the world around (work, culture, social media); and gain skills to navigate transitions (career, children, immigration, marriage, divorce).
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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Nancy Cowan Weisman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
A mindful approach to parenting, marriage, school, aging or work will change these endeavors from drudgery to joyous! After many years focusing on children, as I approach retirement I am adding aging concerns to my practice.
I am interested in patients who want to be joyful and content, to cherish their relationships and appreciate the present. Many of us feel pressured, juggling many obligations, believing we need more, more achievements, more things. This "unsatisfactoriness" leads to depression and anxiety. We will suffer less if we appreciate the present more, whether we are caring for children or an aging parent or facing aging ourselves. I am interested in helping people who want to become happier by living in the present and letting go of beliefs that create suffering.
A mindful approach to parenting, marriage, school, aging or work will change these endeavors from drudgery to joyous! After many years focusing on children, as I approach retirement I am adding aging concerns to my practice.
I am interested in patients who want to be joyful and content, to cherish their relationships and appreciate the present. Many of us feel pressured, juggling many obligations, believing we need more, more achievements, more things. This "unsatisfactoriness" leads to depression and anxiety. We will suffer less if we appreciate the present more, whether we are caring for children or an aging parent or facing aging ourselves. I am interested in helping people who want to become happier by living in the present and letting go of beliefs that create suffering.
(678) 383-7875 View (678) 383-7875
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Pamela Everett Thompson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Clients include male/ female adults in addition to married and pre-marital couples.
I am best suited for individuals or couples who recognize a pattern of self-defeating behaviors that destroy relationships and contribute to anxiety/depression. These individuals feel stuck in a seemingly never-ending cycle that may include: procrastination, busyness that leads nowhere, the exhaustion of perfectionism, feelings of rejection, loneliness, or depletion in general--all of which gets worse without intervention. Wishing that distracting issues and concerns would just go away is unproductive. My job is to make psychology applicable to everyday problem-solving and decision-making and therefore give you a reason to hope for a new reality.
Clients include male/ female adults in addition to married and pre-marital couples.
I am best suited for individuals or couples who recognize a pattern of self-defeating behaviors that destroy relationships and contribute to anxiety/depression. These individuals feel stuck in a seemingly never-ending cycle that may include: procrastination, busyness that leads nowhere, the exhaustion of perfectionism, feelings of rejection, loneliness, or depletion in general--all of which gets worse without intervention. Wishing that distracting issues and concerns would just go away is unproductive. My job is to make psychology applicable to everyday problem-solving and decision-making and therefore give you a reason to hope for a new reality.
(404) 644-0710 View (404) 644-0710
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Milton L. Brown
Pastoral Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Have A Successful Marriage, Prepare for Marriage Before Saying "I Do", Overcome The Pain of Fatherlessness, Redefine Your Manhood, Heal from Divorce, Learn To Wait On A Spouse, Have A Cohesive Family, Be A Woman That's Healed.
With an 80% success rate for people who follow the prescribed steps, enjoy affordable phone counseling & support services! Full Counsel Ministries offers counseling services at a very affordable rate for those seeking personal counseling, spiritual counseling or pre-marital and post marriage counseling or healing from past hurts, or family and individual counseling. If you are looking for Biblically-based phone counseling that can put you on the right path, call 770-819-9016 to set up your appointment today. We offer sliding scale fees for those in need.
Have A Successful Marriage, Prepare for Marriage Before Saying "I Do", Overcome The Pain of Fatherlessness, Redefine Your Manhood, Heal from Divorce, Learn To Wait On A Spouse, Have A Cohesive Family, Be A Woman That's Healed.
With an 80% success rate for people who follow the prescribed steps, enjoy affordable phone counseling & support services! Full Counsel Ministries offers counseling services at a very affordable rate for those seeking personal counseling, spiritual counseling or pre-marital and post marriage counseling or healing from past hurts, or family and individual counseling. If you are looking for Biblically-based phone counseling that can put you on the right path, call 770-819-9016 to set up your appointment today. We offer sliding scale fees for those in need.
(770) 819-9016 View (770) 819-9016
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Kimberly Smiley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080  (Online Only)
The primary focus of my practice at this time is pre-marital counseling.
My approach to therapy is one of commitment and collaboration. By building a collaborative relationship with clients through genuine acceptance, empathy, and support, the foundation for change is established. It is my goal to help clients live more authentic lives by finding balance, resolving conflicts, and finding courage to take personal risks!
The primary focus of my practice at this time is pre-marital counseling.
My approach to therapy is one of commitment and collaboration. By building a collaborative relationship with clients through genuine acceptance, empathy, and support, the foundation for change is established. It is my goal to help clients live more authentic lives by finding balance, resolving conflicts, and finding courage to take personal risks!
(678) 582-2906 View (678) 582-2906
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Al Elmore
Counselor, LPC, CSAT, NBCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Al works with individuals and couples who struggle with anxiety, substance abuse, sexual addiction, pornography, marriage issues, and infidelity, as well as achieving emotional and/or spiritual wholeness.
I have been meeting with individuals and couples for over 35 years. I specialize in helping individuals and couples learn how to communicate more effectively. My focus is on helping the client learn how to talk about his/her emotions in a clear and thoughtful manner. My ideal client(s) is an individual who desires to live out of their true self. I love helping couples and individuals learn to connect in a deeper and more authentic manner.
Al works with individuals and couples who struggle with anxiety, substance abuse, sexual addiction, pornography, marriage issues, and infidelity, as well as achieving emotional and/or spiritual wholeness.
I have been meeting with individuals and couples for over 35 years. I specialize in helping individuals and couples learn how to communicate more effectively. My focus is on helping the client learn how to talk about his/her emotions in a clear and thoughtful manner. My ideal client(s) is an individual who desires to live out of their true self. I love helping couples and individuals learn to connect in a deeper and more authentic manner.
(678) 780-4145 View (678) 780-4145
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Shalanda Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Hello! My name is Shalanda Williams and I am a Christian Counselor. I enjoy helping others through some of life's most challenging transitions: career transitions, getting married, marital conflict, living life after loss of loved ones, overcoming childhood trauma, working through familial conflict, and overcoming addictions. Through honesty, openness, transparency and collaboration, I partner with my clients to help them fight - and win - some of life's toughest battles.
Hello! My name is Shalanda Williams and I am a Christian Counselor. I enjoy helping others through some of life's most challenging transitions: career transitions, getting married, marital conflict, living life after loss of loved ones, overcoming childhood trauma, working through familial conflict, and overcoming addictions. Through honesty, openness, transparency and collaboration, I partner with my clients to help them fight - and win - some of life's toughest battles.
(770) 758-7543 View (770) 758-7543
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ALP Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, he is also trained and experienced in working with couples who may struggle with issues that are directly impacting their happiness and relationship quality.
Feeling "stuck" in areas of your life: school, relationships, work, or family can leave you feeling hopeless and in despair. It may also create feelings of anxiety, sadness, fear, loneliness and distress. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. Anthony provides a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which his clients can explore the issues and challenges they face. Anthony approaches therapy with an understanding that problems don't get created in a vacuum.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, he is also trained and experienced in working with couples who may struggle with issues that are directly impacting their happiness and relationship quality.
Feeling "stuck" in areas of your life: school, relationships, work, or family can leave you feeling hopeless and in despair. It may also create feelings of anxiety, sadness, fear, loneliness and distress. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. Anthony provides a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which his clients can explore the issues and challenges they face. Anthony approaches therapy with an understanding that problems don't get created in a vacuum.
(678) 487-5724 View (678) 487-5724
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.