Marriage Counseling Therapists in Cartersville, GA

Trauma doesn’t have to hold you captive. You can get free from childhood trauma and trauma from traumatic and stressful life experiences. I have special experience working with professional women who have experienced narcissistic abuse and unhealthy relationships. I also love working with clients who have a desire to move up in their careers and make major life changes. I believe every person should have a life filled with joy and purpose. My ultimate goal is for you to be able to heal, create, and enjoy your life.

If you are searching for serenity and happiness. If you need joy in your life. I want to help you achieve it.

I believe that every client is different and love to pull from all psychological theories in order to best help the individual I’m working with. I truly enjoy working alongside a client in order to develop skills that work best for them and helping them to foster growth in all aspects of their lives.

"No one understands what I'm going through!" Do you feel this way? Many times, when we experience crisis or stress, it is very normal to feel like no one understands. My goal is to serve those who struggle with Trauma, Personality Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, and other Emotional Disorders. I believe trauma whether one time incident or ongoing incidents can be the root cause to other mental health issues. That is why my treatment plans are unique to each individual and their specific issues and circumstances. My philosophy is that anyone can overcome anything, with the right help.

I believe that every individual has worth and value, yet individuals can tend to feel stuck and unaware of their worth due to life circumstances, their past, or fears of the future. My role as a therapist is to join alongside clients with empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard to help them see their worth, heal from their past, and make decisions that allow them the opportunity to thrive in their future.

Feeling anxious? Does it feel that sometimes your emotions can be too loud? Sometimes it can be difficult to make sense of all that life throws your way. You do not have to accept that this is all that life has for you. I offer services to both individuals and couples. My desire is to help clients understand how thoughts and emotions can have an impact on how they view themselves and the world around them. I offer a safe place where we can create a treatment plan that is unique to each individual by assessing presenting problems, identifying and creating goals that will help you to find solutions.

I work with people of all ages and ethnic groups. My overall goal is to aid you in becoming the best version of yourself. I work to help empower you to know your own strengths. Each client is treated as an individual and treatment is individualized. I have a passion for working with moms and families dealing with perinatal mental health issue and individuals looking to process complex trauma. Additionally, I work with adults and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, major life changes, and addiction.

When we think about counseling, sometimes we think that you have to sit in an uncomfortable couch and have someone “analyze” everything that you’re saying and tell you if you’re crazy or not. Although you do have sit on a couch when you come to counseling and do have to share your information with a therapist, however, think of counseling as a safe space where you can be yourself and not feel like you are being judged by your actions or for who you are. I am a graduate from Walden University and have a master’s degree of science in clinical mental health counseling (MS).

Jessica has a passion for working with children (ages 11+), adolescents and adults navigating challenges such addiction, anxiety, stress and relationship or family conflict. Specifically, she is specializing and continuing her training in bipolar/mood disorders, addictions, couples’ therapy and human sexuality. Jessica is also pursuing training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Jess has obtained licensure as a Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor.

Life happens...There is no "money back guarantee" on relationships or experiences or even on thoughts or feelings. When things seem "off" or aren't going as they should, we have to figure out ways to adapt or cope with each situation. I hope to help clients build solid foundations in self-acceptance as well as in their relationships with their partners/spouses, children and parents, siblings, and in all avenues of their lives, so that they can adapt to each situation in a most healthy and positive manner. Personal growth is the key to positive change.

You can do this. I have faith in you and I offer a safe, non-judgmental place to heal. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction and loss. I enjoy helping teens, adults and families navigate life's stressors. A positive environment that promotes insight and empowerment is the foundation of my practice. The nature of therapy requires a strong alliance which I strive to create with my clients. I also offer Domestic Violence group counseling and Alcohol and Drug evaluations and referrals for recovery sites.

As a depth psychotherapist, my goal is to help you uncover your highest potential for living a life worth celebrating. While we cannot change our past, we can learn new tools/skills for resolving current life challenges. We will identify long-standing negative behavior patterns and replace these with more effective, life affirming skills. As a couple, you will learn more effective communication and listening skills for resolving conflict, which is a part of all long-term passionate relationships. Given the right tools, knowledge, and guidance, your life and relationships can experience growth and transformation!. We also offer services nationally via video and teleconference counseling.

Have you ever experienced a time in your life where you didn't feel like you had a voice? Not having a voice can be caused by several different factors. Ranging from experiencing past trauma, daily stresses of life (i.e. relationships, work, etc.), symptoms of depression, and anxiety. It can be difficult to get to a point in your life where its okay to speak your truth.

Ms. Nikhol B. Jackson, LPC, MFT, BC-TMH, CPCS Ms. Jackson has an immense passion for adults, couples, and families. Nikhol has over 15 years of experience working with Adults, Couples, and Families. She has worked extensively with individuals needing assistance with managing anxiety and or depression as a result of major life transitions, i.e., career changes, relationship shifts, and the loss of a loved one.

I am dedicated to the process of transforming your challenging life issues into meaningful ways of living. Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, alone, or dejected? My practice will provide you with a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. I will guide you in the process of identifying, evaluating, and challenging the feelings behind your repetitive patterns of behavior. Since my goal is a treatment that lasts, a major focus of my practice is to assist you in breaking the grip of helplessness and hopelessness. Through collaborative effort, we can work on developing new and more adaptive responses to the challenges in your life.

You know how you sometimes have trouble getting everything done and making needed changes in your life? I help people get things done, make the changes and move ahead to reach their most desired life goals. As a certified coach, I work with people who are involved in transitions like divorce, relocation and job changes, or working on major projects and lifestyle changes. I love helping people move ahead with the juggling act of life in order to live happily and more fulfilled.

I truly feel that individuals don't care what you know until they know that you care. I try to meet individuals where they are in life and treat them unconditionally as well as with respect at all time. A person isn't going to focus on therapy if no electricity or food is within the home. I will provide you with community resources which can assist with your basic needs so that you're focused and ready for what therapy contributes to your life. I offer what you need to change, not what you want to hear. Teamwork approach!

I strive to offer a safe place for individuals, couples, and families to develop a renewed sense of hope in their current circumstances and the possibility of healing in the important relationships of their lives. I help clients find ways to cope or gently let go of the things that weigh them down while encouraging them to discover and hold on to those things that bring them life.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a PhD resident in General Psychology, it is my privilege to walk alongside people who are suffering from relational trauma and interpersonal dysfunction. I am confident that there is freedom from chaotic cycles of brokenness, disconnection and pain. My therapeutic focus centers on severe relational trauma stemming from narcissistic abuse, substance abuse, sexual addiction and codependency. My clinical practice focuses on healing from relational trauma, infidelity, high-conflict partnerships, hostile communication patterns and coparenting/divorce challenges.