Emotionally Focused Therapists in Avondale Estates, GA
Debbie James
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Avondale Estates, GA 30002 (Online Only)
Working from a perspective of radical acceptance, I am looking forward to working with clients who are currently navigating challenging life transitions. I am adept at working with adolescents and young adults, primarily around issues of perfectionism, anxiety, and self-esteem. As a former Division I athlete, I have the skills and experience to work closely with clients who are currently negotiating the stressful and unique challenges associated with high level athletics, at the high school, collegiate, or professional level.
Working from a perspective of radical acceptance, I am looking forward to working with clients who are currently navigating challenging life transitions. I am adept at working with adolescents and young adults, primarily around issues of perfectionism, anxiety, and self-esteem. As a former Division I athlete, I have the skills and experience to work closely with clients who are currently negotiating the stressful and unique challenges associated with high level athletics, at the high school, collegiate, or professional level.
Michelle Harris Wierson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Avondale Estates, GA 30002 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Psychologist who has spent the last 30 years helping people transform their lives. Using a multi-faceted approach, therapy is tailored to the needs of the person or family, in order to bring the most meaningful and lasting change. I offer support, compassion, practical techniques, and persistence in my work – along with a good dose of creativity and life wisdom. In life, there are times when we feel strong, and other times when we feel broken. Psychotherapy is an interesting process, because the point of entry can happen at either time and be successful. No matter what, it takes courage to start the process.
I am a Licensed Psychologist who has spent the last 30 years helping people transform their lives. Using a multi-faceted approach, therapy is tailored to the needs of the person or family, in order to bring the most meaningful and lasting change. I offer support, compassion, practical techniques, and persistence in my work – along with a good dose of creativity and life wisdom. In life, there are times when we feel strong, and other times when we feel broken. Psychotherapy is an interesting process, because the point of entry can happen at either time and be successful. No matter what, it takes courage to start the process.
Lisa Cottrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avondale Estates, GA 30002 (Online Only)
When you need support, guidance, and a safe place in which to heal or to process the many stressors of these challenging times, it is important that you find a loving, insightful and highly trained therapist that feels right for you. Clients tell me that I put them at ease with my accepting and non-judgmental attitude. At the same time, I point out options you may not have considered and teach you new ways of dealing with your problems. I have over 20 years experience guiding clients into health and happiness. I appreciate you having the courage and self-compassion to get help.
When you need support, guidance, and a safe place in which to heal or to process the many stressors of these challenging times, it is important that you find a loving, insightful and highly trained therapist that feels right for you. Clients tell me that I put them at ease with my accepting and non-judgmental attitude. At the same time, I point out options you may not have considered and teach you new ways of dealing with your problems. I have over 20 years experience guiding clients into health and happiness. I appreciate you having the courage and self-compassion to get help.
Empowered 2 Change Project LLC, Christian Therapy
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC-11, CAMS 11, MATS, CPS-AD
Verified Verified
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
I believe your desire to change must be greater than your desire to stay the same. My specialty is working with women in transition from life's hardship and meeting them where they are by using my clinical expertise with compassion, understanding, and empowerment to help women reinvent themselves and change the odds against them. Women will be able to resolve and manage any issues they face by making life changing decision to overcome life controlling problems so that they can turn their scars into stars, experience freedom, find their pathway to happiness, and receive life transformation in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
I believe your desire to change must be greater than your desire to stay the same. My specialty is working with women in transition from life's hardship and meeting them where they are by using my clinical expertise with compassion, understanding, and empowerment to help women reinvent themselves and change the odds against them. Women will be able to resolve and manage any issues they face by making life changing decision to overcome life controlling problems so that they can turn their scars into stars, experience freedom, find their pathway to happiness, and receive life transformation in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Meredith L Albert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Psychotherapy is my second career. I come from a rich background in entrepreneurship and business management which makes me more focused on goal-setting that underpins my action-oriented approach. I work collaboratively with clients to define actionable goals and identify issues (conscious and unconscious) that act as barriers to long term psycho-emotional health. Philosophically, I embrace the idea that individuals often have the answers they seek to difficult questions. The real challenge may be finding the stillness to settle inner conflicts or competing thoughts (expectations, judgments, etc.) long enough to uncover personal truths.
Psychotherapy is my second career. I come from a rich background in entrepreneurship and business management which makes me more focused on goal-setting that underpins my action-oriented approach. I work collaboratively with clients to define actionable goals and identify issues (conscious and unconscious) that act as barriers to long term psycho-emotional health. Philosophically, I embrace the idea that individuals often have the answers they seek to difficult questions. The real challenge may be finding the stillness to settle inner conflicts or competing thoughts (expectations, judgments, etc.) long enough to uncover personal truths.
Latechia Hogue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Oh how I loved everybody else when I finally got to talk about myself. - Dar Williams. This practice provides a space for clients to feel safe enough to take off the mask without judgement. What about the anxious, depressed, angry, shamed and stuck parts of ourselves? They desire to be seen as well. I am here to stand witness with you. I work with women, particularly women of color, and the men who love them. I am proudly LGBTQ allied. I work with individuals and couples. All are welcome.
Oh how I loved everybody else when I finally got to talk about myself. - Dar Williams. This practice provides a space for clients to feel safe enough to take off the mask without judgement. What about the anxious, depressed, angry, shamed and stuck parts of ourselves? They desire to be seen as well. I am here to stand witness with you. I work with women, particularly women of color, and the men who love them. I am proudly LGBTQ allied. I work with individuals and couples. All are welcome.
Align Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Hi, I'm Melanie Storrusten, LCSW. At Align Wellness, we work in modalities that utilize the mind-body connection to access healing at deeper levels. The work we love most is walking alongside brave journeyers who are ready and willing to face both their shadow and their light. If you are ready for this work of deeper healing, we would be honored to work with you. I personally currently provide Clinical Supervision and Consultation services for other therapists, short-term discernment sessions for folks facing big life decisions, and lead community rituals to process big emotions together.
Hi, I'm Melanie Storrusten, LCSW. At Align Wellness, we work in modalities that utilize the mind-body connection to access healing at deeper levels. The work we love most is walking alongside brave journeyers who are ready and willing to face both their shadow and their light. If you are ready for this work of deeper healing, we would be honored to work with you. I personally currently provide Clinical Supervision and Consultation services for other therapists, short-term discernment sessions for folks facing big life decisions, and lead community rituals to process big emotions together.
Lakeah White
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Avondale Estates, GA 30002 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with approximately 12 years of experience with working with children, adults, families, and couples. I am proud to have an all-inclusive practice that serves clients and families of varying ethnicities, sexual orientations, socio-economic status, and other cultural backgrounds. I take pride in providing a comfortable and welcoming (yet always professional) environment where clients are encouraged to be open and honest. My primary goal is to help my clients to uncover their innate ability to adapt and thrive despite any challenges they may face.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with approximately 12 years of experience with working with children, adults, families, and couples. I am proud to have an all-inclusive practice that serves clients and families of varying ethnicities, sexual orientations, socio-economic status, and other cultural backgrounds. I take pride in providing a comfortable and welcoming (yet always professional) environment where clients are encouraged to be open and honest. My primary goal is to help my clients to uncover their innate ability to adapt and thrive despite any challenges they may face.
Kelley Delchamps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Are you looking for a place to work through trauma's impact, heal amidst anxiety, and find peace as your authentic self? I would be honored to cultivate space for you to share your story and be met with compassion. Seeking out therapy is courageous and rewarding. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy, as we all face challenges in this life. My vision is to journey with clients as we lean into the truths that our stories and experiences are valid, and finding compassion for our imperfections is often where we find our greatest strength.
Are you looking for a place to work through trauma's impact, heal amidst anxiety, and find peace as your authentic self? I would be honored to cultivate space for you to share your story and be met with compassion. Seeking out therapy is courageous and rewarding. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy, as we all face challenges in this life. My vision is to journey with clients as we lean into the truths that our stories and experiences are valid, and finding compassion for our imperfections is often where we find our greatest strength.
Felicia Kanu
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
I am a Black queer cis woman. I hold space as a guide and a supporter in my individual and couples therapy sessions. I strive to make therapy accessible with clear, direct communication, warm energy, and pre-emptive radically inclusive stance. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the Smith College School for Social Work. As a master-level social worker, I am currently pursuing my licensure in the state of Georgia under supervision at Heartwork. At Heartwork Counseling Center, we do not take insurance. We do offer a sliding scale. My fee is $150. I offer in-person sessions in Decatur, GA.
I am a Black queer cis woman. I hold space as a guide and a supporter in my individual and couples therapy sessions. I strive to make therapy accessible with clear, direct communication, warm energy, and pre-emptive radically inclusive stance. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the Smith College School for Social Work. As a master-level social worker, I am currently pursuing my licensure in the state of Georgia under supervision at Heartwork. At Heartwork Counseling Center, we do not take insurance. We do offer a sliding scale. My fee is $150. I offer in-person sessions in Decatur, GA.
Edith S. Jones
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Avondale Estates, GA 30002 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a psychotherapist, I often see people who are feeling overwhelmed and need help in managing life's challenges. Working together, we address these problems, finding new paths to healthy growth and change. I work with clients on a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, dysfunctional patterns, trauma, relationship concerns, family dynamics, major life transitions/adjustments and career direction. I believe that trust is the cornerstone of effective therapy, and my style is warm and interactive. Throughout the course of therapy, I provide practical tools and life skills to help clients manage their day-to-day lives.
As a psychotherapist, I often see people who are feeling overwhelmed and need help in managing life's challenges. Working together, we address these problems, finding new paths to healthy growth and change. I work with clients on a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, dysfunctional patterns, trauma, relationship concerns, family dynamics, major life transitions/adjustments and career direction. I believe that trust is the cornerstone of effective therapy, and my style is warm and interactive. Throughout the course of therapy, I provide practical tools and life skills to help clients manage their day-to-day lives.
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With couples, I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy, a method validated by 20 years of empirical research.
The future may not feel bright right now. You may be overcome by a feeling of hopelessness that seems like it will last forever. The death of a loved one, the loss of your identity, or loneliness might feel all-consuming. Let the part of you that wants things to be different help you to reach out. I am here to provide a safe space to be heard, to be supported, and to help you identify your unique gifts and strengths. Together we can collaborate to restore balance to your life and let some of the light back in.
With couples, I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy, a method validated by 20 years of empirical research.
The future may not feel bright right now. You may be overcome by a feeling of hopelessness that seems like it will last forever. The death of a loved one, the loss of your identity, or loneliness might feel all-consuming. Let the part of you that wants things to be different help you to reach out. I am here to provide a safe space to be heard, to be supported, and to help you identify your unique gifts and strengths. Together we can collaborate to restore balance to your life and let some of the light back in.
Nicholette (Nicki) Scofield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30033 (Online Only)
I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, a scientifically proven therapy for couples.
Whether you are seeking help as a couple or individual, I want to work with you in exploring what you feel and think so that you can better understand yourself and feel better. Couples often have communication problems that seem to repeat without resolution. Understanding the reasons for these cycles can help you develop the ability to get unstuck. Individual therapy can help you deal with depression and anxiety. This can include coping with such issues as difficult life transitions, lack of meaning, low self-esteem, shame, or surviving child abuse.
I have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, a scientifically proven therapy for couples.
Whether you are seeking help as a couple or individual, I want to work with you in exploring what you feel and think so that you can better understand yourself and feel better. Couples often have communication problems that seem to repeat without resolution. Understanding the reasons for these cycles can help you develop the ability to get unstuck. Individual therapy can help you deal with depression and anxiety. This can include coping with such issues as difficult life transitions, lack of meaning, low self-esteem, shame, or surviving child abuse.
I use state-of-the-art, mind-body approaches toward personal growth and healing, like Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I am passionate about leading families, individuals, and couples through the journey of healing and empowerment. I specialize in mental health counseling for adult and teenage individuals, veterans, older adults, and couples counseling. My goal is to build a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients and work together to meet their identified goals by using experiential, attachment-based, and cognitive behavioral interventions.
I use state-of-the-art, mind-body approaches toward personal growth and healing, like Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I am passionate about leading families, individuals, and couples through the journey of healing and empowerment. I specialize in mental health counseling for adult and teenage individuals, veterans, older adults, and couples counseling. My goal is to build a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients and work together to meet their identified goals by using experiential, attachment-based, and cognitive behavioral interventions.
Dr. Erika Pluhar
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, EdS, LMFT, LPC, CST-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Thank you for viewing my profile. You also may visit my websites: www.erikapluhar.com and www.wholeheartpsychotherapy.net. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor. I work with adult individuals and couples who have difficulties with relationships and sexuality. My approach supports the integration of the mind, body, and spirit. I take into consideration each individual's background as well as the dynamics in the relationship. My treatment philosophy combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with deeper emotional process and attachment/ EFT work.
Thank you for viewing my profile. You also may visit my websites: www.erikapluhar.com and www.wholeheartpsychotherapy.net. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor. I work with adult individuals and couples who have difficulties with relationships and sexuality. My approach supports the integration of the mind, body, and spirit. I take into consideration each individual's background as well as the dynamics in the relationship. My treatment philosophy combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with deeper emotional process and attachment/ EFT work.
I practice Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) and conceptualize couples from a lens of knowing that our core needs of attachment drive behaviors.
Do you find yourself wishing your relationships with others were deeper? Do you crave intimacy, to feel known, listened to, and valued? In our world today, this deep sense of connection can be difficult to attain. As a therapist, I prioritize relationship, offer therapeutic connection, and facilitate intrapersonal and relational growth. I work with individuals to explore identity, sexuality, and the difficulties that may come along with attempting to know one’s self deeply and live authentically, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and family conflict. I particularly enjoy and specialize in working with queer and bisexual women.
I practice Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) and conceptualize couples from a lens of knowing that our core needs of attachment drive behaviors.
Do you find yourself wishing your relationships with others were deeper? Do you crave intimacy, to feel known, listened to, and valued? In our world today, this deep sense of connection can be difficult to attain. As a therapist, I prioritize relationship, offer therapeutic connection, and facilitate intrapersonal and relational growth. I work with individuals to explore identity, sexuality, and the difficulties that may come along with attempting to know one’s self deeply and live authentically, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and family conflict. I particularly enjoy and specialize in working with queer and bisexual women.
I utilize powerful therapies, Brainspotting, EMDR, EFT, and KAP to help individuals and couples work through blocks and change unhelpful patterns.
You've "worked on" yourself plenty but you still feel stuck or blocked. You get anxious or reactive in situations when, rationally, you know that you "shouldn't". The way you actually relate to yourself and people in your life does not look or feel like you wish it would. You know you are capable of more; personally, professionally, creatively, spiritually but your head and heart can't seem to get aligned. You want to feel more at peace in your own skin, more connected to the people in your life, and more engaged with life.
I utilize powerful therapies, Brainspotting, EMDR, EFT, and KAP to help individuals and couples work through blocks and change unhelpful patterns.
You've "worked on" yourself plenty but you still feel stuck or blocked. You get anxious or reactive in situations when, rationally, you know that you "shouldn't". The way you actually relate to yourself and people in your life does not look or feel like you wish it would. You know you are capable of more; personally, professionally, creatively, spiritually but your head and heart can't seem to get aligned. You want to feel more at peace in your own skin, more connected to the people in your life, and more engaged with life.
Eliza Segell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Your problems may be specific - a challenging relationship, sexual concerns, upsetting memories, or problem behaviors. Or your struggles may be less tangible - feeling lost, detached, or stuck. In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy for a range of concerns. I specialize in treating sexual dysfunctions, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns, and problem behaviors. I also provide gender & sexual identity affirming care. I deeply enjoy helping individuals feel a greater sense of self-efficacy, confidence, and clarity in their lives.
Your problems may be specific - a challenging relationship, sexual concerns, upsetting memories, or problem behaviors. Or your struggles may be less tangible - feeling lost, detached, or stuck. In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy for a range of concerns. I specialize in treating sexual dysfunctions, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns, and problem behaviors. I also provide gender & sexual identity affirming care. I deeply enjoy helping individuals feel a greater sense of self-efficacy, confidence, and clarity in their lives.
Shama Panjwani
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30033 (Online Only)
I use CBT, DBT, narrative, EFT, Brainspotting, mindfulness, and integrative/wellness approaches.
Do you want to live a balanced life and feel happy? Perhaps you are constantly facing obstacles and challenges in your life that are impacting your holistic wellness and authentic relationships. The anxiety and depression can be detrimental. I can help you, guide you, and support you as you process various issues related to your cultural/sexual identity, anxiety related to transitions and relationships, grief, trauma, depression, etc. I can help you gain a deeper insight and self-awareness that will allow you to get closer to your goals, make better decisions, and have a better quality of life in a holistic manner using mindfulness.
I use CBT, DBT, narrative, EFT, Brainspotting, mindfulness, and integrative/wellness approaches.
Do you want to live a balanced life and feel happy? Perhaps you are constantly facing obstacles and challenges in your life that are impacting your holistic wellness and authentic relationships. The anxiety and depression can be detrimental. I can help you, guide you, and support you as you process various issues related to your cultural/sexual identity, anxiety related to transitions and relationships, grief, trauma, depression, etc. I can help you gain a deeper insight and self-awareness that will allow you to get closer to your goals, make better decisions, and have a better quality of life in a holistic manner using mindfulness.
I also specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, DBT, IFS, CAMS, and mindfulness to assist you on your journey.
Are you seeking to improve your relationships with your significant other, your family, or yourself? Do you yearn for a life where you have control over your own emotions and reactions, can make better decisions, and handle self-defeating behaviors? Whether you're seeking help for yourself, as a couple, or for your family, let's work together to calm and release your body, mind, and spirit from the past, so you can live a full and bountiful life today.
I also specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, DBT, IFS, CAMS, and mindfulness to assist you on your journey.
Are you seeking to improve your relationships with your significant other, your family, or yourself? Do you yearn for a life where you have control over your own emotions and reactions, can make better decisions, and handle self-defeating behaviors? Whether you're seeking help for yourself, as a couple, or for your family, let's work together to calm and release your body, mind, and spirit from the past, so you can live a full and bountiful life today.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.