Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Monroe, GA

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Mary (Holt) Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655
Hello! My name is Mary. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Monroe, Georgia. I am an integrative counselor who utilizes various modalities and interventions including Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. In my work with children, I often include creative arts and play therapy techniques. I work hard to ensure a comfortable, cozy environment for all my clients. I work extensively with children and adolescents with special needs, including Autism and ADHD. Ideally, the children and adolescents I serve will learn coping skills in therapy with me that will last a lifetime!
Hello! My name is Mary. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Monroe, Georgia. I am an integrative counselor who utilizes various modalities and interventions including Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. In my work with children, I often include creative arts and play therapy techniques. I work hard to ensure a comfortable, cozy environment for all my clients. I work extensively with children and adolescents with special needs, including Autism and ADHD. Ideally, the children and adolescents I serve will learn coping skills in therapy with me that will last a lifetime!
(470) 397-5359 View (470) 397-5359
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Carey Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, APC
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655
Waitlist for new clients
I primarily align myself and my practices with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I do a lot of Play Therapy with both children and teens.
My name is Carey Schmidt, and I am an Associate Professional Counselor at Broad Oaks Counseling. I enjoy working with mostly children and adolescents, although I accept adults as well, who may be feeling anxious, depressed, or simply going through a tough time. I view counseling as a partnership where both the client and counselor work together to achieve the goals that the client sets for themselves, and I am always excited and try my best to help those goals come to fruition.
I primarily align myself and my practices with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I do a lot of Play Therapy with both children and teens.
My name is Carey Schmidt, and I am an Associate Professional Counselor at Broad Oaks Counseling. I enjoy working with mostly children and adolescents, although I accept adults as well, who may be feeling anxious, depressed, or simply going through a tough time. I view counseling as a partnership where both the client and counselor work together to achieve the goals that the client sets for themselves, and I am always excited and try my best to help those goals come to fruition.
(470) 946-7234 View (470) 946-7234
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Kelly Dickerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655
I utilize aspects of traditional talk therapy, solution focused therapy, CBT, DBT, and play-therapy in sessions, allowing for more control of the session environment and increased comfort for my clients.
I have over 12 years of experience in providing mental health services to individuals, families, and groups. I have studied social work at both Georgia State University and the University of Georgia, graduating with my Masters in Social Work in 2014. I have experience working with a variety of evidence based practices and curriculums, including Thinking for a Change (T4C), Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), Cognitive Behavior Interventions (CBI-SA), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Strengthening Families.
I utilize aspects of traditional talk therapy, solution focused therapy, CBT, DBT, and play-therapy in sessions, allowing for more control of the session environment and increased comfort for my clients.
I have over 12 years of experience in providing mental health services to individuals, families, and groups. I have studied social work at both Georgia State University and the University of Georgia, graduating with my Masters in Social Work in 2014. I have experience working with a variety of evidence based practices and curriculums, including Thinking for a Change (T4C), Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), Cognitive Behavior Interventions (CBI-SA), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and Strengthening Families.
(770) 637-6532 View (770) 637-6532
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Katrice Hollins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30656
Hi! My name is Katrice Hollins, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia and the District of Columbia who has been in the helping profession for 20 years. I have worked in various fields, including social services, inpatient mental health, foster care, special education, and school mental health. Some common themes my clients seek help with are anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, personal development, self-care, stress management, parenting, trauma, relationships, and communication issues. I use a mix of Christian Counseling, Clinical Supervision and Licensed, Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT), and more.
Hi! My name is Katrice Hollins, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia and the District of Columbia who has been in the helping profession for 20 years. I have worked in various fields, including social services, inpatient mental health, foster care, special education, and school mental health. Some common themes my clients seek help with are anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, personal development, self-care, stress management, parenting, trauma, relationships, and communication issues. I use a mix of Christian Counseling, Clinical Supervision and Licensed, Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT), and more.
(678) 824-8310 View (678) 824-8310
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Willie Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655
My approach to therapy includes taking an eclectic approach by using principles from Cognitive Therapy, Person-Centered, Family Systems, and Solution Focused Therapy approaches.
Hello, I'm Will Palmer, and I am licensed in the State of Georgia as a Professional Counselor (LPC). I have been practicing in the field as both a direct service provider and administrator for 24 years. I take a client-centered approach to therapy allowing the client(s) to define his/her/their goals. I create a safe and warm environment so that clients can feel comfortable sharing their stories. A variety of tools are provided to fit individual needs, and assistance is provided with decision-making to obtain the desired outcomes.
My approach to therapy includes taking an eclectic approach by using principles from Cognitive Therapy, Person-Centered, Family Systems, and Solution Focused Therapy approaches.
Hello, I'm Will Palmer, and I am licensed in the State of Georgia as a Professional Counselor (LPC). I have been practicing in the field as both a direct service provider and administrator for 24 years. I take a client-centered approach to therapy allowing the client(s) to define his/her/their goals. I create a safe and warm environment so that clients can feel comfortable sharing their stories. A variety of tools are provided to fit individual needs, and assistance is provided with decision-making to obtain the desired outcomes.
(404) 224-9375 View (404) 224-9375
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Judith Ashworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655
My basic therapy approach will be cognitive behavioral therapy—rational, emotive, behavioral therapy, and listening.
Hello. My name is Judith Ashworth, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I just retired from the Wellstar hospital system, where I had been working for 20 years, mostly as a behavioral health and clinician. I ran groups and provided assessment and individual brief therapy on their inpatient unit or but within Path, I am looking forward to doing rational emotive behavioral therapy or REBT. This will provide quicker progress. I have been pretty successful working on addiction, depression, and OCD. I feel comfortable working with severe psychiatric disorders as well. But I know that's not what this forum is all about.
My basic therapy approach will be cognitive behavioral therapy—rational, emotive, behavioral therapy, and listening.
Hello. My name is Judith Ashworth, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I just retired from the Wellstar hospital system, where I had been working for 20 years, mostly as a behavioral health and clinician. I ran groups and provided assessment and individual brief therapy on their inpatient unit or but within Path, I am looking forward to doing rational emotive behavioral therapy or REBT. This will provide quicker progress. I have been pretty successful working on addiction, depression, and OCD. I feel comfortable working with severe psychiatric disorders as well. But I know that's not what this forum is all about.
(770) 501-7175 View (770) 501-7175
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Tamora Young
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30656
I teach cognitive-restructuring and provide a safe environment for the client to evaluate the current course of their lives.
I was initially trained in addiction counseling for adolescents, thus I'm more verbal than alot of therapists. I believe that most personal growth is done outside the session with homework assignments, active behavioral changes, and challenging irrational self-talk.
I teach cognitive-restructuring and provide a safe environment for the client to evaluate the current course of their lives.
I was initially trained in addiction counseling for adolescents, thus I'm more verbal than alot of therapists. I believe that most personal growth is done outside the session with homework assignments, active behavioral changes, and challenging irrational self-talk.
(678) 313-8784 View (678) 313-8784
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Cheryl Lockett
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655
Primary use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, trauma focused, person-centered and solution focused as these are evidence based practices in the delivery of services.
My name is Dr. Lockett, I am a clinical therapist and also a non-profit organization( MIND Family & Social Services, Inc). We provide counseling and community intervention to adults and children. Our focus is on diffusing the current crisis/situation, evaluate its nature to reduce the likelihood of the re-occurrence. Our aim is to ensure clinical appropriateness of services provided, improve client's ability to care for self and family and ensure linkage to community resources.
Primary use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, trauma focused, person-centered and solution focused as these are evidence based practices in the delivery of services.
My name is Dr. Lockett, I am a clinical therapist and also a non-profit organization( MIND Family & Social Services, Inc). We provide counseling and community intervention to adults and children. Our focus is on diffusing the current crisis/situation, evaluate its nature to reduce the likelihood of the re-occurrence. Our aim is to ensure clinical appropriateness of services provided, improve client's ability to care for self and family and ensure linkage to community resources.
(470) 264-5184 View (470) 264-5184
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Connie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655  (Online Only)
I use an integrated approach in therapy, but am rooted in Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I have been a licensed Clinical Social Worker for the past 24 years and have worked in many behavioral health settings with all ages. In addition to being a therapist I have had a corporate career and independently run a successful business for 12 years. I am most excited to work with clients who are experiencing life transitions, navigating a trauma, difficult situation, or even a new season of life, and are ready to thrive. I believe that everyone possesses the ability to live their best life and if you are ready and willing to do the work, you will be successful.
I use an integrated approach in therapy, but am rooted in Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I have been a licensed Clinical Social Worker for the past 24 years and have worked in many behavioral health settings with all ages. In addition to being a therapist I have had a corporate career and independently run a successful business for 12 years. I am most excited to work with clients who are experiencing life transitions, navigating a trauma, difficult situation, or even a new season of life, and are ready to thrive. I believe that everyone possesses the ability to live their best life and if you are ready and willing to do the work, you will be successful.
(678) 658-3552 View (678) 658-3552
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Matthew Goldschmidt
Counselor, APC
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655
I like to use Cognitive Behavior Therapy to look at these negative anxious, depressive, or angry thoughts, beliefs, and actions and see what's working.
Life can be just the worst. We can deal with crippling depression, paralyzing anxiety, or destructive anger. We can experience symptoms that are very much a part of us, like with ADHD, that can get in the way of our day to day. On the flip side life can also be fulfilling, humorous, and joyful. Not without it's sufferings life can be something meaning filled.
I like to use Cognitive Behavior Therapy to look at these negative anxious, depressive, or angry thoughts, beliefs, and actions and see what's working.
Life can be just the worst. We can deal with crippling depression, paralyzing anxiety, or destructive anger. We can experience symptoms that are very much a part of us, like with ADHD, that can get in the way of our day to day. On the flip side life can also be fulfilling, humorous, and joyful. Not without it's sufferings life can be something meaning filled.
(706) 388-3702 View (706) 388-3702
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Counseling Hearts, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30655
At Counseling Hearts, our philosophy is to model and promote a “purpose-full” life. The term "purpose-full" emphasizes the importance of aligning one's actions and choices with a greater purpose or meaning, allowing individuals to experience a deeper sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in their lives. It encourages individuals to explore their passions, values, and aspirations and to make intentional choices that reflect their authentic selves. It suggests being intentional, engaged, time-bound aligned with one's purpose or calling in life.
At Counseling Hearts, our philosophy is to model and promote a “purpose-full” life. The term "purpose-full" emphasizes the importance of aligning one's actions and choices with a greater purpose or meaning, allowing individuals to experience a deeper sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in their lives. It encourages individuals to explore their passions, values, and aspirations and to make intentional choices that reflect their authentic selves. It suggests being intentional, engaged, time-bound aligned with one's purpose or calling in life.
(770) 758-4580 View (770) 758-4580
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Hope Springs Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS, CAMS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30655
Our mission at Hope Springs is to 'Join You On Your Journey Towards Your Best Life Possible" There are many types of services that we offer in order to accomplish this goal. Our therapists are specially trained and licensed in a wide range of Professional Counseling, EMDR Therapy & Intensives, Comprehensive Evaulations, Hypnotherapy, Human Design, and Nature-Based Therapy; along with providing partnered and community based services such as Massage & Thai Yoga Therapy, Intentional Movement classes, Energy Work, Soundbath Meditations, and more.
Our mission at Hope Springs is to 'Join You On Your Journey Towards Your Best Life Possible" There are many types of services that we offer in order to accomplish this goal. Our therapists are specially trained and licensed in a wide range of Professional Counseling, EMDR Therapy & Intensives, Comprehensive Evaulations, Hypnotherapy, Human Design, and Nature-Based Therapy; along with providing partnered and community based services such as Massage & Thai Yoga Therapy, Intentional Movement classes, Energy Work, Soundbath Meditations, and more.
(678) 635-3136 View (678) 635-3136
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Jane Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655
Are you experiencing emotional pain or facing challenges that are impacting your life such as anxiety, grief, emotional trauma, or life transitions? I offer effective, whole person centered, and compassionate therapeutic services to help you heal and move forward. Our time together provides you a safe and confidential environment, as you clarify and process challenges and/or pain, along with learning powerful personal skills and possible solutions. The insight and skills, gained through our sessions together, frequently prompt emotional breakthroughs that result in meaningful healing and growth with significant, lifetime benefits.
Are you experiencing emotional pain or facing challenges that are impacting your life such as anxiety, grief, emotional trauma, or life transitions? I offer effective, whole person centered, and compassionate therapeutic services to help you heal and move forward. Our time together provides you a safe and confidential environment, as you clarify and process challenges and/or pain, along with learning powerful personal skills and possible solutions. The insight and skills, gained through our sessions together, frequently prompt emotional breakthroughs that result in meaningful healing and growth with significant, lifetime benefits.
(706) 808-4138 View (706) 808-4138
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Broad Oaks Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30655
Deciding to begin therapy is a very personal decision, and it is typically not an easy one. It is my prayer that I or one of our additional clinicians can be of service to you with navigating any current circumstances, or dealing with the past, while developing a model of personal growth, working collaboratively with you.
Deciding to begin therapy is a very personal decision, and it is typically not an easy one. It is my prayer that I or one of our additional clinicians can be of service to you with navigating any current circumstances, or dealing with the past, while developing a model of personal growth, working collaboratively with you.
(678) 866-1747 View (678) 866-1747
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R. Lee Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30655
Waitlist for new clients
Anxiety and depression rob us of moments in life, stress our relationships, and hold us hostage in time. Haunting memories from the past stir us to run, fight, or shut down whenever we are reminded. The demands of life barrel on as we struggle to find a window to rest and to heal. The great news is, there is hope. Hope to better understand the parts of us that are healthy and those parts that are hurting. And hope that by working together we can strengthen your relationship with yourself and lighten your load. Let’s unburden, learn to cut anxiety off before it builds or shut it down when it does, lift the fog of depression,
Anxiety and depression rob us of moments in life, stress our relationships, and hold us hostage in time. Haunting memories from the past stir us to run, fight, or shut down whenever we are reminded. The demands of life barrel on as we struggle to find a window to rest and to heal. The great news is, there is hope. Hope to better understand the parts of us that are healthy and those parts that are hurting. And hope that by working together we can strengthen your relationship with yourself and lighten your load. Let’s unburden, learn to cut anxiety off before it builds or shut it down when it does, lift the fog of depression,
(770) 599-7508 View (770) 599-7508
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Benjamin Gatliff
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 22 years' experience with mental health/substance abuse treatment. I attended Georgia College and State University for my bachelor’s degree in psychology. Then I attended Fort Valley State University to complete my master’s degree in mental health counseling. I have worked in community mental health centers, prisons, jails, and mental hospitals. I have also volunteered with counseling, hospice, Salvation Army, and food banks. I create a safe and non-judgmental environment to facilitate personal change, insight, and healing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 22 years' experience with mental health/substance abuse treatment. I attended Georgia College and State University for my bachelor’s degree in psychology. Then I attended Fort Valley State University to complete my master’s degree in mental health counseling. I have worked in community mental health centers, prisons, jails, and mental hospitals. I have also volunteered with counseling, hospice, Salvation Army, and food banks. I create a safe and non-judgmental environment to facilitate personal change, insight, and healing.
(770) 762-5735 View (770) 762-5735
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Angie M. Eells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30655  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with people who believe they are at their breaking point and don't know what else to do. Whether it be "mid-life crisis", going off to college, school and work demands, relationship issues, struggles with parenting, stress, depression, anxiety or ADD. Do you look in the mirror and not recognize yourself? Does your teen appear to be struggling? Do you often wonder if there is something more? Have your friends or family told you that counseling might help you? If you are wondering if you would benefit from counseling then you would benefit from counseling. Life doesn't have to be this hard for you or someone you love.
I enjoy working with people who believe they are at their breaking point and don't know what else to do. Whether it be "mid-life crisis", going off to college, school and work demands, relationship issues, struggles with parenting, stress, depression, anxiety or ADD. Do you look in the mirror and not recognize yourself? Does your teen appear to be struggling? Do you often wonder if there is something more? Have your friends or family told you that counseling might help you? If you are wondering if you would benefit from counseling then you would benefit from counseling. Life doesn't have to be this hard for you or someone you love.
(706) 901-9966 View (706) 901-9966
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Andrea Duncanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Monroe, GA 30655  (Online Only)
Hey there, I am here to be a listener, a supporter when necessary, and above all to assist you in finding and maintaining what works best for you to be your best self.
Hey there, I am here to be a listener, a supporter when necessary, and above all to assist you in finding and maintaining what works best for you to be your best self.
(404) 795-7244 View (404) 795-7244
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Rick Baker, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30656
As your counselor I look forward to hearing your story and helping you discover ways to resolve the issues that bring you to see me. I am flexible with my rates and adaptable with my hours. Working with families who are in conflict is my strength. While relational problems may have developed for years, I believe that with committed determination a loving supportive relationship remains possible. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you. Premarital counseling is also provided.
As your counselor I look forward to hearing your story and helping you discover ways to resolve the issues that bring you to see me. I am flexible with my rates and adaptable with my hours. Working with families who are in conflict is my strength. While relational problems may have developed for years, I believe that with committed determination a loving supportive relationship remains possible. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you. Premarital counseling is also provided.
(678) 245-6109 View (678) 245-6109
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Danny Parks Shoemake
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, GA 30655
Ever feel like you are responsible for your kids and your parents? Responsibilities from both ends. Maybe you are stressed out over work, family, finances, or planning for the future. Are you worried about the future, maybe even the present? Never have a minute to relax. I’ve been there and I know just how you feel. Will it ever end? Is there any hope? Yes, there is. I have counseled many individuals over the years who were in your shoes. I walked with them through the valley. There is a light at the end of the tunnel.
Ever feel like you are responsible for your kids and your parents? Responsibilities from both ends. Maybe you are stressed out over work, family, finances, or planning for the future. Are you worried about the future, maybe even the present? Never have a minute to relax. I’ve been there and I know just how you feel. Will it ever end? Is there any hope? Yes, there is. I have counseled many individuals over the years who were in your shoes. I walked with them through the valley. There is a light at the end of the tunnel.
(770) 766-3514 View (770) 766-3514
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists

How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?

Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.

When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?

It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.

How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?

To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.

Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?

CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.