Prolonged Exposure Therapy in Statesboro, GA

Educated and trained at Rutgers, Harvard, Savannah State, and the University of Pennsylvania, Michael Mack started his career over 25 years ago at the Philadelphia Child Guidance Clinic, where he focused in Structural Family Therapy (SFT) developed by Salvador Minuchin, a pioneer in child and adolescent therapy. In addition, he has been trained by the Beck Institute and Linehan Institute/Behavioral Tech in evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Hi, my name is Dr. Jessica Shine! I am caring and passionate about my purpose to help you heal past traumas and navigate through life’s difficult experiences and transitions. I love working with clients from diverse backgrounds and growing our therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, safe, and supportive environment. I strive to provide you with the necessary tools for your growth and success as your therapist, accountability partner, shoulder to cry on, and cheerleader! I’m here to connect the dots and help you understand how your life experiences all factor in to who you are today.

I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with children and their family system. I have passionate about helping military personnel and their loved ones, as I have personal experience in this area. I have worked with individuals struggling with a variety of addiction issues. My goal is to restore and strengthen one's current relationships. I help clients address their difficulties in order to improve their overall lifestyle.

Treating you with respect, empathy, and positive regard is my personal commitment. We will collaborate on an individualized plan to provide counseling, support, and prevention services for individuals, couples, and organizations. Challenges addressed include: grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting, inclusivity, career transitions, multicultural sensitivity, depression, sleep challenges, trauma, combat-related symptoms, communication skills. DOT SAP Evaluations, alcohol & substance use assessments, and emotional wellness coaching

Hi I'm Enid! I am licensed professional counselor in the state of GA with years of experience. I make sure to work with you to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgement. También soy bilingüe! Español es mi primer leguaje y me encanta ayudar a las personas de mi comunidad.

As someone in recovery from mental health challenges I've experienced it all. In being lost and finding my way back I've come to know the terrain you're navigating. In my years of counseling this has allowed for deeper connections and radical transformations. My professional experience has led to teaching other mental health professionals and guiding the transformation of a large hospital system. ​ Whatever it is that you're facing, through my personal experience I might understand what you are going through and be in a unique position to provide what you need.

Feeling stressed out, lonely, overwhelmed? My approach is inclusive, body- & sex-positive, and affirming of all racial, age, religion, ability, relationship status, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, sex, gender, or military identifications. Counseling is a place to build authentic, trusting relationships where you can freely express yourself without fear of judgement. Sessions should be a place where you feel comfortable delving into the darker, more bothersome parts of life and know that you are able to openly express yourself.

There is hope for today. The first step toward making positive changes in your life today is to pick up the phone and make that call for an appointment. No matter what you are struggling with or going through, we can work together to help you get to a better place in your mind, heart and spirit. I take a compassionate, holistic approach to mental and emotional health and healing. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, teens, college students, and adults of all ages on a variety of mental health concerns and life issues . I am here to help you achieve your goals in life and become the most authentic you that you can be.

My ideal client has co-occurring issues. I have treated individuals with both mental health issues, trauma and addictions. One can't get well if both issues aren't addressed as both are primary. I find that this approach is successful in healing the mind and body.

Congratulations on prioritizing your health and well-being during these challenging times. Are you struggling with stress, or finding meaning and purpose in life? You are likely seeking a therapist who respects your unique journey and who can help you to build upon the resilience you already possess. I started Thrive Mode Counseling to offer you a nonjudgmental space to reflect, heal and build self-awareness. My holistic therapeutic approach addresses both the mind and body so that you can reach new levels of happiness and satisfaction that will affect your work, play, relationships, and health well into the future.

My training as a clinician has taught me to be highly attuned to individuals' needs, with a strong desire to help individuals overcome life's difficulties. Being knowledgeable about a number of treatment modalities is essential. I specialize in treating symptoms without focusing on labels. I am trained and highly skilled. I am certified in trauma, marriage and family, couples, substance used disorders. I know asking for help can be challenging. I aim to build and maintain positive and effective therapeutic relationships built around confidence and trust.

Most individuals seeks counseling services because they struggle with their relationships, occupational stress, mood, and/or situational challenges and either need to develop new coping strategies, or access resources they already possess to resolve their challenges. My role is to pose questions individuals' might ask themselves to achieve the solutions that are congruent with their values.

As a professional counselor I have helped countless clients make change, overcome challenges, and reach goals. Whether you are coming to therapy to overcome loss, process trauma, deal with work/life balance, or stress and anxiety - Feeling heard, without judgment, is essential when working with a therapist. For the past 10 years I have been working with individuals, couples, and families to foster communication, validate individuals unique experiences, and help facilitate healthy change.

I love working with people who are tired of having life hindered by anxiety, depression, or trauma and are ready to make some lasting changes. The motivation to change coupled with my knowledge of evidence-based therapy is a recipe for success that makes the therapy process both successful and enjoyable.

The decision to engage in therapy can be life changing. It can also be scary and challenging as we are giving up the most vulnerable details of our lives in hopes of living a better one. That decision to engage is one of the most powerful aspects of therapy and a responsibility that I hold in the highest regard.

NO NEW cients /Marriage counseling is my primary specialty. I have saved or improved many relationships. I can also help you to decide whether to stray or to go. I have no preconceived plan for you. We will build you a specific plan. I will suggest options and give you tools to meet your goals. We will address your specific issues at your speed. I work for you! Some therapists forget that. Individuals and couples can get help quickly. Let's talk about where you are in life and your desired future. I can offer help with Communication, Relationships,

High anxiety keeping you from doing things? Dealing with intrusive thoughts or avoidance of anxiety provoking things? Thoughts that horrify you? I specialize in anxiety /OCD & have completed the IOCDF's renowned BTTI training for Exposure & Response Prevention. I treat all types of OCD & Anxiety - Social, Generalized, Health Anxiety, PTSD, Panic Disorder, Phobia: sexual, scrupulosity/moral, sensory, checking, harm, contamination, etc. Additionally, I am trained in Inference Based Therapy (I-CBT) for OCD. I treat BFRBs with ComB Therapy (hairpulling, skin picking) & trauma using Prolonged Exposure & Cognitive Processing Therapy.

Most individuals experience stress or adverse events during the course of their lifetime. Overwhelming stress can have a profound impact on individuals and their families. When normal coping mechanisms fail, stressors can cause problems with mood, anxiety, concentration and sleep. For some, time may be all that is needed to recover, but for many others the thoughts, feelings, rumination, and even addictive coping mechanisms take over their lives. It is in these moments of when professional help may be the best course of action, and the first step toward healing and living the life you want.