Preteen Therapists in Tucker, GA

Available on Sundays! I specialize in supporting children and parents experiencing grief/loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, and chronic illness. Has your child or preteen experienced any of these events? Maybe you've noticed a change in your child's mood, challenges with expressing emotions, or you just want them to have a space to process a life event? Or maybe you are seeking support with parenting through a challenging time? Providing your child a safe space in therapy where they can creatively express themself, explore their feelings, and communicate in their own language can help.

Where We Stand is a multidisciplinary behavioral health care practice that offers mental health and substance abuse services to communities within the metro Atlanta area. Our focus is to provide cost-effective, quality treatment.

Many in today's world feel disconnected. You may feel disconnected from yourself, from those you love and even perhaps from a sense of any greater purpose in your life. What I love to do is help individuals, and families reconnect and hopefully come into a greater fullness of life.

“Today’s a great day for a great day.” Changing our verbiage can lead to changing our perspective. My goals as your counselor are to help you identify your perspective, help you become your best self and develop ways to better manage the stressors of life. We create, set and work through your goals together, as the sessions are tailored to your needs. I understand that having a busy work schedule, making family time, and/or unforeseen circumstances occur so I am available for video sessions for your convenience. I am accepting new clients.

Gye Nyame -"I fear none but God!" "Only through peace of mind can you thrive"- Is your relationship not what you envisioned it? Are you demoralized by the demands of everyday stresses, devastated by uncontrollable grief and loss, apprehensive and uncertain about how to re-gain control of your life? Do you have unresolved significant emotional feelings which are keeping you from moving on in your life and or relationships? Are you frustrated, overwhelmed, burned out, depressed, lack motivation and are going through power struggle with your children and adolescents?

Life is hard. Family is hard. Raising kids is hard. You want someone who can help when everything in your daily life is affected, including our thoughts, emotions and resulting behaviors. Also, impacting the way your body feels, and ultimately how you experience YOU and your relationships. You may feel overwhelmed or stuck, unsatisfied in your relationship, anxious, or wondering if things can change or things can get better. There is hope, and we are here. We have clinicians that are experienced and ready to help, including affordable options.

I know that reaching out for therapy support can be a scary, yet tremendous first step. You don't have to go through the process alone. Together, we'll create a warm, healthy therapeutic relationship. I want to understand from your point of view. I'll also help you to identify things that can be changed within your environments to help resolve conflicts and alleviate feelings of frustration, anger, sadness, stress and anxiety. Although I offer specialized support to clients of color (See the Client Focus section of my profile), my expertise is multicultural counseling, and my clients are from all ethnic backgrounds.

I am a licensed psychologist with 10 years of experience in evaluating children, adolescents and adults related to a number of concerns including ADHD, adult ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, nonverbal learning disorders, psychiatric disorders, developmental disabilities, college entrance and accommodations, and academic testing. I also have extensive experience working with children in schools and a broad base of knowledge of special education procedures and other school-based intervention services. I conduct psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their families to help strengthen the family connection, reduce conflict at home/school, and enhance effective communication and problem-solving.

I service you to improve your mental health by providing you evidence based treatment in a personalized and professional manner.

The most rare and beautiful people of character are those who blossom during times of adversity. My passion is in helping people navigate their complex lives by providing counseling to individuals, families and conducting group counseling for ages six and above. My creative and non-traditional approach to therapy is used to address issues that impact the individual and the family system. I look forward to meeting and helping you traverse the waters of life and become healthier through the process.

Life can be full of instability and stuck spots, especially with the world in such flux. I am a psychotherapist that uses talk therapy, creative expression, and embodied techniques to help people get unstuck and move through tough times. We'll work together to bring out your strengths and strategize to solve problems.

Let’s take this counseling journey together! I believe in helping my clients reach their full potential and helping them attain the skills necessary to succeed in all of their ventures. I am passionate about helping clients overcome obstacles that keep them stuck and emphasize the need for self-care and self-love. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral and person-centered approach to help clients put their negative thoughts and actions behind them to lead to positive thoughts and more beneficial behaviors. I view counseling as a collaborative effort between the therapist and the client; we’re in this together.

I specialize in working with children, teens, families, and adults. I provide directive and non-directive play therapy approaches. I work with individuals who have a history of trauma, depression, anxiety and adjustment issues following family disturbances such as divorce or family losses. I strive to provide a safe place for individuals and families to explore their thoughts and emotions related to the struggle that they are learning to cope with.

Jairus Robinson is an energetic, personable, concerned therapist serving Atlanta and surrounding communities. After completing 5 years of inpatient hospital social work at Emory University Hospital, Jairus gained valuable experience counseling individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, death, and loss of identity. He later became a mental health therapist which allows him to serve and connect with individuals on a more personal level, helping them to achieve a more desirable quality of life.

Life transitions and struggles offer the opportunity to find greater clarity of purpose, more meaningful relationships, increased confidence, and personal satisfaction. To be human is to feel emotion, both the highs and the lows. We are all connected through not only these experiences, but through the relationships with those around us. Therapy is a unique and personal journey built on mutual trust and respect. My perspective is strengths-based, LGBTQIA-affirmative, and integrative. I work with individuals of all backgrounds, bodies, and beliefs. My approach is individualized and collaborative.

I specialize in Executive Function coaching for students and adults by working closely on the primary EF skills identified as Working Memory, Self-Monitoring, Organization, Planning & Prioritizing, Impulse Control, Task Initiation/Completion, Mental Flexibility and Time Management. With over twenty years of professional experience and a 2012 masters degree in educational psychology, I have helped hundreds of individuals achieve success in school & life by identifying each client's strengths & challenges, then implementing research-based best practices & practical, developmentally appropriate, customized action plans.

Greetings, I am Dr. Kristle Jenkins a counselor and life coach—founder of Healing & Deliverance LLC. Being a counselor and life coach is my passion. Every day I strive to see my clients Healed & Delivered and set free from the bondage that may be holding them hostage. The ultimate goal is to see you whole. We are here in your corner praying and helping you fight through whatever it maybe you are dealing with. The process may not be easy but it’s worth it. I believe in offering my clients a safe and welcoming place in person or virtually.

Are you having a difficult time handling the struggles in your life? Could you use an expert opinion on what you’re going through, or a non- judgmental ear just to listen? Do you dread going to work each morning? Did you “follow your passion” but now find yourself feeling unfulfilled and frustrated? Are you wondering if changing careers is the right move for you? Do you desire to address family issues and heal from family wounds? Are you a parent looking for tools and strategies to support your child’s unique needs?

My name is Kevin Larry. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Master's Addiction Counselor with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My specialties include mental health, substance abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, anger and aggression, trauma, ADHD, and other behavioral issues. I believe in a strengths-based approach utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy techniques, and Motivational Interviewing.