TRICARE Therapists in Byron, GA
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HOPE Virtual Counseling & Therapy - Healing Online
Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, CFRC
Verified Verified
Byron, GA 31008 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor with 20+ years experience in treating issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, family issues, grief, behavior problems and many other problems that people may be experiencing. I work with clients from diverse ethnic backgrounds and different sexual orientations. I have a unique, interdisciplinary background. The well-being of my clients is my biggest passion. I am committed to helping people avoid negative consequences in their lives and resolve their issues and internal conflict sensibly, effectively, and compassionately.
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor with 20+ years experience in treating issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, family issues, grief, behavior problems and many other problems that people may be experiencing. I work with clients from diverse ethnic backgrounds and different sexual orientations. I have a unique, interdisciplinary background. The well-being of my clients is my biggest passion. I am committed to helping people avoid negative consequences in their lives and resolve their issues and internal conflict sensibly, effectively, and compassionately.
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Door of Hope Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, MDiv
Verified Verified
Byron, GA 31008
Door of Hope Counseling Center is a private non-profit that offers hope and healing to those who are hurting as a result of trauma and grief, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, relational issues, parenting issues, or more severe mental health issues. A sliding fee scale is available for those without insurance. Individual, family, group and couples counseling is offered. Play therapy is available for children. Door of Hope serves clients between the ages of 5 to senior adults. I have 29 years experience in community mental health and residential mental health. As a registered Supervisor, I provide supervision for licensure.
Door of Hope Counseling Center is a private non-profit that offers hope and healing to those who are hurting as a result of trauma and grief, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, relational issues, parenting issues, or more severe mental health issues. A sliding fee scale is available for those without insurance. Individual, family, group and couples counseling is offered. Play therapy is available for children. Door of Hope serves clients between the ages of 5 to senior adults. I have 29 years experience in community mental health and residential mental health. As a registered Supervisor, I provide supervision for licensure.
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Ronda D. Shirley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Byron, GA 31008
“I know that it can be hard to be in a relationship with me.” “I’m too much.” “I can’t depend on anyone but myself.” “I just rather be alone than be with someone and be unhappy.” Each of these statements suggest that you’re living life in a state of fear. When you feel unsafe, you are looking for the danger in situations. You trust no one. You are constantly in the mode of defending, running away, people pleasing or in analysis paralysis (procrastination). As a result of your responses to your fears, each of your relationships suffer. Wouldn’t it be GLORIOUS to trust your spirit of discernment, kill your fears and feel safe?
“I know that it can be hard to be in a relationship with me.” “I’m too much.” “I can’t depend on anyone but myself.” “I just rather be alone than be with someone and be unhappy.” Each of these statements suggest that you’re living life in a state of fear. When you feel unsafe, you are looking for the danger in situations. You trust no one. You are constantly in the mode of defending, running away, people pleasing or in analysis paralysis (procrastination). As a result of your responses to your fears, each of your relationships suffer. Wouldn’t it be GLORIOUS to trust your spirit of discernment, kill your fears and feel safe?
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Amber Mize
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Byron, GA 31008
Waitlist for new clients
I provide therapy for a variety of issues that you may be facing. The most prominent of these issues are depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. This does not mean I do not provide counseling for other issues or that those “other” issues are not as important. Here are a few examples of those “other” issues I have experience with: grief counseling, social skills education, substance abuse, parenting, domestic violence education/counseling and therapy related to chronic medical issues. In my practice, I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). When appropriate, I use other treatment modalities as well.
I provide therapy for a variety of issues that you may be facing. The most prominent of these issues are depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. This does not mean I do not provide counseling for other issues or that those “other” issues are not as important. Here are a few examples of those “other” issues I have experience with: grief counseling, social skills education, substance abuse, parenting, domestic violence education/counseling and therapy related to chronic medical issues. In my practice, I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). When appropriate, I use other treatment modalities as well.
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N. Danielle Knight Fox
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Warner Robins, GA 31088
My focus is to help my clients to heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. At Southern Bridge Counseling, we hope to achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.
My focus is to help my clients to heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. At Southern Bridge Counseling, we hope to achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.
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Tired of talk therapy? We do little talking in sessions, whether with Equine-assisted Psychotherapy or Accelerated Resolution Therapy. We do "work" therapy. With EAP, you'll participate in activities outdoors on the ground with our team: a licensed mental health professional, an equine specialist and horses. When you trust the horse to be part of your counseling team, you feel more empowered to make changes. Horses are reflective and intuitive, and don't judge. ART uses rapid eye movement to help you reprogram how traumatic memories affect you. Keep the memory; lose the pain. Come "experience" therapy with us.
Tired of talk therapy? We do little talking in sessions, whether with Equine-assisted Psychotherapy or Accelerated Resolution Therapy. We do "work" therapy. With EAP, you'll participate in activities outdoors on the ground with our team: a licensed mental health professional, an equine specialist and horses. When you trust the horse to be part of your counseling team, you feel more empowered to make changes. Horses are reflective and intuitive, and don't judge. ART uses rapid eye movement to help you reprogram how traumatic memories affect you. Keep the memory; lose the pain. Come "experience" therapy with us.
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Phlandra O Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Warner Robins, GA 31093 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a parent or caregiver, you feel like you have tried it all. You are honestly trying to identify with your child, but are at a loss for where to begin. Seeing changes in your child's mood, behavior, declining academic performance, or choices? Your child is sending a message. Your child or family may have experienced a significant change, major life events or a traumatic situation. Allow me to help you face and conquer these challenges! **This practice currently serves children, adolescents, and the young adult population. **
As a parent or caregiver, you feel like you have tried it all. You are honestly trying to identify with your child, but are at a loss for where to begin. Seeing changes in your child's mood, behavior, declining academic performance, or choices? Your child is sending a message. Your child or family may have experienced a significant change, major life events or a traumatic situation. Allow me to help you face and conquer these challenges! **This practice currently serves children, adolescents, and the young adult population. **
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Hello, my name is Dale. My journey to counseling came about a little differently than some. My background was in the medical field as a radiologic technologist where I had the privilege of working with hurting people every day. Then through a difficult journey of my own, I saw hurting people in a way that I had never seen. They were hurting from the inside, the hidden place holding wounds and experiences from loss, grief, and pain. I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Hello, my name is Dale. My journey to counseling came about a little differently than some. My background was in the medical field as a radiologic technologist where I had the privilege of working with hurting people every day. Then through a difficult journey of my own, I saw hurting people in a way that I had never seen. They were hurting from the inside, the hidden place holding wounds and experiences from loss, grief, and pain. I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
![Photo of Mary Key, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/308df1ef-4186-4392-ad65-361fa94b679a/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am passionate about helping clients through a variety of life’s challenges. I work collaboratively with my clients to provide the best possible treatment strategies for the unique needs of each individual. Some of my treatment specialties include the following: marital/relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, anger management, family issues, grief/loss, substance abuse, stress management, trauma, and military lifestyle issues. I enjoy working with families and couples, along with children, adolescents, and adults.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am passionate about helping clients through a variety of life’s challenges. I work collaboratively with my clients to provide the best possible treatment strategies for the unique needs of each individual. Some of my treatment specialties include the following: marital/relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, anger management, family issues, grief/loss, substance abuse, stress management, trauma, and military lifestyle issues. I enjoy working with families and couples, along with children, adolescents, and adults.
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My name is Holly M. Stilwell and I am "The Therapist Next Door". I graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine with a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been clinically trained to treat a variety of mental health disorders, grief, and trauma. I have experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, marriages, and families. I also have experience working with military families who are faced with difficulties that are unique to the position they hold in serving our country such as deployment, PCS, and PTSD.
My name is Holly M. Stilwell and I am "The Therapist Next Door". I graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine with a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been clinically trained to treat a variety of mental health disorders, grief, and trauma. I have experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, marriages, and families. I also have experience working with military families who are faced with difficulties that are unique to the position they hold in serving our country such as deployment, PCS, and PTSD.
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Christina Marra
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Christina has been working in the mental health field since 2015. She gained her Masters in Psychology with a focus in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2013. She has worked with individuals, couples and families helping them to regain control of their lives and find joy in their everyday experiences. Christina started her work as an Applied Behavioral Analyst (ABA) working where she learned many skills. She then moved to Intensive In Home Family Therapy working with at risk teens. After that she started working in private practice where she found her love of working with individuals, couples, and families.
Christina has been working in the mental health field since 2015. She gained her Masters in Psychology with a focus in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2013. She has worked with individuals, couples and families helping them to regain control of their lives and find joy in their everyday experiences. Christina started her work as an Applied Behavioral Analyst (ABA) working where she learned many skills. She then moved to Intensive In Home Family Therapy working with at risk teens. After that she started working in private practice where she found her love of working with individuals, couples, and families.
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Robert Werner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Do you feel listened to? I want to give a voice to the voiceless, and an ear to those who feel unheard. Your child is feeling angry, broken, tired of being bullied, or not good enough. Perhaps they are feeling lost, disconnected, and unsure of what is supposed to happen next. Mom and Dad, you may be feeling helpless because your child just won’t open up to you and you are not sure what to do.
Do you feel listened to? I want to give a voice to the voiceless, and an ear to those who feel unheard. Your child is feeling angry, broken, tired of being bullied, or not good enough. Perhaps they are feeling lost, disconnected, and unsure of what is supposed to happen next. Mom and Dad, you may be feeling helpless because your child just won’t open up to you and you are not sure what to do.
![Photo of Demetria Bennett, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b6066109-cd1d-45a2-aafb-2bacf0604bbd/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I studied at Cameron University and received a master's in behavioral science in psychology, and a BA in communications from Georgia Southern University. I have been counseling clients since 2011. Prior to becoming a therapist I was an active duty soldier in the United States Army. The army provided exposure to many cultures and adversity. I departed from the army and became involved in military programs while supporting my active duty husband in his service. I was an advocate for the unit's family readiness group which led me to pursue a career in psychology.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I studied at Cameron University and received a master's in behavioral science in psychology, and a BA in communications from Georgia Southern University. I have been counseling clients since 2011. Prior to becoming a therapist I was an active duty soldier in the United States Army. The army provided exposure to many cultures and adversity. I departed from the army and became involved in military programs while supporting my active duty husband in his service. I was an advocate for the unit's family readiness group which led me to pursue a career in psychology.
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The Decision Tree, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Waitlist for new clients
I am a native New Yorker with over 23 yrs experience in health & human services, working with people from various backgrounds, ethnicities, and age groups. Deciding what to do about: a troubled child, aging/ailing loved one, workplace challenges, relationship issues, or personal struggles can be draining, complicated, and discouraging. My emergency room/crisis work history has given me special skills to help with sudden life changes as well as long-standing problems. One thing is sure, a healthy mindset is the foundation for strong relationships and successful living. I am eager to help you get to your best self!
I am a native New Yorker with over 23 yrs experience in health & human services, working with people from various backgrounds, ethnicities, and age groups. Deciding what to do about: a troubled child, aging/ailing loved one, workplace challenges, relationship issues, or personal struggles can be draining, complicated, and discouraging. My emergency room/crisis work history has given me special skills to help with sudden life changes as well as long-standing problems. One thing is sure, a healthy mindset is the foundation for strong relationships and successful living. I am eager to help you get to your best self!
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I am a licensed psychologist accepting teletherapy patients from all areas of Georgia. In-office patients will be seen at St Simons Psychiatry. I work with all ages incorporating mental, physical and spiritual factors. Therapy with children and teens typically involves better communication with parents and parenting help. Areas of expertise are mood, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, behavior problems, autism, chronic pain, stress and anger management.
I am a licensed psychologist accepting teletherapy patients from all areas of Georgia. In-office patients will be seen at St Simons Psychiatry. I work with all ages incorporating mental, physical and spiritual factors. Therapy with children and teens typically involves better communication with parents and parenting help. Areas of expertise are mood, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, behavior problems, autism, chronic pain, stress and anger management.
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Crystal N. Whetstone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Everyone experiences the usual ups & downs that life throws at you. Sometimes, these moments in our lives become more than we can handle alone. Do you find yourself overwhelmed and not knowing when it's okay to ask for help? It’s not easy, but it can be the first step toward healthier functioning, improved relationships, & personal growth. Together, in a safe & supportive environment, we can uncover destructive patterns, identify strengths, & develop healthier ways of coping. Let me help guide you on your journey to find peace, strength, healing, & to become the best version of yourself.
Everyone experiences the usual ups & downs that life throws at you. Sometimes, these moments in our lives become more than we can handle alone. Do you find yourself overwhelmed and not knowing when it's okay to ask for help? It’s not easy, but it can be the first step toward healthier functioning, improved relationships, & personal growth. Together, in a safe & supportive environment, we can uncover destructive patterns, identify strengths, & develop healthier ways of coping. Let me help guide you on your journey to find peace, strength, healing, & to become the best version of yourself.
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Welcome to Georgia Behavioral Services! So glad you are here! Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety and stress? Is it negatively impacting your daily life in areas such as college or your career? With so much going on in the world around us, it can be difficult for adults to navigate through life's constant changes and pressures. Sometimes we need extra help and support to lift some weight off of our shoulders. So happy to see you reaching out for help! Under Clinician Supervision of Dr. Melanie Henson, EdD, LPC, CPCS, MBA License 005363, 660.
Welcome to Georgia Behavioral Services! So glad you are here! Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety and stress? Is it negatively impacting your daily life in areas such as college or your career? With so much going on in the world around us, it can be difficult for adults to navigate through life's constant changes and pressures. Sometimes we need extra help and support to lift some weight off of our shoulders. So happy to see you reaching out for help! Under Clinician Supervision of Dr. Melanie Henson, EdD, LPC, CPCS, MBA License 005363, 660.
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Diana Davis Lcsw Ed.s.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Whether you are are child, teen, adult or older adult who is struggling with relationships or being able to perform your best at school, work or in your community, the dedicated individuals at Beacon Insight Counseling can help. You will be provided with a caring environment in which you can identify and explore issues that prevent you from being your best. Our goal is to provide you with skills and techniques you need to be successful.
Whether you are are child, teen, adult or older adult who is struggling with relationships or being able to perform your best at school, work or in your community, the dedicated individuals at Beacon Insight Counseling can help. You will be provided with a caring environment in which you can identify and explore issues that prevent you from being your best. Our goal is to provide you with skills and techniques you need to be successful.
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Community Psychotherapy and Addiction Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Warner Robins, GA 31088 (Online Only)
I enjoy assisting individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, caused by many factors such as societal/relational issues, grief, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I want to assist individuals in developing their long-term and healthy coping skills. Through effective psychotherapy I help individuals develop skills and strategies for managing emotions, achieve goals, and identify strengths for facing adverse and challenging situations. The work and healing journey will begin through a collaborative process, in a safe, professional, and non-judgmental environment.
I enjoy assisting individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, caused by many factors such as societal/relational issues, grief, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I want to assist individuals in developing their long-term and healthy coping skills. Through effective psychotherapy I help individuals develop skills and strategies for managing emotions, achieve goals, and identify strengths for facing adverse and challenging situations. The work and healing journey will begin through a collaborative process, in a safe, professional, and non-judgmental environment.
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New Life Pastoral Care & Counseling Service, LLC
Pastoral Counselor, MA, MDiv, CNPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Warner Robins, GA 31088
Welcome to New Life! We are passionate about your mental health needs and are offering telehealth counseling twenty-four hours, due to the challenging times we are living in currently. Counselors are able to pray with you and provide empathy, along with confidentiality. Please don't hesitate to contact us we have competent and experienced counselors to meet your needs. Whether it's grief, trauma, premarital counseling, marital challenges, depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, anger management, or PTSD. We offer therapy sessions that include Spanish translators for our clients upon request please call today.
Welcome to New Life! We are passionate about your mental health needs and are offering telehealth counseling twenty-four hours, due to the challenging times we are living in currently. Counselors are able to pray with you and provide empathy, along with confidentiality. Please don't hesitate to contact us we have competent and experienced counselors to meet your needs. Whether it's grief, trauma, premarital counseling, marital challenges, depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, anger management, or PTSD. We offer therapy sessions that include Spanish translators for our clients upon request please call today.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. The EAP for the U.S. Armed Forces is Military OneSource. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
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