Teletherapy for Gainesville, GA
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Michelle McGowan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
You matter! Your thoughts and feelings matter! You are significant, relevant, and worthy! Let me grab you a bottle of water or a cup of coffee and let’s talk! My name is Michelle and I want you to feel heard and seen. I want you to enter a safe therapeutic space where you can share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without being judged. Where you can grow, and break free of thoughts, behaviors, and actions that may be preventing you from fully experiencing your life. Where you can learn to create stronger relationships and develop healthier ways to cope with issues.
You matter! Your thoughts and feelings matter! You are significant, relevant, and worthy! Let me grab you a bottle of water or a cup of coffee and let’s talk! My name is Michelle and I want you to feel heard and seen. I want you to enter a safe therapeutic space where you can share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without being judged. Where you can grow, and break free of thoughts, behaviors, and actions that may be preventing you from fully experiencing your life. Where you can learn to create stronger relationships and develop healthier ways to cope with issues.
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L Carina Covarrubias
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
We can begin your therapeutic path in a confidential and safe environment where you feel comfortable. We can work together to help you make the changes in your life that you are struggling with because your emotions and feelings are valid! Your process is tailored to your needs at your own pace, meeting you where you are and taking you where you want to be with a caring approach. I am here to help you navigate any challenging situations, problems, life adjustments, or changes you face. Therapy offers self-discovery and empowers you with options, decisions, and new tools to face your problems.
We can begin your therapeutic path in a confidential and safe environment where you feel comfortable. We can work together to help you make the changes in your life that you are struggling with because your emotions and feelings are valid! Your process is tailored to your needs at your own pace, meeting you where you are and taking you where you want to be with a caring approach. I am here to help you navigate any challenging situations, problems, life adjustments, or changes you face. Therapy offers self-discovery and empowers you with options, decisions, and new tools to face your problems.
![Photo of Myra Terry Muckle, LPC, CPCS, CCTP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2b80ea49-92f4-4c8b-b23b-43bb4493397e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Myra Terry Muckle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, CCTP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
My Name is Myra and I am so happy to be back at home serving the community where I grew up. This has always been my dream. My ideal client is any man or woman who grew up like I did, in addiction, abuse, and with low self-esteem. I believe that it's our secrets that keeps us sick and I am simply here to help you heal and to love and accept yourself JUST AS YOU ARE because YOU ARE ENOUGH!
My Name is Myra and I am so happy to be back at home serving the community where I grew up. This has always been my dream. My ideal client is any man or woman who grew up like I did, in addiction, abuse, and with low self-esteem. I believe that it's our secrets that keeps us sick and I am simply here to help you heal and to love and accept yourself JUST AS YOU ARE because YOU ARE ENOUGH!
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Do you feel stuck in life? Are you struggling to get out of survival mode? Hi, my name is Chrystal. Let's face it, life can get super tough really fast! I can provide you with a safe, confidential, accepting and empowering environment to begin to explore your life’s obstacles and to identify and utilize healthy and effective coping strategies. It is my goal to listen and understand your story in order to help you work through the challenges you are facing in your daily life to help you attain your greatest level of happiness and fulfillment possible! Let's start YOUR journey today together! You are not alone!
Do you feel stuck in life? Are you struggling to get out of survival mode? Hi, my name is Chrystal. Let's face it, life can get super tough really fast! I can provide you with a safe, confidential, accepting and empowering environment to begin to explore your life’s obstacles and to identify and utilize healthy and effective coping strategies. It is my goal to listen and understand your story in order to help you work through the challenges you are facing in your daily life to help you attain your greatest level of happiness and fulfillment possible! Let's start YOUR journey today together! You are not alone!
![Photo of Beth Miller - Ellie Mental Health Clinic- Gainesville, LPC, CPCS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dbbba77f-f36c-4faf-996d-201798232fe9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Ellie Mental Health Clinic- Gainesville
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
We, at Ellie Mental Health of Gainesville, take pride in our ability to meet you where you are at and remind you of your immeasurable value for just being you. We will always be ourselves and use humor along with compassion to equip, teach, and listen in our counseling sessions. You deserve to live authentically and sometimes that requires just a little assistance. Experiences and storms of life can get us off track. We would love to be granted the opportunity to help you in whatever season or storm you find yourself in. You deserve to thrive, laugh, feel, heal, and nurture your mental health now. Let's move forward
We, at Ellie Mental Health of Gainesville, take pride in our ability to meet you where you are at and remind you of your immeasurable value for just being you. We will always be ourselves and use humor along with compassion to equip, teach, and listen in our counseling sessions. You deserve to live authentically and sometimes that requires just a little assistance. Experiences and storms of life can get us off track. We would love to be granted the opportunity to help you in whatever season or storm you find yourself in. You deserve to thrive, laugh, feel, heal, and nurture your mental health now. Let's move forward
![Photo of Matthew Goldschmidt, APC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/08052417-6f92-4264-8ea9-b9ff204e5fc0/1/320x400.jpeg)
Life can be just the worst. We can deal with crippling depression, paralyzing anxiety, or destructive anger. We can experience symptoms that are very much a part of us, like with ADHD, that can get in the way of our day to day. On the flip side life can also be fulfilling, humorous, and joyful. Not without it's sufferings life can be something meaning filled.
Life can be just the worst. We can deal with crippling depression, paralyzing anxiety, or destructive anger. We can experience symptoms that are very much a part of us, like with ADHD, that can get in the way of our day to day. On the flip side life can also be fulfilling, humorous, and joyful. Not without it's sufferings life can be something meaning filled.
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Are you feeling lost or stuck in life, unsure about your next move? Whether it's a decision about your career path, problems with your relationships, self-doubt, or a desire for self-exploration, you know it's time for a change. You're tired of merely surviving; you want to thrive. Everyone has their own struggles, and whether you're overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with low mood, facing challenges in your relationships, navigating a difficult transition in your life, or grappling with questions of identity, self-worth, or purpose, you deserve to live a life that you love. I'm here to help you take steps in that direction.
Are you feeling lost or stuck in life, unsure about your next move? Whether it's a decision about your career path, problems with your relationships, self-doubt, or a desire for self-exploration, you know it's time for a change. You're tired of merely surviving; you want to thrive. Everyone has their own struggles, and whether you're overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with low mood, facing challenges in your relationships, navigating a difficult transition in your life, or grappling with questions of identity, self-worth, or purpose, you deserve to live a life that you love. I'm here to help you take steps in that direction.
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Kimberly Motley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gainesville, GA 30504 (Online Only)
Have you been thinking about therapy and struggling with where to begin? Sometimes taking the first step is the most difficult one. I can help you take that first step with a warm and encouraging approach to therapy. I practice cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) using a client-centered philosophy.
Have you been thinking about therapy and struggling with where to begin? Sometimes taking the first step is the most difficult one. I can help you take that first step with a warm and encouraging approach to therapy. I practice cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) using a client-centered philosophy.
![Photo of Kelley Dodson, LPC, CPCS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/de21bc49-d0fb-47ec-bc1d-4f19e0952a3f/3/320x400.jpeg)
Do you feel sad, lonely, hurt, or feel that your life is missing something? Do you have a child who is struggling with mood dysregulation, self-harming thoughts, or is simply "out-of-control?" Would like someone to talk too, process your thoughts, and help you or your family member feel better? If so, I am here to help you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in working with children and families struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, low self-esteem, social skills, and divorce and family transition.
Do you feel sad, lonely, hurt, or feel that your life is missing something? Do you have a child who is struggling with mood dysregulation, self-harming thoughts, or is simply "out-of-control?" Would like someone to talk too, process your thoughts, and help you or your family member feel better? If so, I am here to help you! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in working with children and families struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, low self-esteem, social skills, and divorce and family transition.
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Welcome to a space where your journey towards healing and self-discovery is not just supported, but celebrated. With over 20 years of experience and as a licensed therapist, I've had the privilege of connecting with individuals on their unique paths to resilience and empowerment. I go beyond the conventional therapeutic approach. I'm not just a therapist; I'm your advocate, confidant, and guide through the highs and lows of life. There's no judgment here—only acceptance, education, and encouragement. I firmly believe that everyone deserves to have someone in their corner, someone who can help them regain a sense of control.
Welcome to a space where your journey towards healing and self-discovery is not just supported, but celebrated. With over 20 years of experience and as a licensed therapist, I've had the privilege of connecting with individuals on their unique paths to resilience and empowerment. I go beyond the conventional therapeutic approach. I'm not just a therapist; I'm your advocate, confidant, and guide through the highs and lows of life. There's no judgment here—only acceptance, education, and encouragement. I firmly believe that everyone deserves to have someone in their corner, someone who can help them regain a sense of control.
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I believe there is always hope for change and to be the person you were born to be. It is never too late to move in a different direction, to redirect negative thinking, change behaviors, and to empower oneself to overcome suffering and move into a better present. My approach is a holistic therapeutic approach, which involves understanding the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. By healing the past self, along with understanding and accepting your present self; the path opens to become your authentic future self. Together we can weave a healing process to assist you to become who were always meant to be.
I believe there is always hope for change and to be the person you were born to be. It is never too late to move in a different direction, to redirect negative thinking, change behaviors, and to empower oneself to overcome suffering and move into a better present. My approach is a holistic therapeutic approach, which involves understanding the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. By healing the past self, along with understanding and accepting your present self; the path opens to become your authentic future self. Together we can weave a healing process to assist you to become who were always meant to be.
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Jenny Felder
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gainesville, GA 30504 (Online Only)
There is a core need in each of us to feel known, heard, loved, wanted, and that we belong in a meaningful way. I work with people who are seeking to know clearly who they are and how they can be wholly themselves while being in a vibrant relationship at the same time.
There is a core need in each of us to feel known, heard, loved, wanted, and that we belong in a meaningful way. I work with people who are seeking to know clearly who they are and how they can be wholly themselves while being in a vibrant relationship at the same time.
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Dr. Megan O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gainesville, GA 30507 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, life changes, or have other concerns. I enjoy working with college-aged students who may have some anxiety or stress surrounding this life transition. Many clients hope to gain an understanding of why they feel anxious or stressed, and how to overcome these feelings. I can assist in helping to quiet the noise, or even just provide a listening ear to those who may need to talk.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, life changes, or have other concerns. I enjoy working with college-aged students who may have some anxiety or stress surrounding this life transition. Many clients hope to gain an understanding of why they feel anxious or stressed, and how to overcome these feelings. I can assist in helping to quiet the noise, or even just provide a listening ear to those who may need to talk.
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Laila L Muhanna
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPRP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
It takes a brave person to admit they need help and are feeling vulnerable. Finding a therapist who recognizes this and provides a safe environment for you is essential in the healing process. I work with a wide variety of psychological and psychiatric disorders, as well as helping clients through difficult life experiences. By focusing on the therapeutic relationship with my clients, I am able to help you work through your problems and meet your therapy goals. I do this by utilizing evidence based treatment modalities in my practice. My primary focus is to help my clients achieve their goals in therapy with respect and compassion.
It takes a brave person to admit they need help and are feeling vulnerable. Finding a therapist who recognizes this and provides a safe environment for you is essential in the healing process. I work with a wide variety of psychological and psychiatric disorders, as well as helping clients through difficult life experiences. By focusing on the therapeutic relationship with my clients, I am able to help you work through your problems and meet your therapy goals. I do this by utilizing evidence based treatment modalities in my practice. My primary focus is to help my clients achieve their goals in therapy with respect and compassion.
![Photo of Laura C Aiken, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1c52602c-c76c-47a4-8cb7-15f88d4205c2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you stuck in a cycle that you can’t break free from? Do you need help managing your personal or career life? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or simply feel lost? Do you need assistance moving beyond trauma or leaving behind active addiction? Reaching out for help can be scary and overwhelming, but my goal is to provide you with a safe, comforting space where you can be yourself and learn to live a full and happy life.
Are you stuck in a cycle that you can’t break free from? Do you need help managing your personal or career life? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or simply feel lost? Do you need assistance moving beyond trauma or leaving behind active addiction? Reaching out for help can be scary and overwhelming, but my goal is to provide you with a safe, comforting space where you can be yourself and learn to live a full and happy life.
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Randall Overdorff
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gainesville, GA 30501 (Online Only)
I want to help you achieve joy, purpose and meaning in your life. I want you to be empowered, to develop sovereignty as an individual; to have self confidence, acceptance of yourself as you are, to get in sync with your own character and destiny, to make the most of your life. I want to help you clarify and benefit from your spirituality. I can help improve empathy and communication to renew a sense of humor and harmony in relationships. I work to create a welcoming, safe environment to help clarify objectives for change and build strengths and resources to implement lasting solutions.
I want to help you achieve joy, purpose and meaning in your life. I want you to be empowered, to develop sovereignty as an individual; to have self confidence, acceptance of yourself as you are, to get in sync with your own character and destiny, to make the most of your life. I want to help you clarify and benefit from your spirituality. I can help improve empathy and communication to renew a sense of humor and harmony in relationships. I work to create a welcoming, safe environment to help clarify objectives for change and build strengths and resources to implement lasting solutions.
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Madison Hester
Associate Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
I work best with individuals experiencing complications associated with adoption, ADHD, and/or ASD diagnosis. These present as anxiety, trouble establishing a sense of identity, depression, lack/trouble maintaining motivation, difficulty sustaining/developing interpersonal relationships, familial conflict, poor academic performance, and underdeveloped communication skills. I help my clients understand how their brains are affected and how it can translate to their behaviors and perceptions of the world. I provide a space in session for clients to practice new skills so they feel better prepared for application.
I work best with individuals experiencing complications associated with adoption, ADHD, and/or ASD diagnosis. These present as anxiety, trouble establishing a sense of identity, depression, lack/trouble maintaining motivation, difficulty sustaining/developing interpersonal relationships, familial conflict, poor academic performance, and underdeveloped communication skills. I help my clients understand how their brains are affected and how it can translate to their behaviors and perceptions of the world. I provide a space in session for clients to practice new skills so they feel better prepared for application.
![Photo of Joy Kelleher, LCSW, CCTP-ll, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5b612961-23b5-4c73-ba52-51eb20159109/2/320x400.jpeg)
Joy Kelleher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP-ll
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, GA 30501
With over 25 years of experience, I have an eclectic background including extensive international work with people and communities who have experienced trauma. I am certified in EMDR, and I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level ll. Facilitating healing while equipping people to navigate life in a value driven manner are foundations of my practice. I am passionate about advocacy and creating spaces that empower and inspire. My work also includes local and global consulting and training with organizations, communities, tribal groups, and government agencies, to make a difference in the lives of children and young people.
With over 25 years of experience, I have an eclectic background including extensive international work with people and communities who have experienced trauma. I am certified in EMDR, and I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level ll. Facilitating healing while equipping people to navigate life in a value driven manner are foundations of my practice. I am passionate about advocacy and creating spaces that empower and inspire. My work also includes local and global consulting and training with organizations, communities, tribal groups, and government agencies, to make a difference in the lives of children and young people.
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Gina Parris LMFT, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, MSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gainesville, GA 30506 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I strive to create a safe space in which every person feels respected and comfortable sharing their struggles. Many persons who come to me for treatment are having trouble with relationships, mood or anxiety problems, career issues or work stress, or parenting and blended family difficulties. I listen and give feedback to help you tap into your inner strengths and resources in approaching problems. I assist you in setting goals for therapy and work to provide research based tools and techniques to best meet those goals.I enjoy working with adults, teenagers, couples, and families of all configurations.
Hello and welcome! I strive to create a safe space in which every person feels respected and comfortable sharing their struggles. Many persons who come to me for treatment are having trouble with relationships, mood or anxiety problems, career issues or work stress, or parenting and blended family difficulties. I listen and give feedback to help you tap into your inner strengths and resources in approaching problems. I assist you in setting goals for therapy and work to provide research based tools and techniques to best meet those goals.I enjoy working with adults, teenagers, couples, and families of all configurations.
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Danny Boylan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
Gainesville, GA 30501 (Online Only)
With all my clients, I start by trying to create a completely safe, private, confidential, accepting, non-judgmental, valuing, understanding, and empowering relationship. I believe that these components alone can often be enough to bring the changes you seek to make in your life. Whatever you are struggling with, I strive to meet you where you are, understand your experience, and help you achieve your goals for change. My clients are frequently experiencing depression, anxiety, or relationship difficulties, and it is my goal to work with them to uncover and heal the underlying driving factors of those symptoms.
With all my clients, I start by trying to create a completely safe, private, confidential, accepting, non-judgmental, valuing, understanding, and empowering relationship. I believe that these components alone can often be enough to bring the changes you seek to make in your life. Whatever you are struggling with, I strive to meet you where you are, understand your experience, and help you achieve your goals for change. My clients are frequently experiencing depression, anxiety, or relationship difficulties, and it is my goal to work with them to uncover and heal the underlying driving factors of those symptoms.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.