Family Therapy in Columbus, GA
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Megan Blankenstein
Counselor, MA, NCC, LAPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31901 (Online Only)
My passion is working with adults to overcome the challenges and complexities of life that can feel heavy and exhausting. I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with carrying the family mental load, parenting and caregiver stress, and those who are feeling stuck and in a place of dread, ick, or experiencing overwhelming worries and fears. I understand that when you feel maxed out, adding therapy to your to-do list can feel impossible. However, to be the best parent, partner, or coworker you have to be the best version of you first.
My passion is working with adults to overcome the challenges and complexities of life that can feel heavy and exhausting. I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with carrying the family mental load, parenting and caregiver stress, and those who are feeling stuck and in a place of dread, ick, or experiencing overwhelming worries and fears. I understand that when you feel maxed out, adding therapy to your to-do list can feel impossible. However, to be the best parent, partner, or coworker you have to be the best version of you first.
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We offer individual, couple, family, and group counseling as well as consulting.
I AM MOORE, LLC is a counseling and consulting practice owned by Darren D. Moore, Ph.D., MAED, LMFT. At I AM MOORE, LLC, we have therapists that can work with you regarding a variety of treatment issues and populations, including but not limited to Military Families, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Addiction, Workplace conflict, Family dysfunction, Family Secrets, Childhood trauma, Parent/child relationships, Teen delinquency, Sibling Issues, Caregiver stress, Children with disabilities, Single life, Dating, Pre-marital, Couples conflict, Divorce, Career Transition, Gen X, Y(Millennials), Z, & beyond, and much more.
We offer individual, couple, family, and group counseling as well as consulting.
I AM MOORE, LLC is a counseling and consulting practice owned by Darren D. Moore, Ph.D., MAED, LMFT. At I AM MOORE, LLC, we have therapists that can work with you regarding a variety of treatment issues and populations, including but not limited to Military Families, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Addiction, Workplace conflict, Family dysfunction, Family Secrets, Childhood trauma, Parent/child relationships, Teen delinquency, Sibling Issues, Caregiver stress, Children with disabilities, Single life, Dating, Pre-marital, Couples conflict, Divorce, Career Transition, Gen X, Y(Millennials), Z, & beyond, and much more.
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My experience with clients has been through individual, family, and couples counseling for over 17 years . As a counselor, I am an active listener and always looking for the best tools, tips and strategies for improving client’s emotional mental health. My belief is that healing involves taking time and working on wellness slowly, holistically, and consistently. Just as physical health takes time and consistency, so does mental health. Be prepared to enter a no judgment, free from criticism and safe place for your feelings and thoughts Every client has inner thoughts about how they would like their life to look. Through talk therapy
My experience with clients has been through individual, family, and couples counseling for over 17 years . As a counselor, I am an active listener and always looking for the best tools, tips and strategies for improving client’s emotional mental health. My belief is that healing involves taking time and working on wellness slowly, holistically, and consistently. Just as physical health takes time and consistency, so does mental health. Be prepared to enter a no judgment, free from criticism and safe place for your feelings and thoughts Every client has inner thoughts about how they would like their life to look. Through talk therapy
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Shanita Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAMS
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31904 (Online Only)
I have experience in helping clients with family conflict, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and mental health conditions.
Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I have experience in helping clients with family conflict, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and mental health conditions.
Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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Are you in a period of transition or stagnation in life? Struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, finding joy or constantly feeling that you have no motivation? I have worked with people transitioning in life such as a new job, marriage, blended families, homelessness, and the symptoms they manifest as including anxiety and depression, addiction and much more. I have been providing individual and family counseling independently for 6 years. I received my bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics which has given me a wealth of knowledge in how your eating habits can also affect your mental well-being.
Are you in a period of transition or stagnation in life? Struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, finding joy or constantly feeling that you have no motivation? I have worked with people transitioning in life such as a new job, marriage, blended families, homelessness, and the symptoms they manifest as including anxiety and depression, addiction and much more. I have been providing individual and family counseling independently for 6 years. I received my bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics which has given me a wealth of knowledge in how your eating habits can also affect your mental well-being.
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Darren D Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, AAMFT , Aprvd, Supv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31907
Darren D. Moore, Ph.D., MAED., LMFT is a Clinical Professor, Associate Director for Clinical Training and Supervision in a Masters program in Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia, Alabama, NY, IL, and credentialed for telehealth in Florida. Dr. Moore utilizes an integrative therapeutic approach when working with clients. Dr. Moore is direct and believes in addressing problems head on, to ensure optimal success, within a limited amount of time. He has degrees from Teachers College, Columbia University, Virginia Tech University, Valdosta State University, and the University of Minnesota.
Darren D. Moore, Ph.D., MAED., LMFT is a Clinical Professor, Associate Director for Clinical Training and Supervision in a Masters program in Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Georgia, Alabama, NY, IL, and credentialed for telehealth in Florida. Dr. Moore utilizes an integrative therapeutic approach when working with clients. Dr. Moore is direct and believes in addressing problems head on, to ensure optimal success, within a limited amount of time. He has degrees from Teachers College, Columbia University, Virginia Tech University, Valdosta State University, and the University of Minnesota.
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Courtney E Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31901
I typically spend my day with a mix of play therapy for an anxious child, providing co-parenting support to conflicted parents, helping an adolescent deal with big life changes, and a sprinkle of family/reunification therapy.
Do you feel stuck? In a feeling, a situation, a relationship, or just in the muck? Let's get you to a better place. Together, we can accomplish healing and movement that may feel unimaginable to right now. That's okay, you don't have to see to believe. I'll teach you how and walk along with you on your path for as long as you need me. You'll get no judgment from me. What you will get is 20 plus years of experience from someone who values compassion, authenticity, self-determination, vulnerability, and concrete tools.
I typically spend my day with a mix of play therapy for an anxious child, providing co-parenting support to conflicted parents, helping an adolescent deal with big life changes, and a sprinkle of family/reunification therapy.
Do you feel stuck? In a feeling, a situation, a relationship, or just in the muck? Let's get you to a better place. Together, we can accomplish healing and movement that may feel unimaginable to right now. That's okay, you don't have to see to believe. I'll teach you how and walk along with you on your path for as long as you need me. You'll get no judgment from me. What you will get is 20 plus years of experience from someone who values compassion, authenticity, self-determination, vulnerability, and concrete tools.
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Dr. Jennifer Bell Jenkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MBA, LPC, NCC, BCTMH
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31904
Something is not quite right...you notice little things at first and then you get your child checked out because you just can't shake that parental feeling that something is wrong. And you hear the words... your child has Autism. Your world shatters...I know, I have been there not just once, but twice with my son and my daughter. In the Autism world there are acronyms like: SLP, OT, PT, OCD, ADHD,ODD & ABA. There are so many different therapies needed. It can be overwhelming for you, your family and your child. There is hope. There is life. Autism is a journey and we can help with your journey.
Something is not quite right...you notice little things at first and then you get your child checked out because you just can't shake that parental feeling that something is wrong. And you hear the words... your child has Autism. Your world shatters...I know, I have been there not just once, but twice with my son and my daughter. In the Autism world there are acronyms like: SLP, OT, PT, OCD, ADHD,ODD & ABA. There are so many different therapies needed. It can be overwhelming for you, your family and your child. There is hope. There is life. Autism is a journey and we can help with your journey.
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Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you feel alone, sad or confused? Do you want to feel more connected to your family and friends? Let's talk about it and work towards some peace of mind.
Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you feel alone, sad or confused? Do you want to feel more connected to your family and friends? Let's talk about it and work towards some peace of mind.
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Denise N Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31901
I have experience with Autism disorder, psychotic disorders, depressive disorders, Department of Family and Children Services non-custodial parent and/or child reunification services, family counseling and marriage counseling.
I have been a therapist for over a decade. I believe that the negative cycle of mental illness, substance abuse, and negative thoughts and behaviors can be broken. I am committed to finding solutions to the problems NOT just treating symptoms. I want to help individuals live life well and be their best selves. I will not judge you for what you are thinking, feeling, or doing but we will strive to help you find healthier ways in coping to lead a fulfilling life.
I have experience with Autism disorder, psychotic disorders, depressive disorders, Department of Family and Children Services non-custodial parent and/or child reunification services, family counseling and marriage counseling.
I have been a therapist for over a decade. I believe that the negative cycle of mental illness, substance abuse, and negative thoughts and behaviors can be broken. I am committed to finding solutions to the problems NOT just treating symptoms. I want to help individuals live life well and be their best selves. I will not judge you for what you are thinking, feeling, or doing but we will strive to help you find healthier ways in coping to lead a fulfilling life.
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Amber is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience and education in the mental and behavioral health field. She is a member of the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia, which is one of the largest State Counseling Not-For-Profit Independent Associations and recognized as the Most Outstanding State Association in the USA by the American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA). Throughout her years in the counseling field, she has had a variety of clinical experiences, including inpatient hospitals, emergency rooms, Department of Family & Children Services, and private practice.
Amber is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience and education in the mental and behavioral health field. She is a member of the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia, which is one of the largest State Counseling Not-For-Profit Independent Associations and recognized as the Most Outstanding State Association in the USA by the American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA). Throughout her years in the counseling field, she has had a variety of clinical experiences, including inpatient hospitals, emergency rooms, Department of Family & Children Services, and private practice.
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Columbus, GA 31904
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to meet life's challenges. How we reach out for resources during this time can facilitate hope and healing. You may have already reached out to a friend, family member, or pastor and find you are still stuck. The next step you take may be to meet with a professional counselor. As a professional counselor, I am passionate about working with people to find healing and understanding. I am also credentialed as a CPCS, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, providing supervision to train other therapists in the counseling profession.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to meet life's challenges. How we reach out for resources during this time can facilitate hope and healing. You may have already reached out to a friend, family member, or pastor and find you are still stuck. The next step you take may be to meet with a professional counselor. As a professional counselor, I am passionate about working with people to find healing and understanding. I am also credentialed as a CPCS, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, providing supervision to train other therapists in the counseling profession.
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APT Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31904
APT Counseling Services provide children, adult, and family therapy. Dr. Pass-Turner utilize highly skill techniques and strategies that promote empowerment and personal growth. She is a Doctor of Counseling Psychology who has worked in mental health for over 20 years. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisior, Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider, National Cerfified Counselor, Doctoral Addictions Counselor, Master Addictions Counselor, Clinically Certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and Clinically Certified Forensic Counselor specialties assessment/evaluation and child custody.
APT Counseling Services provide children, adult, and family therapy. Dr. Pass-Turner utilize highly skill techniques and strategies that promote empowerment and personal growth. She is a Doctor of Counseling Psychology who has worked in mental health for over 20 years. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisior, Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider, National Cerfified Counselor, Doctoral Addictions Counselor, Master Addictions Counselor, Clinically Certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and Clinically Certified Forensic Counselor specialties assessment/evaluation and child custody.
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Sharika N. Pruitt Ed.s Lpc Ncc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31901 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Sharika Pruitt, a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Alabama and Georgia. With a decade of experience, I specialize in helping women and teen girls who are battling childhood trauma and striving to recover from depression and anxiety. My ideal clients are resilient women and teens who struggle with enforcing boundaries and often experience people-pleasing or co-dependent behaviors. I am skilled in teaching techniques to manage women issues specifically such as: postpartum depression and anxiety, PMDD, grief, anxiety, depression, managing chronic illness, single parenthood, divorce/separation and family conflict.
Hello! I'm Sharika Pruitt, a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Alabama and Georgia. With a decade of experience, I specialize in helping women and teen girls who are battling childhood trauma and striving to recover from depression and anxiety. My ideal clients are resilient women and teens who struggle with enforcing boundaries and often experience people-pleasing or co-dependent behaviors. I am skilled in teaching techniques to manage women issues specifically such as: postpartum depression and anxiety, PMDD, grief, anxiety, depression, managing chronic illness, single parenthood, divorce/separation and family conflict.
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Jessica Bennett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31901 (Online Only)
I have worked with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, family conflicts, relationship difficulties, traumas, abuse, bipolar disorder (manic episodes), suicidal ideations etc.
Hi. I am a middle-aged married mother of one grown and one smaller child. Our next anniversary will be 10 years for us. We were both married before finding each other, so there is a history of blending families with children. I am a Christian and Jesus is the foundation of my life. Life can be quite challenging. Many times we are facing situations that we are not prepared for or have prior hurts that affect our ability to overcome. When we get into these places it is easy to feel stuck or even blind to what is really going on. It is easy to shut down and isolate out of fear of what others may think.
I have worked with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, family conflicts, relationship difficulties, traumas, abuse, bipolar disorder (manic episodes), suicidal ideations etc.
Hi. I am a middle-aged married mother of one grown and one smaller child. Our next anniversary will be 10 years for us. We were both married before finding each other, so there is a history of blending families with children. I am a Christian and Jesus is the foundation of my life. Life can be quite challenging. Many times we are facing situations that we are not prepared for or have prior hurts that affect our ability to overcome. When we get into these places it is easy to feel stuck or even blind to what is really going on. It is easy to shut down and isolate out of fear of what others may think.
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Andy Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31901 (Online Only)
Our first meeting will mostly be a "get to know" each other session, discussing where we are from, our family, employment, as well as hobbies, and other enjoyable activities.
Hello. My name is Howard Patterson, but I go by Andy. I have been a mental health professional for over 45 years, with the majority of my experience in the field of child welfare.
Our first meeting will mostly be a "get to know" each other session, discussing where we are from, our family, employment, as well as hobbies, and other enjoyable activities.
Hello. My name is Howard Patterson, but I go by Andy. I have been a mental health professional for over 45 years, with the majority of my experience in the field of child welfare.
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Timothy Birt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31901
I provide individual counseling, couples and family therapy, and group counseling.
Therapy works! Begin the healing process to transform yourself and your relationships. Help your children thrive. Find new purpose together. Working together we can help you on your road to healing, recovery, and happiness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with couples seeking counseling, parents wanting help with their children and adolescents, and individuals seeking healing from grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, or abuse. In therapy, we work together with your family members to heal, grow, and progress. Therapy works as you open yourself to changes in thought, feeling, and behavior.
I provide individual counseling, couples and family therapy, and group counseling.
Therapy works! Begin the healing process to transform yourself and your relationships. Help your children thrive. Find new purpose together. Working together we can help you on your road to healing, recovery, and happiness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with couples seeking counseling, parents wanting help with their children and adolescents, and individuals seeking healing from grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, or abuse. In therapy, we work together with your family members to heal, grow, and progress. Therapy works as you open yourself to changes in thought, feeling, and behavior.
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In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, friends, traveling and engaging in self-care.
I have experience working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar- disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, domestic violence, sexual abuse. I enjoy working with individuals, families, couples and groups of all ages, identities and cultural backgrounds. My primary goals with clients are to build resiliency, promote independency and self advocacy, build confidence in decision-making, address traumas, establish healthy boundaries, and promote self-compassion/care.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, friends, traveling and engaging in self-care.
I have experience working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar- disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, domestic violence, sexual abuse. I enjoy working with individuals, families, couples and groups of all ages, identities and cultural backgrounds. My primary goals with clients are to build resiliency, promote independency and self advocacy, build confidence in decision-making, address traumas, establish healthy boundaries, and promote self-compassion/care.
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LifeWorks Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31904
Laura Beth’s counseling style has evolved into a holistic approach (incorporating mind, body and spirit), since starting out almost 20 years ago working with children, adolescents and families. Laura Beth has a diverse background including teaching, social work and community mental health. She has spent the last 10 years as a clinical therapist. She enjoys incorporating art, mindfulness and child-centered techniques. She graduated from Auburn University with a major in psychology and a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. She obtained her Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health from Troy University.
Laura Beth’s counseling style has evolved into a holistic approach (incorporating mind, body and spirit), since starting out almost 20 years ago working with children, adolescents and families. Laura Beth has a diverse background including teaching, social work and community mental health. She has spent the last 10 years as a clinical therapist. She enjoys incorporating art, mindfulness and child-centered techniques. She graduated from Auburn University with a major in psychology and a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. She obtained her Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health from Troy University.
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Dr. Cheryl Sapp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC, NCC, CPCS, DBS
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31906
As a professional counselor with over 30 years in the field I have experience in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse and all related symptoms, dual-diagnosis, trauma, grief, couples/family counseling and more.
I have over 30 years in the field of counseling specializing in addiction and co-occurring disorders. I also have vast experience with the Military ASAP program as well with other private treatment facilities. I earned my Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Psychology and Counseling from Troy University. I hold the credentials of Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified Addiction Counselor II.
As a professional counselor with over 30 years in the field I have experience in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse and all related symptoms, dual-diagnosis, trauma, grief, couples/family counseling and more.
I have over 30 years in the field of counseling specializing in addiction and co-occurring disorders. I also have vast experience with the Military ASAP program as well with other private treatment facilities. I earned my Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Psychology and Counseling from Troy University. I hold the credentials of Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified Addiction Counselor II.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.