Narrative Therapists in Washington, GA

Are you tired of feeling defeated or unmotivated? Job stressing you out more than usual? Or, struggling to figure out how to improve your relationship with your partner? I offer a safe place to unpack the things weighing you down. My passion is to help individuals and couples reconnect, with themselves and each other. Together, we can remove the blocks standing in between you and the life you desire to live.

Have issues at home or school left your child depressed, angry or withdrawn? Many times, behavior and mood changes may be your child’s way of communicating that they need help processing the things going on in their lives. When adults are stressed and overwhelmed, other aspects of our lives suffer (e.g. job performance, relationship, etc). Children & teens experience emotional stress in similar ways. Failing grades, self-harm or behavioral issues at home and school are signs that something deeper may be happening. As a parent you may feel helpless. You've tried all you know but nothing works. You just want it to get better!

Do you find yourself navigating through a transition or new season and you can't figure out why it feels so hard. Are you a hard worker, naturally a helper, and you just can't figure out how to move towards move of what you want in your life? I work with I work with high achieving young adults/ adults who are experiencing life transitions- such as going to college, becoming a parent, getting married, dating, work stress, grief & loss, disappointment, spiritual issues, & relationship/family issues. Do you want to understand ways that your past may be impacting your present?

Welcome! I work with individuals, families, and couples to help them find new ways to look at their lives and new ways to manage difficult emotions. For more than twenty years, I've been working with children, adults, and families and have worked as an ADHD coach and as a special education advocate. I have also been a program director overseeing eating disorder clinics with clients who had primary eating disorders as well as ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, attachment disorders, and borderline personality disorder, among others.

Hi I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia with over 10 years of experience working with families and children. If you need a place to process your thoughts and work out issues related to life issues, domestic violence, relationship issues, couples counseling and spiritual development, please call to schedule an appointment. I am here for all who need a safe space. Additionally, I provide Clinical Supervision and Consultation via Telehealth.

I have always had a passion for helping others and that passion was realized through returning to school and receiving a Masters in Marriage and Family therapy from Mercer University School of Medicine. My journey to becoming a therapist has been one of excitement and fulfillment. I have a passion for working with children, I believe that helping children create new coping skills or overcome life transitions leads to a healthier happy adult.

As a private practitioner, my clients range in age from 17-65 and bring to counseling a diverse set of issues ranging from human sexuality, abuse, drug use, mood disorders (e.g. Anxiety & Depression), serious mental illness and family, parenting and marriage issues. My process involves getting to know my clients and building trust as we work together to determine how the counseling process can best serve them. Once trust is cultivated and the issues are unveiled, we're able to move forward with a Person Centered focus that intersects psychology and a biblical worldview.

Facing challenges in your life that have begun to effect your day-to-day reality can feel overwhelming! Moving forward can be tough when you are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, transition or other unresolved issues that get in the way of your quality of life and goals. I am here to help by encouraging your healing and personal growth.

I believe in the power that language has to create and shape both worlds and identities. As a result, I take a narrative approach to counseling practice and work with clients to examine the way our language helps or hinders possibilities for health and flourishing. I am a counselor licensed in Georgia with over 9 years of experience. I have my PhD in Psychology and my MS Ed in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have worked with clients that have had a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, career challenges, and life transitions.

Reaching out for help is often intimidating, especially if you are unsure where to begin. Everyone’s therapeutic process is going to look different, and I’m eager to work with you to discover what that will be. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is most important in this process, and I understand the need to find a good fit. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, addiction, significant life transitions, trauma, self-esteem challenges, etc., I will walk with you along your path to healing. Therapy can be a tool to increase self-compassion, understand our emotions, improve relationships, and offer healing.

"The future depends on what you do today." - Mahatma Gandhi. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I treat various issues, including grief & loss, depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem & identity issues, and more. I strive to assist my clients with developing coping skills for daily life, stronger positive relationships with others, and increase client independence. I work to create a non-judgmental, safe space for individuals to feel comfortable and respected. I am privileged to walk alongside clients who have reached out for assistance.

I have spent several years in the corporate world, public service, and the mental health field, and each position has enabled me to adapt to change quickly and to work well under pressure. I have developed a tenacity towards growing and further developing in my purpose of helping others that I feel truly translates in the therapy room with my clients. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families, and children, who want to experience the happiness that is much deserved in their life, along with working through a variety of mental health diagnoses, trauma, life changes, and difficult circumstances.

Here at True Life Counseling we are committed to assisting individuals in their desire to live their best life possible. We help individuals re-author their story, in order to heal broken relationships and overcome internal conflict. Our therapeutic approach is built on developing a healthy view of self-worth, independence and resiliency to life's challenges. We utilize an integrated approach to therapeutic services which includes narrative, cognitive behavioral and person-centered therapy.

My primary focus is to assist clients to identify and build upon their strengths and talents, leading to positive change in their lives; allowing them to reach their fullest potential - individually, in relationship, as part of a community and in their life's work. I have a deep respect for the dignity of the individual, with their unique cultural, religious/spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientation. In addition to in office sessions,I am currently using securely encrypted video conferencing, so am able to serve clients in all of Georgia.

I primarily treat adults with functional neurological disorders, specifically functional seizures (PNES). I treat a wide range of mental health disorders, grief, and chronic illness. I have worked with clients and families who have neurological disorders, such as epilepsy, dementia, and movement disorders. It's my goal to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable, be your authentic self, and can share openly without fear. You'll find our work together to be supportive and encouraging.

I am curious about you. I want to know your thoughts and feelings, your strengths and struggles. I want to get to hear your story. I see therapy as a journey we take as a team: working together to find the right path to meet your goals. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life stress, or maybe just want to give therapy a try, I’d love to talk.

Hello! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in Georgia who has experience treating a multitude of clients, ranging from adolescents to adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and PTSD. Additionally, I have extensive exposure working with clients in substance use and domestic violence. I provide individual and family therapy. I offer both virtual and in-person sessions.

Beginning therapy can be overwhelming and I aim to make the process feel authentic and comfortable. I welcome adult and adolescent clients, their families and significant others who are motivated to learn about themselves, improve their relationships and transform their lives. I am fat-positive and use a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach, am welcoming to all gender and sexual identities, races, religions, and cultural backgrounds and am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with clients going through a wide range of difficulties including addiction, grief/loss, eating disorders, negative body image and relationship problems.