Female Therapists in Oakdale, Atlanta, GA

It can be really overwhelming searching for the right therapist, especially with the amount of help available. It may even add to the stress, anxiety, and indecision you’re already feeling. You may have an idea of what you’re coping with or may be unsure. Perhaps you have had some experience in therapy or this is your first time - maybe you feel you’ve tried everything and still no relief. No matter where you are in your mental health journey, I hope to provide you with your own unique treatment experience. I specialize in helping people to get relief from OCD, anxiety, phobias, negative body image, disordered eating, and trauma.

Do you ever feel stressed out, tired, fatigued, and overwhelmed! These feelings can make it hard to get out of bed and start your day. You find yourself in a relentless cycle of anxiety and depression. There is hope and things can improve. At SW counseling and consulting, we focus on your strengths to help you solve negative issues in life. We find solutions now for a better tomorrow!

Are you carrying layers of stress or past painful experiences with you? Drowning in feelings or fears? Trying to get out of habits or thought patterns that are holding you back from your goals? I provide a supportive, non-judgemental space where you feel safe to explore your areas of concern on your healing journey. I work with everyone, while centering the lived experiences of BIPOC community members who are facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, grief, stress and overwhelm, relationships, transitions, and/or intersectional identity including LGBTIA2S+ and disability.

I am a queer therapist, I work high achieving and high functioning people of color experiencing depression, anxiety, and challenges in their relationships. I am a gender affirming clinician who enjoys working with LGBTQ+ adult clients exploring gender identity, career paths, life transitions and family dynamics. I also offer assistance with support letters for HRT and Gender affirming procedures ($200 fee) after a minimum of 4 therapy sessions to allow for proper evaluation. I look forward to assisting you on your healing journey. I am currently only telehealth in Florida for Cigna and Aetna client. Additional panels pending.

You need a place to be yourself, where the underbelly and blemishes are welcome without shame or judgment. You work hard, try your best, and still struggle to understand why your life or relationships are not what you thought they would be. You want to feel comfortable and safe with another person who will be supportive and challenge you to take a deeper look inside and make changes that you and others will notice. You will be amazed at how your life makes sense when your emotional and behavioral patterns become conscious.

It can be difficult to navigate life stressors with the everyday bustle of life. Sometimes those stressors grow and become larger problems that seem unmanageable, overwhelming, and you may want to give up. Working with you through these crises and getting life back on track is exactly what I would like to do for those who need it most. Living your life worth living is my goal and getting you to that goal is the center of a therapeutic relationship with me.

Are you experiencing feelings of anger, rage, and low self-esteem? Does it impact your confidence at work, home and with friends? Do you frequently feel overwhelmed and disconnected from others? Well, if this describes you, I want to help you acquire freedom from old burdens and help you to create a new outlook on life. I will assist you in restoring your mental and emotional balance along with addressing the unconscious negativity running through your thoughts and behaviors you often regret. Let's get together so that the light in you shines brightly, again.

Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.

It is my mission to be a vessel and share the love of God with others by providing genuine compassion and concern to hurting people with a desire to rebuild and or restore their lives! Are you tired of feeling the same way you did last year, last week & yesterday? The pain or traumas in our lives of the present nor the past defines your destiny, so let's get started on a New Today, because You're Worth IT! I've had the privilege of working in many diverse settings including w/teens, individual, marital & family counseling, group counseling with homeless, relationships, residential settings-w/women overcoming trauma of sexual abuse.

My ideal client is someone who is seeking deeper meaning and purpose in their life, grappling with questions of faith, identity, and belonging. They may be experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, or relational struggles, but at their core, they yearn for spiritual growth and emotional healing. Their needs extend beyond traditional therapy; they seek guidance rooted in Christian principles that align with their values and beliefs. Their goals are multifaceted, encompassing not only psychological well-being but also spiritual fulfillment and relational harmony. They want to cultivate a deeper relationship with God.

I have always been a helper. I have an unquenchable interest in people stories and struggles. With a natural curiosity, I enjoy learning about my clients experiences, options and how I may help them move forward. I am warm , friendly and maintain a mature outlook without judgment. I feel privileged to be trusted and a part of each of my client's journeys. In each session I will give a safe space for exploring pain and offer all I have to help move you forward.

Hi, I'm Dr. Spesh, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with specialized experience in culturally responsive treatment of anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I'm a relational therapist at heart, meaning I deeply value the role of relationships and social connection in people's lives. I use my relational style with scientifically backed psychotherapy approaches to help move people toward their goals. I help people heal through past trauma and other types of emotional distress (e.g. anxiety, depression) that interfere with their relationships with themselves and others.

Tiffany Johnson, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor who enjoys providing individual and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults. She follows a client-centered philosophy and frequently employs cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy. Ms. Johnson believes that counseling is a collaborative process that is built upon a strong therapeutic relationship. It is her hope that clients see their sessions as a safe, non-judgmental space where they can rediscover the strengths, skills, and tools necessary to navigate the challenges life can bring.

Life happens to the best of us, and it can be very overwhelming in general. With women juggling more roles, there has been an overwhelming increase in pressure to push through when you may feel like you are operating on fumes. Whether you are amid a positive, exciting life event or more stressful experience, life transitions are inevitable. This is for the woman who may be functioning well on the outside but falling apart inside. You came here because maybe you are feeling disconnected from yourself & others, feeling chronically exhausted and questioning this version of you.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor(LPC)and National Certified Counselor(NCC). I approach all sessions as an opportunity to contribute my therapeutic and clinical skills to support individuals in working through obstacles that hinder them from performing at their highest potential. I provide services for individuals experiencing many challenges that include but not limited to stress, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, trauma, special needs, and lack of self-awareness.

My approach to therapy is authentic, warm, strengths-based, and collaborative. I try to be an active participant in the therapy room and will be direct as appropriate. As a practitioner, I believe that the patient is the expert on their own life and view therapy as an opportunity for the patient to collect a myriad of tools with which they can heal themselves.

You’re burnt out. So exhausted from the weekly grind, it’s nearly impossible to force yourself from bed into another unfulfilling day at the job you hate. You want a change, but you’re not sure you can have what it takes to make a change. Self-doubt has you imprisoned this unhappy life. You’re out there trying to “be your best self,” but you barely have the energy to be anything at all. Your inner critic constantly cuts you down just when you’re about to get your feet under you. You thought you’d be further along at this point in your life. You’ve started avoiding friends and family. It’s too much effort to hold up a fake smile.

I commend you for taking the first step in creating a life that you love. So many of us are in the midst of experiencing life challenges that cause us pain. These challenges take many forms – family issues, health concerns, loneliness, financial strain, anxiety about the future…Sometimes, what may be causing us distress are dreams that have gone unfulfilled; life not going as planned. For many of us, we’ve struggled with such questions as, “Am I enough?”, “Who has my back?”, “Will I ever have the life that I want?”

Do you consider yourself to be a people pleaser? You may feel anxiety at the idea of others being upset with you. You might feel as if you have no time for yourself or your needs. You are finally ready to make a shift & make space for yourself in your life. You can gain the freedom to no longer need to walk on egg shells and control others feelings. People pleasing is a learned behaviors that many have been conditioned to believe is the way to get love & acceptance. Together we can help you relearn your inherent worth and include yourself in the kindness & care you give to others.