Person-Centered Therapists in Atlanta, NY

When I’m in session with you I’m completely focused on you and your needs. Therapy is a special time for you to sort out your needs, wants and emotions in a safe way. I’m a Vietnam era veteran who has worked with combat veterans with severe PTSD combined with alcoholism and drug dependence for 22 years. Combat trauma and childhood trauma are frequently entwined within and create many life problems. Let me help you sort that out on your journey to healing.

My ideal client starts with you. Understanding your awareness of irrational feeling/thoughts begin when you come see me. Together, we can navigate, create and implement your journey that is feasible to your needs. Needing guidance and my journey with you allows me to help create a healthier you. Visualizing your past and present journey to your future goals by implementing realistic goals created by you. Realizing your growth while gaining self-esteem, self-efficacy and empowerment is rewarding in itself. To see your own growth allows me to provide the tools and skills needed with self-gratification of creating your world of happy.

Finding the right therapist for yourself or your child can feel overwhelming. I look forward to walking with clients and families on their journey towards growth and healing, and strive to create a space where clients can show up authentically and be their best selves. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, but my clinical areas of interest include work with children ages 3 to 10, as well as preteens and adolescents struggling with attachment issues, separation anxiety, behavioral challenges, trauma, disordered eating, OCD, and life transitions.

If you are dealing with difficult and traumatic events or losses, I am here to help. If you are feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope, I can walk with you and help guide you to a better place emotionally and spiritually. With a creative mix of therapy techniques, wisdom and life experience, I build on your strengths, identify and address root causes, and help you create and work towards a plan to achieve the changes you seek.

Imagine that a miracle happens overnight. When you wake up, you are living as your ideal self. What is the first thing you and others will notice about you? What role will you play in creating your miracle cure? How can we work together to make this your reality? Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship is the first step. Whether you want to decrease isolation, increase connections with friends & family, or help to find the right solution, I am here. My specialty is finding the root of the problem, exposing it to the sunlight, and helping it move from the place it has been stuck to stuck to create room for growth and healing.

Are you experiencing higher levels of anxiety or stress? Do you feel frustrated and stuck? Do you want change but don't know what kind of change or how to get there? Are you going through a life transition? Do you question whether your life can have more meaning? Or maybe you find yourself repeating the same pattern over and over and don’t know how to change it?

I believe that focusing on mental and emotional well-being is essential to overall health and life satisfaction. I take a special interest in working with individuals and families navigating anxiety and neurodivergent diagnoses, such as Selective Mutism, ADHD, and Autism. Psychoeducation, including mindfulness practices, can help individuals develop personal coping skills and can help families negotiate difficult times

I support individuals and all consensual relationships, who are struggling with anxiety, depression, the impact of trauma, and any relational concerns to create a meaningful way of being. I hope to work with you to question the expectations placed on you by society to enhance your lived experience. My work with you is person-centered, in that your goals and experiences are essential to our process. I believe deeply that I am guiding, witnessing, and holding space for you to grow. I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community and am Kink, BDSM, and Poly aware. All your expressions and relationship structures are welcome.

In my years of experience, I have worked the most with individuals experiencing issues with anxiety, grief, depression, and trauma. I have found the most success with meeting clients where they are at, building a strong therapeutic rapport, and using an eclectic style of treatment techniques (tailored to each individual’s needs). This collective approach will allow individuals to gain the most from their therapy involvement. I will provide the framework for the client to develop their strategy in order to work toward achieving their psychological, emotional, and social well being.

Therapy can be a beneficial tool to help manage various challenges throughout the course of our lives. Learning skills to successfully overcome challenges and manage strong emotions is important for us all. Whether it be anxiety, depression, grief, or stress, the opportunity to have someone listen and help guide us through, is invaluable.

Immediate openings. The difficulties of life grip us in ways both obvious and unseen. Life has a way of happening at inconvenient times and counseling can assist in navigating the emotional difficulties and consequences with someone who is non-judgmental and supportive. I strive to view the world through your lens while helping you recognize your strengths and build resiliency through proven techniques so that you can lead a successful and comfortable life. I hope to have the opportunity to support you through this difficult time.

Life can be stressful and overwhelming. Having a skilled therapist to help clarify your thoughts and feelings can be helpful to break down the barriers between where you are and where you want to be. As Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m here for you to do just that by providing a safe-non-judgmental environment for self-exploration.

For 10+ years, I have been serving the Syracuse community in various settings, helping others to learn ways to manage anxiety, depression, and challenging life events. I use a person centered and strength based approach.

I work with clients from early childhood to adulthood across various life stages. We partner to address “big feelings” and behaviors, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, and low self-esteem. My foundational approach is rooted in person-centered and strengths-based principles. With younger clients, I leverage techniques from play and creative arts therapies, as well as mindfulness tools. For adolescents and adults, I employ an eclectic toolkit with methods from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Design Thinking to guide the therapeutic process.

Have you struggled with self-esteem, social anxiety and communicating boundaries? Do you feel as though you are trapped in a constant cycle of executive dysfunction and feel as though you just can't keep up with life the way it seems others do? Do you feel that your mood is up and down and are exhausted by navigating life and relationships? If so, you are not alone. My approach to therapy is one that is person centered. Building the self concept and increasing awareness of needs can support in improving executive functioning, building and maintaining healthy relationships and finding a sense of meaning and belonging in your life.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed? Therapy can be a useful tool to help you gain awareness, understand emotions, learn new skills, and grow towards your individualized goals. I believe in utilizing a person-centered approach that emphasizes your inherent abilities and strengths to guide you through the process. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution focused techniques to help you achieve your desired outcome. Over the last 10 years, I have served clients in a variety of practice settings.

Hi! My name is Rikki Ziegen, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Oswego, NY, and owner of Opal Moon Counseling & Healing. I love to help people of all ages with their mental health needs.

If you struggle with anxiety, depression grief, and other difficulties, I can help you. Some people want help with identifying and working on goals, some people want to learn coping skills, some people just need to vent to someone, and some people need someone else to just compassionately listen. I love to help with all of those. I use a person-centered, strengths-based approach to meet people where they are at and help them get to where they want to be. I strive to be open-minded and attentive, and helping people is what I am meant to do.

Congratulations on taking the first step towards a more fulfilling life. Ready to break free from the challenges holding you back? Look no further. With over 14 years of experience in the counseling field, I am here to guide you towards reaching your goals while respecting your unique values, beliefs, and needs. As a therapist, I am committed to both listening and engaging with you. Together, we will navigate challenging perspectives outside of your comfort zone, fostering collaboration on your transformative journey. Make no mistake - true growth requires work, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.