Self-Harming Therapists in Douglasville, GA

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Robin Gordon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. You may start noticing you're have a hard time focusing or falling asleep, or that you're feeling more anxious or depressed than usual. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through traumatic or stressful experiences. I help my clients, including adolescents and adults, find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships to know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. You may start noticing you're have a hard time focusing or falling asleep, or that you're feeling more anxious or depressed than usual. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through traumatic or stressful experiences. I help my clients, including adolescents and adults, find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships to know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe.
(470) 735-7081 View (470) 735-7081
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Jocelyn Evans-Shaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
Hello, I am Jocelyn Evans-Shaw. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults and adolescents to assist them in achieving a sense of health and wholeness. I work with clients addressing issues including, but not limited to, trauma, relationship stressors, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, and life transitions such as marriage, divorce, and career change. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions and techniques, and my primary philosophy of psychotherapy is an attachment-based approach emphasizing increased resilience and self-awareness.
Hello, I am Jocelyn Evans-Shaw. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults and adolescents to assist them in achieving a sense of health and wholeness. I work with clients addressing issues including, but not limited to, trauma, relationship stressors, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, and life transitions such as marriage, divorce, and career change. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions and techniques, and my primary philosophy of psychotherapy is an attachment-based approach emphasizing increased resilience and self-awareness.
(470) 660-3236 View (470) 660-3236
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Tailored Life After Loss Grief Coaching
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30135
Grief is the inevitable cost of love. To fully comprehend the grieving process and overcome its challenges, it's essential to understand that grief is a necessary experience that does not follow a linear path. Grief coaching is a non-therapeutic approach that shifts the perspective that grief is an ailment that requires treatment, repair, or a cure. Instead, it empowers individuals to accept their normal and natural reactions to loss, giving themselves permission to grieve. Together, we can reach an improved level of health and wholeness, and ultimately, a life of joy again. I'm excited to embark on this journey with you!
Grief is the inevitable cost of love. To fully comprehend the grieving process and overcome its challenges, it's essential to understand that grief is a necessary experience that does not follow a linear path. Grief coaching is a non-therapeutic approach that shifts the perspective that grief is an ailment that requires treatment, repair, or a cure. Instead, it empowers individuals to accept their normal and natural reactions to loss, giving themselves permission to grieve. Together, we can reach an improved level of health and wholeness, and ultimately, a life of joy again. I'm excited to embark on this journey with you!
(770) 746-7774 View (770) 746-7774
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Timothy Whailen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
Are you tired of arguing with your own brain or body in ways that most people don't seem able or willing to understand? Getting help does not have to be another insurmountable task. If you have found yourself having to work harder than you believe you should to maintain stability or need a safe place to process with someone who shares some of your experiences, give me a chance to help you learn more about how your own system works and renew your perspective on you. My holistic approach to trauma-informed, neurodivergence-affirming practice is tailored to your needs with tools to help in both an immediate crisis and long-term goals.
Are you tired of arguing with your own brain or body in ways that most people don't seem able or willing to understand? Getting help does not have to be another insurmountable task. If you have found yourself having to work harder than you believe you should to maintain stability or need a safe place to process with someone who shares some of your experiences, give me a chance to help you learn more about how your own system works and renew your perspective on you. My holistic approach to trauma-informed, neurodivergence-affirming practice is tailored to your needs with tools to help in both an immediate crisis and long-term goals.
(770) 230-5658 View (770) 230-5658
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James O Montford Jr.
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, MSPC, BACS, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30135
Dr. James Montford, Jr. has a passion for marriage and family counseling, teens, young adult males, and those that struggle with substance abuse and other addictions. James specializes in Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. AREAS OF FOCUS: Men's Issues, Marriage and Family, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self-mutilating behavior, Sexual Addictions, and Identity Issues, Eating disorders. James earned his Ph.D. in Religious Philosophy in Christian Counseling his master's in Professional Counseling and his Bachelor's degree in Christian Studies James is a Certified Christian Counselor in Ga and Fla.
Dr. James Montford, Jr. has a passion for marriage and family counseling, teens, young adult males, and those that struggle with substance abuse and other addictions. James specializes in Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. AREAS OF FOCUS: Men's Issues, Marriage and Family, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self-mutilating behavior, Sexual Addictions, and Identity Issues, Eating disorders. James earned his Ph.D. in Religious Philosophy in Christian Counseling his master's in Professional Counseling and his Bachelor's degree in Christian Studies James is a Certified Christian Counselor in Ga and Fla.
(770) 626-7947 View (770) 626-7947
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Goziam Ogwu
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134  (Online Only)
It can never be easy to admit when we’re struggling in life, and often times, whether it’s family, friends, coworkers, and or other types of relationships, trying to untangle the balls of confusion and the uncertainty impacting our hearts, can be stressful. Moreover, it may even cause us sadness, worry and affect our ability to sleep at night. Other matters can also clinch at hearts, such as dealing with loss of a loved one, difficulties with life transitions, desiring an enriching fuller life, or even the realization that your child may be struggling. Given these points, if this is you, then you have come to the right place.
It can never be easy to admit when we’re struggling in life, and often times, whether it’s family, friends, coworkers, and or other types of relationships, trying to untangle the balls of confusion and the uncertainty impacting our hearts, can be stressful. Moreover, it may even cause us sadness, worry and affect our ability to sleep at night. Other matters can also clinch at hearts, such as dealing with loss of a loved one, difficulties with life transitions, desiring an enriching fuller life, or even the realization that your child may be struggling. Given these points, if this is you, then you have come to the right place.
(404) 390-2172 View (404) 390-2172
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Tamara Brown Payne
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CRC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30135  (Online Only)
As a holistic therapist and life strategist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential through growth in all aspects of your life. While we can't change the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in life. By applying eclectic therapy approaches and techniques, we will discover long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Philosophy: "It is what it is, but it doesn't have to be. Experience is a lesson and the lesson is a new experience."
As a holistic therapist and life strategist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential through growth in all aspects of your life. While we can't change the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in life. By applying eclectic therapy approaches and techniques, we will discover long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Philosophy: "It is what it is, but it doesn't have to be. Experience is a lesson and the lesson is a new experience."
(678) 929-6493 View (678) 929-6493
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Osafo Asare-Bediako
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30135
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience in working with individuals struggling with depression and anxiety; couples struggling with poor communication and infidelity; and families impacted by abuse, addiction, grief or parenting challenges. I specialize in helping people develop a healthy adaptability and the dynamism needed to thrive through solution-focused counseling. I also provide Christian counseling for individuals who desire it. I believe that addressing the whole person: the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health, empowers the individual to take charge of his/her own care.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience in working with individuals struggling with depression and anxiety; couples struggling with poor communication and infidelity; and families impacted by abuse, addiction, grief or parenting challenges. I specialize in helping people develop a healthy adaptability and the dynamism needed to thrive through solution-focused counseling. I also provide Christian counseling for individuals who desire it. I believe that addressing the whole person: the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health, empowers the individual to take charge of his/her own care.
(678) 661-5448 View (678) 661-5448
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Solutions 2 Wellness And Recovery, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I empower individuals to experience emotional and mental health renewal, through gaining inner strength to overcome difficult situations and lead a rewarding life. I provide counseling services to Individuals and families facing difficult situations; involving emotional distress, grief and loss, relationship, community mental health and trauma issues. My services extends to providing In-home early intervention counseling to at-risk families with histories of physical and sexual abuse, neglect, school truancy , anger management, substance abuse , depression , grief and loss, adjustment and conduct disorders, oppositional defiant behaviors and high risk individuals for suicidal behaviors .
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I empower individuals to experience emotional and mental health renewal, through gaining inner strength to overcome difficult situations and lead a rewarding life. I provide counseling services to Individuals and families facing difficult situations; involving emotional distress, grief and loss, relationship, community mental health and trauma issues. My services extends to providing In-home early intervention counseling to at-risk families with histories of physical and sexual abuse, neglect, school truancy , anger management, substance abuse , depression , grief and loss, adjustment and conduct disorders, oppositional defiant behaviors and high risk individuals for suicidal behaviors .
(470) 558-0703 View (470) 558-0703
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Anthony Thomason - Sheltered Cove Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD Can, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
Anthony Thomason is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and has been practicing for over 10 years. Anthony works primarily from a psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approach that is interested in uncovering the root causes of problems, whether inter or intrapersonal. Additionally, if desired, he can also work from a Christian perspective.
Anthony Thomason is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and has been practicing for over 10 years. Anthony works primarily from a psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approach that is interested in uncovering the root causes of problems, whether inter or intrapersonal. Additionally, if desired, he can also work from a Christian perspective.
(470) 835-0094 View (470) 835-0094
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Dr. Nina A. White
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134  (Online Only)
"I" focus on promoting positive change in your lives as you face many of life's challenges. My intended goal is to improve the emotional and psychological health of clients. I believe this can be achieved through changing client's thinking patterns, and encouraging positive realistic thinking; thus resulting in positive change in client's behavior and lives. My therapeutic approach consists of treating, Families, Couples, Individuals, Marriage and Family issues, At-Risk-Youths and their Families, police officers, Domestic Violence among others. Counseling allows me to help assist in bringing balance and order into my clients lives through effective change.
"I" focus on promoting positive change in your lives as you face many of life's challenges. My intended goal is to improve the emotional and psychological health of clients. I believe this can be achieved through changing client's thinking patterns, and encouraging positive realistic thinking; thus resulting in positive change in client's behavior and lives. My therapeutic approach consists of treating, Families, Couples, Individuals, Marriage and Family issues, At-Risk-Youths and their Families, police officers, Domestic Violence among others. Counseling allows me to help assist in bringing balance and order into my clients lives through effective change.
(470) 217-7779 View (470) 217-7779
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Kenya Patterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30135
At Azar Counseling Service LLC our sole focus is to help equip individuals to navigate through the challenges of life. We meet you where you are, and help you get to where you want to be. Azar's counselors assist and support you while teaching you the needed skills to navigate life. Life doesn't come without its challenges, and the same is true while working through lifes issues in therapy. The counselors at Azar are dedicated to helping guide you through this process. We pride ourselves on you being able to come in our space and leave better than you came.
At Azar Counseling Service LLC our sole focus is to help equip individuals to navigate through the challenges of life. We meet you where you are, and help you get to where you want to be. Azar's counselors assist and support you while teaching you the needed skills to navigate life. Life doesn't come without its challenges, and the same is true while working through lifes issues in therapy. The counselors at Azar are dedicated to helping guide you through this process. We pride ourselves on you being able to come in our space and leave better than you came.
(678) 578-8783 View (678) 578-8783
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Octavia V Sutherland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30154
The Sutherland Center, LLC is a mobile counseling center that strives to improve the overall quality of living for its families. We commit to staying on the leading edge of the exploration and discovery of human potential. Your decision to seek counseling heralds a turning point in your life. In our rapidly changing world, people often seek professional guidance to remain on an even keel. The Sutherland Center, LLC provides in-home services to 13 counties and TeleMental Health services for the entire state of Georgia; counseling services for individuals, couples, and families since 2007.
The Sutherland Center, LLC is a mobile counseling center that strives to improve the overall quality of living for its families. We commit to staying on the leading edge of the exploration and discovery of human potential. Your decision to seek counseling heralds a turning point in your life. In our rapidly changing world, people often seek professional guidance to remain on an even keel. The Sutherland Center, LLC provides in-home services to 13 counties and TeleMental Health services for the entire state of Georgia; counseling services for individuals, couples, and families since 2007.
(470) 450-3735 View (470) 450-3735
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Virginia L Puckett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
In therapy I will meet you where you are and help navigate through your current and past challenges. We begin by exploring your history, patterns of behavior, thought processes and relationships that have formed you thus far. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship and begin your path to wholeness.
In therapy I will meet you where you are and help navigate through your current and past challenges. We begin by exploring your history, patterns of behavior, thought processes and relationships that have formed you thus far. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship and begin your path to wholeness.
(678) 661-3808 View (678) 661-3808
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Joseph G Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
As a Licensed Professional Counselor my goal is to provide a calm, safe and non-judgmental environment where one can address and deal with situations and issues that are causing pain. I believe that counseling is an active process that requires the client and the therapist to work together to achieve specific goals throughout the counseling process. I help clients find insight into themselves and assist them in building skills that help make managing life easier and more positive.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor my goal is to provide a calm, safe and non-judgmental environment where one can address and deal with situations and issues that are causing pain. I believe that counseling is an active process that requires the client and the therapist to work together to achieve specific goals throughout the counseling process. I help clients find insight into themselves and assist them in building skills that help make managing life easier and more positive.
(770) 949-1595 View (770) 949-1595
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Chapelhill Counseling Center
Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30135
Chapelhill Counseling Center is a faith-sensitive counseling practice featuring fully licensed clinicians who accept most forms of insurance. We offer counseling from a Christian perspective all the while maintaining an ethical position where the views of the counselors are not imposed upon the client. For clients that choose to integrate their Christian faith into the therapeutic process, they will find our counselors more than equipped to do so.
Chapelhill Counseling Center is a faith-sensitive counseling practice featuring fully licensed clinicians who accept most forms of insurance. We offer counseling from a Christian perspective all the while maintaining an ethical position where the views of the counselors are not imposed upon the client. For clients that choose to integrate their Christian faith into the therapeutic process, they will find our counselors more than equipped to do so.
(770) 651-0412 View (770) 651-0412
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Syreeta Renee Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
Mrs. Syreeta has experience working with people who suffer from anxiety, depression, grief, Bipolar Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder and various types of PTSD. With a wealth of knowledge of working in the public and private sector, Syreeta has helped clients to master coping skills, increased communication skills, increased self-esteem, increased motivation, minimize negative or unwanted behaviors, learn assertiveness and set boundaries. She is also connected to and supported by various psychiatrists and mental health providers to refer clients to the best level of care to meet their individual needs.
Mrs. Syreeta has experience working with people who suffer from anxiety, depression, grief, Bipolar Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder and various types of PTSD. With a wealth of knowledge of working in the public and private sector, Syreeta has helped clients to master coping skills, increased communication skills, increased self-esteem, increased motivation, minimize negative or unwanted behaviors, learn assertiveness and set boundaries. She is also connected to and supported by various psychiatrists and mental health providers to refer clients to the best level of care to meet their individual needs.
(678) 679-1495 View (678) 679-1495
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Brigitta Arnold Respress
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, MHC, CMFT, CDBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30134  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to the first day of self-discovery! Together we will create your roadmap to assist you with understanding how to get your needs met. Your privacy and confidentiality are always honored. The steps to create a trusting/congruent relationship will be developed by using Motivational Interviewing as my modality which promotes empowerment and hope. I'm here to meet you where you are with no judgement or preconceived notions. As we discover the fundamental issues of unrest/discomfort, I am committed to help you with continual growth by educating you as you transform your daily living to positive lifetime functioning.
Hello and welcome to the first day of self-discovery! Together we will create your roadmap to assist you with understanding how to get your needs met. Your privacy and confidentiality are always honored. The steps to create a trusting/congruent relationship will be developed by using Motivational Interviewing as my modality which promotes empowerment and hope. I'm here to meet you where you are with no judgement or preconceived notions. As we discover the fundamental issues of unrest/discomfort, I am committed to help you with continual growth by educating you as you transform your daily living to positive lifetime functioning.
(678) 932-0612 View (678) 932-0612
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Alloceia Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30135  (Online Only)
Alloceia is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience as a community trainer for mental health and suicide intervention. She is passionate about breaking the stigma around seeking treatment by educating the community on the importance of mental health to be physically healthy. Alloceia has worked in crisis response services since 2013 and prior to that spent 10+ years working with students in a specialized education setting.
Alloceia is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience as a community trainer for mental health and suicide intervention. She is passionate about breaking the stigma around seeking treatment by educating the community on the importance of mental health to be physically healthy. Alloceia has worked in crisis response services since 2013 and prior to that spent 10+ years working with students in a specialized education setting.
(470) 681-9960 View (470) 681-9960
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Donna Lochard
MA
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30135
Hello, I'm Donna Lochard, Therapist for "The Little Things." I help people grow past the obstacles standing in the way of their happiness and life satisfaction, without having to face the journey alone and without having fear of the unknown. I know what it is like to feel stuck, scared of change because you don't know if you'll get it right or make it worse. I know what it feels like to crave something different, to want something more, and to be better. I am very happy to work with you in your journey and show you how to recognize your obstacles, push through challenges, and learn new skills to help you grow and transform.
Hello, I'm Donna Lochard, Therapist for "The Little Things." I help people grow past the obstacles standing in the way of their happiness and life satisfaction, without having to face the journey alone and without having fear of the unknown. I know what it is like to feel stuck, scared of change because you don't know if you'll get it right or make it worse. I know what it feels like to crave something different, to want something more, and to be better. I am very happy to work with you in your journey and show you how to recognize your obstacles, push through challenges, and learn new skills to help you grow and transform.
(678) 786-2538 View (678) 786-2538
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Self-Harming Therapists

How does therapy for self-harm work?

A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?

Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.