Narrative Therapists in 30324

The brain/ body connection is a sacred space that we are all born with- and, it often gets overlooked. Our busy schedules, career + family demands and societal pressure can often pull us away from our authentic place of knowing. If simply moving from one day to the next has left you battling feelings of overwhelm, stuck-ness, or being "less than"- I invite you to curiously challenge that narrative! I am a trauma informed, body based therapist focusing on transformative work through talk therapy and other experiential modalities. Together, let's cultivate a safe place to work towards your goals while healing the body and mind.

I work with eating disorders like bulimia, anorexia, binge-eating disorder and offer a warm and supportive way of understanding recovery. Therapy is a process and I am here to help in identifying triggers, managing the symptoms and overcoming difficulties. Together, we can think about you and help you understand your feelings, navigate through and overcome your symptoms, guiding you to living a more satisfying life.

Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling like you're not living up to society's expectations? Having difficulty resolving concerns within your relationships? Having difficulty feeling connected emotionally & sexually to your partner? Feeling the need to be a perfectionist? Questioning if you will ever be able to find love & be loved? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.

I believe in the power that language has to create and shape both worlds and identities. As a result, I take a narrative approach to counseling practice and work with clients to examine the way our language helps or hinders possibilities for health and flourishing. I am a counselor licensed in Georgia with over 9 years of experience. I have my PhD in Psychology and my MS Ed in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have worked with clients that have had a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, career challenges, and life transitions.

I believe that everyone is an author of their own story. And as with any story, the main character experiences challenges they are working to overcome. I believe that we as people experience language in a way that has created the challenges we experience as main characters, and we find difficulty in writing our story past these challenges. I work together with my clients to explore their story and assist how they want to change using their existing skills and introducing others as we take a journey to reach the goals they want.

Aiming to thrive and not solely survive? Despite our adverse experiences or current circumstances, we can find ourselves wanting to find more meaning in life. We help our clients slow down to closely examine the obstacles that are interfering with their ability to live the life they envision. Our approach to counseling is to learn to love yourself as you are while working on your areas of growth. We are all worthy of self-love and self-compassion, but all too often this is absent in our lives. Our hope is that through this process you find your true self and are courageous enough to embrace and live out your most authentic life!

Are you having issues communicating with your partner and expressing your wants and needs? Are you experiencing a decline or issues with sexual satisfaction or pleasure? Are you a survivor of sexual violence or an adult survivor of childhood sexual abuse? Are you a Black male at the beginning stages of your therapeutic journey? I work with clients that are over the age of 18, all orientations/identities, and all relationship structures.

Thank you for reading my counseling profile. Counseling is a personal and sacred experience in which finding the right counselor is important. I place a high premium on being accepting, understanding, and non-judgmental. My basic goal in counseling is to help explore the issues you are concerned about to gain insight and discover solutions. My objective is to be a professional companion to help you feel better and resolve issues. I look forward to the possibility of working with you and walking part of the road together!

Whatever life has thrown at you that brings you to therapy, I'm proud of you for taking a step towards healing by looking for a therapist. I know how daunting it can be to begin the therapy journey, so I want to reassure you that the journey will be challenging but rewarding. Have you experienced any form of loss that has left you trying to pick up the pieces? Do you struggle with relationships and maintaining boundaries? Do you need a safe space to express yourself without judgment? I'm here to help you navigate the transitions of life.Normalizing care within the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) & LGBTQ communities.

Hello, I'm Crystal, a compassionate therapist offering life coaching specializing in guiding individuals through trauma recovery, relationship dynamics, life transitions, veteran support, and serving the LGBTQIA+ community. With 2 years of therapy experience, I've had the privilege of witnessing remarkable transformations in my clients' lives. Whether you're grappling with past traumas, navigating the complexities of relationships, undergoing major life transitions, transitioning into civilian life as a veteran, or seeking support within the LGBTQIA+ community together, we'll embark on a journey of healing, growth, and empowerment.

As a Licensed Holistic Therapist I utilize and integrate evidence-based practices to help clients reduce symptoms related to Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I integrate trauma informed yoga, breathwork, meditation, reiki, and sound healing as holistic strategies to help create safety in the mind, body, and spirit. I utilize the following theoretical concepts: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and Solution Focused Therapy. ​

We will begin therapy by talking about the concerns that are troubling you the most. My intention is to provide attentive and empathetic care so that you feel comfortable during therapy. I check in regularly for feedback to make sure you are feeling good about our time together. I would love to connect with you and discuss your goals. Interventions and techniques may include mindfulness, motivational interviewing, play therapy, and solution-focused counseling. My style is warm and supportive, but I am ready to provide an extra push if you need it.

I work with individuals and with intimate partners. With a warm, accepting and curious style, I have helped clients with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, traumatic childhood events, self-doubt and narcissistic abuse. In my approach, I help clients to understand the relationship between themselves and their situation—personal, societal and cultural—in order to create healing, self-compassion and personal growth.

My clinical specialty embraces adults who come from difficult childhood experiences and dysfunctional family relationships, and are now realizing how this impacts their present adult life. Together, we can explore parental hurt (mother/father wound), generational patterns, developmental and relational trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), family dynamics, innerchild work, and reparenting. My clinical focus includes depression, anxiety, trauma and stress, self-esteem issues, attachment injuries, grief, relationship and family challenges, workplace wellness, burnout, personal development, and life transitions.

Life can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, family, friends, and everything we care about. As your therapist, my job is to provide a safe place where you can reconnect with yourself and your life. I am passionate about working to serve the target demographic of BIPOC (Black, Brown, & Indigenous People of Color) adults and helping them to navigate through life. Also, I welcome LBTQIA+ and non-binary individuals.

They say time heals all wounds; this simply is not true. Unresolved trauma isn't left in the past where or when you might have experienced it. It sticks with us everywhere we go in the form of sadness, anxiety or possibly anger. Just as if we were physically injured in a car accident or maybe a slip and fall we would see a physician so that our bodies may heal properly. The same approach is needed when dealing with emotional pain (trauma). You need a therapist to work alongside you so the trauma may begin to heal. That is where I come in…..

I believe in the power of therapy to transform, heal and reprogram so that you can lead a full life. Are you having trouble being who you want to be in your relationships? Are you overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts? Are you desperate for relief from past trauma? I am committed to providing a compassionate space for you to be heard in order to explore old hurts, navigate present difficulties, and find relief from emotional pain and anxiety. I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities that access both conscious and subconscious issues.

My passion is helping adolescent boys, teens & young adult men as they navigate through challenging periods in their lives. By empowering adolescents, teens & young adult men with the tools and support they need, they are able to get "unstuck" and move forward with more confidence. Many of my clients struggle with their peer relationships and may suffer with social anxiety or low self-esteem, thus avoiding social interactions altogether. In the absence of fulfilling peer relationships, they may develop an over reliance on video games, social media, or other electronics use.

Have you found yourself challenged with feelings of overwhelm, anxiousness, and sadness related to life transitions? Are you experiencing difficulties in your intimate or family relationships that you wish to overcome? Ineffective communication contributes to increased conflict causing more stress and potentially negatively impacting various aspects of your life. Depression, anxiety, anger, and trauma do not have to be your norm. Strengthening interpersonal skills and finding effective methods to cope with stressors is essential to attain overall wellness and develop a fulfilling life that includes peace and empowerment.