Therapists in Marietta, GA
Anne S. Mayfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, CSAT, RRT-P
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
As a certified RRT Practitioner and a CSAT offering psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and Rapid Resolution Therapy, I specialize in healing trauma as well as in sex, love, and relationship addiction. Counseling is, for me, about witnessing someone else's personal story and providing a safe place to experience the whole range of emotions. I provide a nurturing, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment in which to explore your issues. Together we will develop new strategies to help you deal with life's challenges so that you are better able to experience life's joys.
As a certified RRT Practitioner and a CSAT offering psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and Rapid Resolution Therapy, I specialize in healing trauma as well as in sex, love, and relationship addiction. Counseling is, for me, about witnessing someone else's personal story and providing a safe place to experience the whole range of emotions. I provide a nurturing, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment in which to explore your issues. Together we will develop new strategies to help you deal with life's challenges so that you are better able to experience life's joys.
Elaine A Thomas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30060
Anxiety,trauma and mental health issues in children can have pervasive effects if not addressed.
It takes tremendous courage to acknowledge emotional and behavioral difficulties in yourself or a loved one. I provide a nurturing context that will help you to recognize strengths and resilience as well as obtain relief from your current stress, worries, past trauma, couples conflict, family-related issues or parenting problems. I am a seasoned clinician with experience working in community mental health, private practice, medical and educational settings. Your treatment will be tailored to your needs using my knowledge of effective treatment, cultural awareness and your preferences. Please call me to discuss how I may be helpful to you.
Anxiety,trauma and mental health issues in children can have pervasive effects if not addressed.
It takes tremendous courage to acknowledge emotional and behavioral difficulties in yourself or a loved one. I provide a nurturing context that will help you to recognize strengths and resilience as well as obtain relief from your current stress, worries, past trauma, couples conflict, family-related issues or parenting problems. I am a seasoned clinician with experience working in community mental health, private practice, medical and educational settings. Your treatment will be tailored to your needs using my knowledge of effective treatment, cultural awareness and your preferences. Please call me to discuss how I may be helpful to you.
Phyllis Williams
Counselor, MSEd, MHC-LP, APC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I specialize in anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-esteem issues, eating disorders, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, grief, trauma, post-natal trauma, familial conflict.
I am an Associate Professional Counselor licensed in the state of GA & NY. I am also the owner of Tuyee Holistic Services LLC. My goal is to provide psycho education on mental illness and wellness and to reduce the mental health stigma in our society. Long term or short term, we will work together as a team in your therapeutic journey of self reflection & processing, in order to fully develop the skills that you learn in our sessions to apply in your daily interaction with others and personal development. The work begins when you leave my office and I aim to help you achieve that independence and overall mental health stability.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-esteem issues, eating disorders, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, grief, trauma, post-natal trauma, familial conflict.
I am an Associate Professional Counselor licensed in the state of GA & NY. I am also the owner of Tuyee Holistic Services LLC. My goal is to provide psycho education on mental illness and wellness and to reduce the mental health stigma in our society. Long term or short term, we will work together as a team in your therapeutic journey of self reflection & processing, in order to fully develop the skills that you learn in our sessions to apply in your daily interaction with others and personal development. The work begins when you leave my office and I aim to help you achieve that independence and overall mental health stability.
Tzipporah Gerson-Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-IAYT, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I use a trauma informed, brain based, and somatic approach, which draws upon the principles of neuroscience, sensation, breath, mindfulness, and movement to integrate past traumatic experiences, rewire muscular activation patterns, regulate emotional/affect states, enhance feelings of safety, and improve interpersonal relationships,.
I believe that self-awareness is one of the core pillars that aid in the alleviation of suffering. The simplest of lifestyle changes can create immense improvements in the quality of one’s life. Establishing a safe and trusting relationship with a therapist, can relieve psychological and physical imbalances, as well as uncover the unhealthy habits, patterns, and behaviors that lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and chronic pain. My practice focuses on the specific needs of women and girls throughout the lifespan.
I use a trauma informed, brain based, and somatic approach, which draws upon the principles of neuroscience, sensation, breath, mindfulness, and movement to integrate past traumatic experiences, rewire muscular activation patterns, regulate emotional/affect states, enhance feelings of safety, and improve interpersonal relationships,.
I believe that self-awareness is one of the core pillars that aid in the alleviation of suffering. The simplest of lifestyle changes can create immense improvements in the quality of one’s life. Establishing a safe and trusting relationship with a therapist, can relieve psychological and physical imbalances, as well as uncover the unhealthy habits, patterns, and behaviors that lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and chronic pain. My practice focuses on the specific needs of women and girls throughout the lifespan.
Julie Schwartz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
Are you struggling with low self-esteem, negative thoughts or self-talk, depression, anxiety, anger, childhood trauma? Is this affecting your daily mood, motivation, your relationships, your job? If you're reading this, you've already taken the first step towards healing. Please know that you're not alone and that things can get better!
Are you struggling with low self-esteem, negative thoughts or self-talk, depression, anxiety, anger, childhood trauma? Is this affecting your daily mood, motivation, your relationships, your job? If you're reading this, you've already taken the first step towards healing. Please know that you're not alone and that things can get better!
Summit's Edge Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
We offer services including but not limited to trauma-informed interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness training, person-centered therapy, directive therapy, parent coaching, child and family therapy, play therapy, creative interventions, internal family systems, somatic therapy, hypnotherapy and EMDR.
We are an Anti-Racist, Neuro-Diverse, Trans-Inclusive, LGBTQ+, and Gender, Sexual, & Romantic Minorities-Affirming practice. We are respectful of all cultures and exercise humility toward our client’s religious identities. We serve children (3+), teens, and adults, individuals, couples (all structures), families. We create treatment plans that utilize evidence-based treatments while considering the unique experiences and identifies of our clients. Our clients want to feel safe to explore their needs with a therapist that understands them.
We offer services including but not limited to trauma-informed interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness training, person-centered therapy, directive therapy, parent coaching, child and family therapy, play therapy, creative interventions, internal family systems, somatic therapy, hypnotherapy and EMDR.
We are an Anti-Racist, Neuro-Diverse, Trans-Inclusive, LGBTQ+, and Gender, Sexual, & Romantic Minorities-Affirming practice. We are respectful of all cultures and exercise humility toward our client’s religious identities. We serve children (3+), teens, and adults, individuals, couples (all structures), families. We create treatment plans that utilize evidence-based treatments while considering the unique experiences and identifies of our clients. Our clients want to feel safe to explore their needs with a therapist that understands them.
Love 1 Two Another
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
We specialize in Trauma-Informed Care, Play Therapy, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, EMDR, DBT, and other evidence-based treatments.
Welcome, your wellness journey starts here. No matter where you are in your search for healing, L1TA has counselors available now to support you. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, or feeling like you’ve lost control, we are here to support you. If you are searching for answers, seeking balance and/or feeling stuck, you've found the right place. Our counselors are committed to empowering those feeling hopeless and seeking genuine change and fulfillment.
We specialize in Trauma-Informed Care, Play Therapy, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, EMDR, DBT, and other evidence-based treatments.
Welcome, your wellness journey starts here. No matter where you are in your search for healing, L1TA has counselors available now to support you. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, or feeling like you’ve lost control, we are here to support you. If you are searching for answers, seeking balance and/or feeling stuck, you've found the right place. Our counselors are committed to empowering those feeling hopeless and seeking genuine change and fulfillment.
Jeffree Gars
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), childhood issues, relationship issues, work related and personal stress, or substance abuse? Together we address any obstacles getting in the way of you living your life with the peace you seek. I provide professional psychotherapy for adult individuals, adolescents and couples. I have experience working with individuals in variety of clinical settings including; psychiatric hospital, family services, residential facility, outpatient wilderness therapy and private practice. In your sacred space and at your pace we can begin to take a step into real change.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), childhood issues, relationship issues, work related and personal stress, or substance abuse? Together we address any obstacles getting in the way of you living your life with the peace you seek. I provide professional psychotherapy for adult individuals, adolescents and couples. I have experience working with individuals in variety of clinical settings including; psychiatric hospital, family services, residential facility, outpatient wilderness therapy and private practice. In your sacred space and at your pace we can begin to take a step into real change.
Maria E Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EAS-C, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30060
I am trained in EMDR for Trauma, certified in Forensic Evaluations, and a Registered Florida Telehealth provider.
I am a Bilingual (English & Spanish) solution-focused counselor dedicated to helping individuals achieve lifetime goals. With compassion and practical feedback, I incorporate conventional and alternative approaches helping clients overcome life challenges as well as long-standing patterns.
I am trained in EMDR for Trauma, certified in Forensic Evaluations, and a Registered Florida Telehealth provider.
I am a Bilingual (English & Spanish) solution-focused counselor dedicated to helping individuals achieve lifetime goals. With compassion and practical feedback, I incorporate conventional and alternative approaches helping clients overcome life challenges as well as long-standing patterns.
Meagan Shipes
Counselor, APC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
My primary focus lies in assisting individuals in overcoming traumatic experiences, utilizing evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) to address and alleviate symptoms related to PTSD, acute stress, and anxiety arising from traumatic and other life events.
I embrace a holistic perspective with a foundation in Adlerian Theory, aiming to meet clients wherever they are on their journey and fostering a collaborative approach to their healing process. My passion for helping individuals navigate through challenging life experiences and emotional obstacles stems from a deep commitment to providing a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will work towards identifying the root causes of your concerns, fostering resilience, and empowering you to develop effective coping mechanisms to navigate life's challenges.
My primary focus lies in assisting individuals in overcoming traumatic experiences, utilizing evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) to address and alleviate symptoms related to PTSD, acute stress, and anxiety arising from traumatic and other life events.
I embrace a holistic perspective with a foundation in Adlerian Theory, aiming to meet clients wherever they are on their journey and fostering a collaborative approach to their healing process. My passion for helping individuals navigate through challenging life experiences and emotional obstacles stems from a deep commitment to providing a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will work towards identifying the root causes of your concerns, fostering resilience, and empowering you to develop effective coping mechanisms to navigate life's challenges.
William A. Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
I divide my time between trauma therapy and marriage and family therapy. My practice offers individual therapy, couples counseling, mediation, diagnostic and forensic evaluations, and coparenting services. In individual therapy, I tend to work with clients on improving symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, family issues, and PTSD.
I divide my time between trauma therapy and marriage and family therapy. My practice offers individual therapy, couples counseling, mediation, diagnostic and forensic evaluations, and coparenting services. In individual therapy, I tend to work with clients on improving symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, family issues, and PTSD.
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Talisa Burke
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
As a master level counseling intern, under the supervision of Donielle Griffith, LCSW, specializing in trauma-informed care, I guide you through stress, substance use, depression, anxiety, and more.
Welcome to a healing, empowering and restorative counseling journey! I offer a fresh perspective while integrating various theories to help you reach your goals. My approach is non-judgmental and empathetic, rooted in evidence-based techniques, especially the humanistic approach, which is person-centered and focuses on your growth and positive changes.
As a master level counseling intern, under the supervision of Donielle Griffith, LCSW, specializing in trauma-informed care, I guide you through stress, substance use, depression, anxiety, and more.
Welcome to a healing, empowering and restorative counseling journey! I offer a fresh perspective while integrating various theories to help you reach your goals. My approach is non-judgmental and empathetic, rooted in evidence-based techniques, especially the humanistic approach, which is person-centered and focuses on your growth and positive changes.
Tony Jenkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067 (Online Only)
I get to the heart of the matter which often is trauma.
I am committed to helping you realize your true potential that moves you forward. I bring 10 years experience working with teens and adults in residential (a live-in facility that provides long-term treatment and 24-hour supervision) and community settings. I have experience working with severe disorders such as Bi-Polar Disorder, Borderline, Schizophrenia, Depression, and PTSD. I primarily use CBT and DBT to challenge your thinking and teach you new skills to replace behaviors that no longer serve you. Be prepared to be pushed into areas you may normally avoid or have your beliefs examined to determine if they serve you currently.
I get to the heart of the matter which often is trauma.
I am committed to helping you realize your true potential that moves you forward. I bring 10 years experience working with teens and adults in residential (a live-in facility that provides long-term treatment and 24-hour supervision) and community settings. I have experience working with severe disorders such as Bi-Polar Disorder, Borderline, Schizophrenia, Depression, and PTSD. I primarily use CBT and DBT to challenge your thinking and teach you new skills to replace behaviors that no longer serve you. Be prepared to be pushed into areas you may normally avoid or have your beliefs examined to determine if they serve you currently.
Amanda Fairbanks
Associate Professional Counselor, MA, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30066
I have worked with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, relationship issues, Autism/ADHD, life transitions/stressors, trauma and PTSD, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
Hi, I'm Amanda and as a counselor I am passionate about exploring the past to understand how it is impacting the present and informing the future. I enjoy working with people to develop the necessary skills to handle day to day stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and more. I see clients that are 13 years old and up. One thing that I find in common with most of my clients is the desire to be heard, seen, and appreciated. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable to come as you are so that you may learn, heal, and grow into the person you want to be.
I have worked with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, relationship issues, Autism/ADHD, life transitions/stressors, trauma and PTSD, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
Hi, I'm Amanda and as a counselor I am passionate about exploring the past to understand how it is impacting the present and informing the future. I enjoy working with people to develop the necessary skills to handle day to day stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and more. I see clients that are 13 years old and up. One thing that I find in common with most of my clients is the desire to be heard, seen, and appreciated. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable to come as you are so that you may learn, heal, and grow into the person you want to be.
Samantha Anne Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
Hey, warm welcome and extremely proud of you for looking into therapy. While the search for a therapist that meets your needs can sometimes be daunting, I’m excited you’re considering me to support you through your journey! As a therapist intern, I strive to create an environment of safe space where you can discover how you came to this place in your life, and harness that new understanding of your foundations in order to move forward and cope with - even shape - the world around you as you live. This is the path whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, life adjustments, trauma, sexual issues, or any other symptoms.
Hey, warm welcome and extremely proud of you for looking into therapy. While the search for a therapist that meets your needs can sometimes be daunting, I’m excited you’re considering me to support you through your journey! As a therapist intern, I strive to create an environment of safe space where you can discover how you came to this place in your life, and harness that new understanding of your foundations in order to move forward and cope with - even shape - the world around you as you live. This is the path whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, life adjustments, trauma, sexual issues, or any other symptoms.
Jennifer Harbin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCH, RPT
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30066
Our goal is to help you navigate through concerns and anxieties that may be getting in your way like: Trauma, OCD, Anxiety, Depression, and Stress. Jennifer is an integrative therapist, sometimes called a prescriptive therapeutic style, which means she is committed to seeking and maintaining a knowledge base of a variety of therapeutic modalities. She is then able to utilize and blend what approaches or aspects of a model will be most helpful to each client-so truly individualized care.
Our goal is to help you navigate through concerns and anxieties that may be getting in your way like: Trauma, OCD, Anxiety, Depression, and Stress. Jennifer is an integrative therapist, sometimes called a prescriptive therapeutic style, which means she is committed to seeking and maintaining a knowledge base of a variety of therapeutic modalities. She is then able to utilize and blend what approaches or aspects of a model will be most helpful to each client-so truly individualized care.
Anne S. Mayfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, CSAT, RRT-P
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
As a certified RRT Practitioner and a CSAT offering psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and Rapid Resolution Therapy, I specialize in healing trauma as well as in sex, love, and relationship addiction. Counseling is, for me, about witnessing someone else's personal story and providing a safe place to experience the whole range of emotions. I provide a nurturing, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment in which to explore your issues. Together we will develop new strategies to help you deal with life's challenges so that you are better able to experience life's joys.
As a certified RRT Practitioner and a CSAT offering psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and Rapid Resolution Therapy, I specialize in healing trauma as well as in sex, love, and relationship addiction. Counseling is, for me, about witnessing someone else's personal story and providing a safe place to experience the whole range of emotions. I provide a nurturing, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment in which to explore your issues. Together we will develop new strategies to help you deal with life's challenges so that you are better able to experience life's joys.
Anne S. Mayfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, CSAT, RRT-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
As a certified RRT Practitioner and a CSAT offering psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and Rapid Resolution Therapy, I specialize in healing trauma as well as in sex, love, and relationship addiction. Counseling is, for me, about witnessing someone else's personal story and providing a safe place to experience the whole range of emotions. I provide a nurturing, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment in which to explore your issues. Together we will develop new strategies to help you deal with life's challenges so that you are better able to experience life's joys.
As a certified RRT Practitioner and a CSAT offering psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and Rapid Resolution Therapy, I specialize in healing trauma as well as in sex, love, and relationship addiction. Counseling is, for me, about witnessing someone else's personal story and providing a safe place to experience the whole range of emotions. I provide a nurturing, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment in which to explore your issues. Together we will develop new strategies to help you deal with life's challenges so that you are better able to experience life's joys.
Sarah S Pannell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30068 (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, eating disorders & perinatal concerns, including infertility.
Do you feel like no matter what you do, it's never enough? You try & try but no matter what others may see or say, underneath it, you're struggling? Maybe something happened & you can't move forward despite all your efforts to do so. Maybe you've been trying to conceive or you're struggling after baby arrives. Maybe you're struggling with your body or your relationship with food. Maybe life just feels overwhelming. You are NOT alone. The decision to enter therapy is a courageous one- a decision to get the support you need and deserve so you can move towards your goals and become more of who you authentically are!
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, eating disorders & perinatal concerns, including infertility.
Do you feel like no matter what you do, it's never enough? You try & try but no matter what others may see or say, underneath it, you're struggling? Maybe something happened & you can't move forward despite all your efforts to do so. Maybe you've been trying to conceive or you're struggling after baby arrives. Maybe you're struggling with your body or your relationship with food. Maybe life just feels overwhelming. You are NOT alone. The decision to enter therapy is a courageous one- a decision to get the support you need and deserve so you can move towards your goals and become more of who you authentically are!
Eyrika Pak
Licensed Professional Counselor, BSN, MA
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062 (Online Only)
It's a sign. Sometimes people need confirmation that this is the right step and I am writing to you to let you know that you are making the right decision to seek professional counseling. Whatever it is that you are struggling with I am here to support you. Those things you keep bottled up and don't want anyone to know, you can tell me. I am a safe place for you to bring your trauma, fears, anxiety, worries, shame, and guilt. Together we can discover your true identity and worth and give you the freedom you deserve. It's not easy but your future self will thank you for it.
It's a sign. Sometimes people need confirmation that this is the right step and I am writing to you to let you know that you are making the right decision to seek professional counseling. Whatever it is that you are struggling with I am here to support you. Those things you keep bottled up and don't want anyone to know, you can tell me. I am a safe place for you to bring your trauma, fears, anxiety, worries, shame, and guilt. Together we can discover your true identity and worth and give you the freedom you deserve. It's not easy but your future self will thank you for it.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.