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Carmen Bessant
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
I work with individuals, couples and families and know the challenges that each face. I believe that within every person is the ability to conquer challenges and overcome their past situations. I want to help unlock your potential and the ability to see how powerful and strong you really are in overcoming the obstacles you face. I am a mom of a special needs child, sister, daughter, minister, and friend---all of these roles require a unique connection. I help others learn how to relate and excel in their lives and in relating to others.
I work with individuals, couples and families and know the challenges that each face. I believe that within every person is the ability to conquer challenges and overcome their past situations. I want to help unlock your potential and the ability to see how powerful and strong you really are in overcoming the obstacles you face. I am a mom of a special needs child, sister, daughter, minister, and friend---all of these roles require a unique connection. I help others learn how to relate and excel in their lives and in relating to others.
(404) 442-5731 View (404) 442-5731
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Darrin D. Payne
MA, APC, BS Min
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Darrin is a licensed associate professional counselor under supervision trained to work with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups requiring professional help. He realizes that life produces internal storm damages occurring far too often without any damage control or prevention. The causes of moodiness, irritability, restlessness, discontentment, fear, doubt, uncertainty, anger, depression, anxiety, insomnia and addiction all have one thing in common - a lack of holistic wellness. Recovery from the internal/external effects of untreated mental and emotional damages is what he will introduce you to.
Darrin is a licensed associate professional counselor under supervision trained to work with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups requiring professional help. He realizes that life produces internal storm damages occurring far too often without any damage control or prevention. The causes of moodiness, irritability, restlessness, discontentment, fear, doubt, uncertainty, anger, depression, anxiety, insomnia and addiction all have one thing in common - a lack of holistic wellness. Recovery from the internal/external effects of untreated mental and emotional damages is what he will introduce you to.
(678) 263-2087 View (678) 263-2087
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Novell Blain
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Hello and welcome! I believe you are here because you want to create positive change in your life, but you are unsure about how to proceed. I am happy to help! Starting therapy is a great first step in achieving the change you desire. I will collaborate with you to help you gain insights on your issues, and help you find solutions to the concerns that are negatively effecting your quality of life. I assist in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma recovery (using EMDR), spiritual concerns, healthy relationships, as well as overall health and development.
Hello and welcome! I believe you are here because you want to create positive change in your life, but you are unsure about how to proceed. I am happy to help! Starting therapy is a great first step in achieving the change you desire. I will collaborate with you to help you gain insights on your issues, and help you find solutions to the concerns that are negatively effecting your quality of life. I assist in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma recovery (using EMDR), spiritual concerns, healthy relationships, as well as overall health and development.
(404) 480-8308 View (404) 480-8308
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Terri Richardson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Life just feels never-ending, a book with so many chapters. It’s uncomfortable to share your most vulnerable feelings, with anyone. Craving a space to be your authentic self. It feels impossible to find. Imagine a space where you are heard. Someone is there to communicate, “You matter.” No false expectations. A place tucked away to relate, relax and, yes, release! I hope to provide this warm, welcoming space for you to be YOU. Your feelings matter and you deserve to be heard in a judgment-free zone. As a dedicated therapist, my goal is to help you develop a place of trust. I am sensitive to my client’s needs.
Life just feels never-ending, a book with so many chapters. It’s uncomfortable to share your most vulnerable feelings, with anyone. Craving a space to be your authentic self. It feels impossible to find. Imagine a space where you are heard. Someone is there to communicate, “You matter.” No false expectations. A place tucked away to relate, relax and, yes, release! I hope to provide this warm, welcoming space for you to be YOU. Your feelings matter and you deserve to be heard in a judgment-free zone. As a dedicated therapist, my goal is to help you develop a place of trust. I am sensitive to my client’s needs.
(678) 562-7600 View (678) 562-7600
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Stefanie S Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Do you struggle with connection? Connection with your family or significant other, even a connection with yourself? Many times, in this world of social media and technology, connection seems so much harder to attain. Know you are not alone.
Do you struggle with connection? Connection with your family or significant other, even a connection with yourself? Many times, in this world of social media and technology, connection seems so much harder to attain. Know you are not alone.
(678) 839-7542 x705 View (678) 839-7542 x705
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Paulett D Lawrence
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I specializes in treating individuals and families impacted by trauma, shame, depression, anxiety, anger, and low self-esteem.
I specializes in treating individuals and families impacted by trauma, shame, depression, anxiety, anger, and low self-esteem.
(404) 586-4296 x7 View (404) 586-4296 x7
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Reuben Keith Lawrence
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFT, CAM-I, PSAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I believe that life is a journey that causes us to have many experiences . Some joyful, some challenging, some very painful and disappointing. It is during these times that we need someone walk with us as we process these experiences. I would love opportunity to walk with you as we gain new perspectives and understandings from these events in life. I use a strength based, holistic and collaborative approach. I place priority upon developing and fostering positive therapeutic relationships with each client. Together we will explore where you've been, where you are now and where you would like to go.
I believe that life is a journey that causes us to have many experiences . Some joyful, some challenging, some very painful and disappointing. It is during these times that we need someone walk with us as we process these experiences. I would love opportunity to walk with you as we gain new perspectives and understandings from these events in life. I use a strength based, holistic and collaborative approach. I place priority upon developing and fostering positive therapeutic relationships with each client. Together we will explore where you've been, where you are now and where you would like to go.
(404) 334-4880 View (404) 334-4880
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Shelley Sisson Collier
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
If you find yourself overwhelmed by life, more anxious than at peace, more sad than happy, more angry than patient, you are not alone. In the last few years, mental health has become a crisis in our culture that we cannot deny. If you are reading this you have already taken the brave step to find the help that you need. Whether you find yourself back seeking therapeutic services, want to or you are brand new to therapy.
If you find yourself overwhelmed by life, more anxious than at peace, more sad than happy, more angry than patient, you are not alone. In the last few years, mental health has become a crisis in our culture that we cannot deny. If you are reading this you have already taken the brave step to find the help that you need. Whether you find yourself back seeking therapeutic services, want to or you are brand new to therapy.
(678) 944-7412 View (678) 944-7412
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Shelly M Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Therapy is about YOU...your needs, your hopes for change, your life. It is my job to create a safe, welcoming environment for you to work on the goals we set together. People begin or return to therapy for all sorts of reasons. But often the catalyst is a significant life transition. Relationships are suffering, personal issues are becoming too difficult to take, or a particular challenge/situation has arisen. "We change our behavior when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing." Please don't wait until a crisis hits, get help today.
Therapy is about YOU...your needs, your hopes for change, your life. It is my job to create a safe, welcoming environment for you to work on the goals we set together. People begin or return to therapy for all sorts of reasons. But often the catalyst is a significant life transition. Relationships are suffering, personal issues are becoming too difficult to take, or a particular challenge/situation has arisen. "We change our behavior when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing." Please don't wait until a crisis hits, get help today.
(404) 975-1380 View (404) 975-1380
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Sharon Deneise Lawrence
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdS, MAMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I believe that life is a journey that we travel with people that aid us in our growth and development. As we sit together talking and sharing, we discover new perspectives and insights about ourselves and life. Because we see life through the lenses of our experiences, emotions and beliefs, there are times when we need someone to listen and help us sort through our thoughts. From a strength based, holistic, and collaborative approach we can explore your journey, where you've been, where you are now and where you would like to go.
I believe that life is a journey that we travel with people that aid us in our growth and development. As we sit together talking and sharing, we discover new perspectives and insights about ourselves and life. Because we see life through the lenses of our experiences, emotions and beliefs, there are times when we need someone to listen and help us sort through our thoughts. From a strength based, holistic, and collaborative approach we can explore your journey, where you've been, where you are now and where you would like to go.
(678) 325-2235 View (678) 325-2235
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Attento Counseling Practice
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
*Request an Appointment Here https://attentocounseling.com/request-an-appointment/ *Attento Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health provider with 3 locations and over 60 licensed clinicians in the north Atlanta metro area (Marietta, Cumming, and Kennesaw). We also offer an affordable, accessible sliding-scale option for clients in need through our Mental Wellness & Emotional Learning program. Visit mwel.net for more information.
*Request an Appointment Here https://attentocounseling.com/request-an-appointment/ *Attento Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health provider with 3 locations and over 60 licensed clinicians in the north Atlanta metro area (Marietta, Cumming, and Kennesaw). We also offer an affordable, accessible sliding-scale option for clients in need through our Mental Wellness & Emotional Learning program. Visit mwel.net for more information.
(404) 383-6944 View (404) 383-6944
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Jacob Hicks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
You feel disconnected and alone. Even in your most trusted relationship with your partner or spouse, you feel like there’s a separation between the two of you. You keep having the same fights or discussions over and over again, repeating the same pattern. Communicating with your partner doesn’t seem to be working. Everything you say seems to be the wrong thing. You feel hurt, angry, and scared that the pain and loneliness that you’re going through will never get better. You want to feel trust and security in your relationship. You want more than anything to feel connected again.
You feel disconnected and alone. Even in your most trusted relationship with your partner or spouse, you feel like there’s a separation between the two of you. You keep having the same fights or discussions over and over again, repeating the same pattern. Communicating with your partner doesn’t seem to be working. Everything you say seems to be the wrong thing. You feel hurt, angry, and scared that the pain and loneliness that you’re going through will never get better. You want to feel trust and security in your relationship. You want more than anything to feel connected again.
(678) 326-4739 View (678) 326-4739
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Forensic Evaluations | Board Certified
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCFMHE, CAMSII, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
We provide court approved Forensic Evaluations for substance use, anger management and psychological testing services. We are a trusted provider offering a comprehensive range of court mandated and employer mandated services. These services include alcohol and drug evaluations, anger management evaluations, SAP Evaluations, mental health evaluations, anger management classes, shoplifting prevention classes. MRT program is available as well.
We provide court approved Forensic Evaluations for substance use, anger management and psychological testing services. We are a trusted provider offering a comprehensive range of court mandated and employer mandated services. These services include alcohol and drug evaluations, anger management evaluations, SAP Evaluations, mental health evaluations, anger management classes, shoplifting prevention classes. MRT program is available as well.
(678) 971-2359 View (678) 971-2359
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Mental Health Evaluations
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067  (Online Only)
My ideal client lives in Georgia or South Carolina and needs a mental health evaluation, psychological evaluation, immigration evaluation, brief therapy, or brief life coaching. My client may need an assessment for court due to legal charges, for divorce litigation, or for administrative immigration proceedings. I provide evaluations and life coaching via private pay. For my therapy clients, I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar Health, Oxford insurances. All services are provided via telehealth.
My ideal client lives in Georgia or South Carolina and needs a mental health evaluation, psychological evaluation, immigration evaluation, brief therapy, or brief life coaching. My client may need an assessment for court due to legal charges, for divorce litigation, or for administrative immigration proceedings. I provide evaluations and life coaching via private pay. For my therapy clients, I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar Health, Oxford insurances. All services are provided via telehealth.
(678) 786-2382 View (678) 786-2382
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Nona Giddens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
At Alan Behrman & Associates, PC we believe in no criticism, no judgement, and no condemnation. I consider it a privilege and honor to join you on your journey to healing, wellness and wholeness. I have several years of experience with serving children, teens, and adults in providing individual, family, couples and group counseling. Through therapeutic excellence and compassionate care, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your life goals of mental and emotional health so that you can be the person you envision and aspire to be.
At Alan Behrman & Associates, PC we believe in no criticism, no judgement, and no condemnation. I consider it a privilege and honor to join you on your journey to healing, wellness and wholeness. I have several years of experience with serving children, teens, and adults in providing individual, family, couples and group counseling. Through therapeutic excellence and compassionate care, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your life goals of mental and emotional health so that you can be the person you envision and aspire to be.
(470) 613-2661 View (470) 613-2661
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Zatascha C Burton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067  (Online Only)
I am Zatascha Burton, a Licensed Professional Counselor and as a therapist, I stay educated about best practices for working with my clients. I strive to create an affirming space for every community - helping individuals, and young people to identify and achieve their personal goals by coping with the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and stress.
I am Zatascha Burton, a Licensed Professional Counselor and as a therapist, I stay educated about best practices for working with my clients. I strive to create an affirming space for every community - helping individuals, and young people to identify and achieve their personal goals by coping with the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and stress.
(912) 348-8611 View (912) 348-8611
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Genobia Wedemier Babalola
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Kids are AWESOME! But they struggle. That’s when they act out, or act in. Maybe you’ve been seeing it for years. Or they’re angry, frustrated, or disobedient all of a sudden. And if they’re harming themselves, you’re doubly scared. You can’t help but wonder what’s behind it all. You might be thinking that your child’s behavior is a reflection of your parenting. But your child’s fears and anxieties can come from any number of places: media, school experiences, traumatic events, family issues. It can even be inherited and we all know we can’t control our genes.
Kids are AWESOME! But they struggle. That’s when they act out, or act in. Maybe you’ve been seeing it for years. Or they’re angry, frustrated, or disobedient all of a sudden. And if they’re harming themselves, you’re doubly scared. You can’t help but wonder what’s behind it all. You might be thinking that your child’s behavior is a reflection of your parenting. But your child’s fears and anxieties can come from any number of places: media, school experiences, traumatic events, family issues. It can even be inherited and we all know we can’t control our genes.
(678) 944-8058 View (678) 944-8058
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Tamara Onley
Counselor, MS, LAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
As a Multiracial Woman of Color, I have a passion for working with members of marginalized communities, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color). My method of therapy focuses on a personal approach that works best for each client’s personality and presenting issue. I find it a joy to help others find hope amid their pain and believe that healing happens within the context of relationships. I enjoy unraveling and getting to the root of the presenting issue. I strive to create a warm, authentic, non-judgmental environment that encourages clients to gain awareness of themselves.
As a Multiracial Woman of Color, I have a passion for working with members of marginalized communities, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color). My method of therapy focuses on a personal approach that works best for each client’s personality and presenting issue. I find it a joy to help others find hope amid their pain and believe that healing happens within the context of relationships. I enjoy unraveling and getting to the root of the presenting issue. I strive to create a warm, authentic, non-judgmental environment that encourages clients to gain awareness of themselves.
(678) 317-9016 View (678) 317-9016
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Lori Rader-Jacobs
Counselor, MACMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I am passionate about working with people who encounter stress & unwanted patterns of behavior that interfere with their individual, relational and career aspirations. In addition to my work with individuals who are facing distress from depression & anxiety, I have specific training & experience helping couples & partners dealing with relational distress resulting from problematic sexual behaviors, including facilitating therapeutic disclosures and leading betrayal trauma groups. I also work with older adolescents & adults suffering with body image issues & disordered eating. Parent coaching is another area of expertise.
I am passionate about working with people who encounter stress & unwanted patterns of behavior that interfere with their individual, relational and career aspirations. In addition to my work with individuals who are facing distress from depression & anxiety, I have specific training & experience helping couples & partners dealing with relational distress resulting from problematic sexual behaviors, including facilitating therapeutic disclosures and leading betrayal trauma groups. I also work with older adolescents & adults suffering with body image issues & disordered eating. Parent coaching is another area of expertise.
(770) 744-5055 x801 View (770) 744-5055 x801
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Joe T Gossage
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
My ideal client would be an adult, or older adolescent, with anxiety, anger, mood disorder, or relationship issues. They may have been in therapy before, or this may be their first time working with a therapist. These patients would be motivated and excited about growing and changing their lives in therapy!
My ideal client would be an adult, or older adolescent, with anxiety, anger, mood disorder, or relationship issues. They may have been in therapy before, or this may be their first time working with a therapist. These patients would be motivated and excited about growing and changing their lives in therapy!
(706) 203-4632 View (706) 203-4632
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists

How does solution-focused therapy work?

The treatment works by helping a client notice which behaviors and thoughts have positive results on their lives and building a plan around how to maximise these strengths. Practitioners of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) believe that individuals already have the experience, wisdom, and resilience to create change in their lives, but may need a guide to help them realise which changes to make and how to make them.

Is solution-focused brief therapy evidence-based?

Yes. Solution-focused brief therapy has been extensively studied, and researchers find strong evidence that it’s an effective treatment for many behavioral and psychological concerns. This may be due to the uplifting nature and practicality of the treatment, which allows patients to employ strategies to reach their goals that are incremental and achievable.

How long does solution-focused brief therapy last?

Solution-focused brief therapy, as the name implies, is brief. The timeline may vary from person to person, given the challenges they face and their situation in life, but treatment is typically complete within four to eight sessions. This therapy type is a pragmatic one: it’s concerned more with “how” problems can be addressed and improved than getting to the root of “why” they exist in the first place.

Is solution-focused brief therapy a type of cognitive behavioral therapy?

Solution-focused brief therapy is related to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)in that both are pragmatic approaches that deal less with gaining a full understanding of the cause of a mental health problem and more with creating plans for how to cope with these problems and improve an individual’s day-to-day life. They are distinct, however, in that SFBT emphasises building on strengths and resources, while CBT focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors.