Depression Therapists in Hoschton, GA
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As a clinical social worker, I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, and anger management.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia with over 12 years of experience working as a counselor and life coach. I have helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. Originally from Mississippi, my counseling approach focuses heavily on building a strong rapport, so that trust is established before goals are discussed. Growing up in the South, treating someone with respect is required. In addition, my years working with individuals experiencing homelessness and those who were uninsured enhanced my awareness of seeing each person for who they are vs what they are currently experiencing.
As a clinical social worker, I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, and anger management.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia with over 12 years of experience working as a counselor and life coach. I have helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. Originally from Mississippi, my counseling approach focuses heavily on building a strong rapport, so that trust is established before goals are discussed. Growing up in the South, treating someone with respect is required. In addition, my years working with individuals experiencing homelessness and those who were uninsured enhanced my awareness of seeing each person for who they are vs what they are currently experiencing.
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Marty Plog Lpc Cpcs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hoschton, GA 30548
Waitlist for new clients
In my 40+ years of counseling experience, I have helped thousands of people. I have extensive experience working with the Christian community and also have clients with no religious background. I can work on issues like anger, depression, ADHD, anxiety, addiction,and grief. Having worked 15 years in psychiatric hospital settings has helped by exposing me to people dealing with serious issues. My clients say I am a great listener, am easy to talk to and they enjoy my sense of humor. See my website at www.counselingguy.com. I also now offer video sessions.
In my 40+ years of counseling experience, I have helped thousands of people. I have extensive experience working with the Christian community and also have clients with no religious background. I can work on issues like anger, depression, ADHD, anxiety, addiction,and grief. Having worked 15 years in psychiatric hospital settings has helped by exposing me to people dealing with serious issues. My clients say I am a great listener, am easy to talk to and they enjoy my sense of humor. See my website at www.counselingguy.com. I also now offer video sessions.
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I specialize in working with adults, older adults, caregivers, and those coping with depression, anxiety, isolation, family stress, and severe and chronic illness.
I seek to create a safe and supportive environment in which clients can navigate life's transitions and challenges using mindfulness, self-compassion, and values-driven action. I teach mindfulness skills and self-compassion to help clients learn new ways to respond to difficult thoughts and life's challenges and help clients pivot their actions to focus on what matters to the client as an individual. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,
I specialize in working with adults, older adults, caregivers, and those coping with depression, anxiety, isolation, family stress, and severe and chronic illness.
I seek to create a safe and supportive environment in which clients can navigate life's transitions and challenges using mindfulness, self-compassion, and values-driven action. I teach mindfulness skills and self-compassion to help clients learn new ways to respond to difficult thoughts and life's challenges and help clients pivot their actions to focus on what matters to the client as an individual. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,
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Elizabeth Nelson-Cahill
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Hoschton, GA 30548 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Atlanta, Georgia. I grew up on the West Coast, specifically in Oregon and California. I have been providing therapeutic services for 12 years. My area of expertise is sexual assault and related issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, trust, relationships, and boundaries. I meet clients where they are in life to help guide and support them in accomplishing their therapeutic goals. I draw from Narrative, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavior Therapies to meet my client's needs.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Atlanta, Georgia. I grew up on the West Coast, specifically in Oregon and California. I have been providing therapeutic services for 12 years. My area of expertise is sexual assault and related issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, trust, relationships, and boundaries. I meet clients where they are in life to help guide and support them in accomplishing their therapeutic goals. I draw from Narrative, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavior Therapies to meet my client's needs.
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Hadiya Barlatier-Johnson
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hoschton, GA 30548 (Online Only)
Need someone to explore your thoughts or navigate life woes? We can work on a stigma-free plan to discuss mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, or everyday experiences.
Need someone to explore your thoughts or navigate life woes? We can work on a stigma-free plan to discuss mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, or everyday experiences.
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Juliana Sutnik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hoschton, GA 30548 (Online Only)
Welcome to my page! I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia and psychologist in Brazil. Helping others brings me true joy and I am excited about the potential to support you in your journey. I have over 30 years of experience in helping clients with depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy related issues, family issues, self-esteem, trauma, and other mental health problems. I can help you identify the sources of your distress and will collaborate with you to find your best path. We will build resilience, develop adaptive coping skills, and begin healing to overcome the barriers to your well-being.
Welcome to my page! I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia and psychologist in Brazil. Helping others brings me true joy and I am excited about the potential to support you in your journey. I have over 30 years of experience in helping clients with depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy related issues, family issues, self-esteem, trauma, and other mental health problems. I can help you identify the sources of your distress and will collaborate with you to find your best path. We will build resilience, develop adaptive coping skills, and begin healing to overcome the barriers to your well-being.
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I work with adolescents, adults, new mothers and couples who are dealing with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, communication issues, life transitions, emotional regulation, marital problems, and more.
Hi! My name is Sara Brisbois and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I counsel using an integrative and interpersonal approach. I believe everyone has things that come up throughout life that they need help working through. I also believe that a therapeutic relationship alone can be incredibly healing and helpful. By creating that therapeutic relationship, I am then able to personalize therapy to best suit each client and meet them where they are through a variety of approaches.
I work with adolescents, adults, new mothers and couples who are dealing with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, communication issues, life transitions, emotional regulation, marital problems, and more.
Hi! My name is Sara Brisbois and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I counsel using an integrative and interpersonal approach. I believe everyone has things that come up throughout life that they need help working through. I also believe that a therapeutic relationship alone can be incredibly healing and helpful. By creating that therapeutic relationship, I am then able to personalize therapy to best suit each client and meet them where they are through a variety of approaches.
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My goal as a counselor is to assist and help a person navigate the difficult times that come up in daily life. I enjoy working with adults, and couples and I have experience working with a wide range of issues including relationship issues, substance abuse, depression and anxiety. I feel that therapy is a team effort between the client and the therapist and with help and understanding any person can be successful in therapy.
My goal as a counselor is to assist and help a person navigate the difficult times that come up in daily life. I enjoy working with adults, and couples and I have experience working with a wide range of issues including relationship issues, substance abuse, depression and anxiety. I feel that therapy is a team effort between the client and the therapist and with help and understanding any person can be successful in therapy.
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Gary Bauman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hoschton, GA 30548
Greetings! as a professional counselor for over 35 years, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families struggling with relationship, addiction, and emotional struggles. I am a frequent workshop presenter on individual and couples therapy and have provided counselor training and clinical supervision for over 230 licensed professional counselors in Georgia. I enjoy working with those struggling with a variety of common challenges in life, including relational difficulties, overcoming depression, grief, and addiction issues. I work mostly with adults and couples, but I also see teenagers or entire families.
Greetings! as a professional counselor for over 35 years, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families struggling with relationship, addiction, and emotional struggles. I am a frequent workshop presenter on individual and couples therapy and have provided counselor training and clinical supervision for over 230 licensed professional counselors in Georgia. I enjoy working with those struggling with a variety of common challenges in life, including relational difficulties, overcoming depression, grief, and addiction issues. I work mostly with adults and couples, but I also see teenagers or entire families.
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Creative Family Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Hoschton, GA 30548
Our therapists specialize in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, behavioral problems, school issues, grief/loss, ADHD, trauma, self-harm and suicidal ideation, parenting concerns, working with diverse populations, and Christian counseling.
Creative Family Counseling and Coaching offers exceptional play therapy, counseling, and parent coaching services for children (as young as 2), adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We’re passionate, culturally and spiritually sensitive therapists and life coaches who strive for excellence and integrity. Our approaches are eclectic: play therapy, sand tray, and expressive arts, as well as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused couples therapy, and parent coaching.
Our therapists specialize in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, behavioral problems, school issues, grief/loss, ADHD, trauma, self-harm and suicidal ideation, parenting concerns, working with diverse populations, and Christian counseling.
Creative Family Counseling and Coaching offers exceptional play therapy, counseling, and parent coaching services for children (as young as 2), adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We’re passionate, culturally and spiritually sensitive therapists and life coaches who strive for excellence and integrity. Our approaches are eclectic: play therapy, sand tray, and expressive arts, as well as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused couples therapy, and parent coaching.
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I specialize in working with children and adolescents particularly those struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and ADHD.
I'm Takita Pruitt, a dedicated and compassionate therapist interested in helping individuals navigate life's challenges. My approach is holistic and client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship and strive to connect with each of my clients on a personal level. Together, we can work towards your goals, whether you're looking to heal from past wounds, manage current stressors, or plan for a brighter future.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents particularly those struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and ADHD.
I'm Takita Pruitt, a dedicated and compassionate therapist interested in helping individuals navigate life's challenges. My approach is holistic and client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship and strive to connect with each of my clients on a personal level. Together, we can work towards your goals, whether you're looking to heal from past wounds, manage current stressors, or plan for a brighter future.
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John Michael Helms Pastoral Counseling, LLC
Pastoral Counselor, DMin, BCC
Verified Verified
Hoschton, GA 30548
Many people take better care of their vehicles than we do themselves. If your vehicle starts showing signs of breaking down, you will find some help. But how many of us will ignore the warning signs of depression, anxiety, family conflict, addiction, or suicidal thoughts? If we could write our own scripts, none of us would deal with debt, death, infertility, miscarriages, grief, job loss, chronic pain, toxic stress, infidelity, PTSD, obsessive thoughts, or issues related to social media. But you can write a script for recovery! Just call me. I’ll journey with you. I’ll help you find your way back to a more whole, healthy, you.
Many people take better care of their vehicles than we do themselves. If your vehicle starts showing signs of breaking down, you will find some help. But how many of us will ignore the warning signs of depression, anxiety, family conflict, addiction, or suicidal thoughts? If we could write our own scripts, none of us would deal with debt, death, infertility, miscarriages, grief, job loss, chronic pain, toxic stress, infidelity, PTSD, obsessive thoughts, or issues related to social media. But you can write a script for recovery! Just call me. I’ll journey with you. I’ll help you find your way back to a more whole, healthy, you.
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Being a human is tough. You may be struggling with feeling empty, disconnected, hopeless, or stuck. Maybe you've noticed that the person you are now appears drastically different from the person you used to be or is just not who you want to be going forward. You want life to be more engaging, fulfilling, and enjoyable. Your thoughts and feelings are valid, as is your desire to want more for yourself. I am humbled to walk with you on your journey to your desired life.
Being a human is tough. You may be struggling with feeling empty, disconnected, hopeless, or stuck. Maybe you've noticed that the person you are now appears drastically different from the person you used to be or is just not who you want to be going forward. You want life to be more engaging, fulfilling, and enjoyable. Your thoughts and feelings are valid, as is your desire to want more for yourself. I am humbled to walk with you on your journey to your desired life.
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Amaris Galloway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hoschton, GA 30548 (Online Only)
You cannot heal what you hide. My goal for you as my client is to facilitate you to live your best life by discovering your truth and finding your voice. You will be an active part of your personal growth by collaborating with me to establish goals and identify the barriers that have prevented you from achieving your goals. I will facilitate your self-awareness as the first step towards healthy change, and then work with you to assess how your current behavior is aligning with achieving your goals.
You cannot heal what you hide. My goal for you as my client is to facilitate you to live your best life by discovering your truth and finding your voice. You will be an active part of your personal growth by collaborating with me to establish goals and identify the barriers that have prevented you from achieving your goals. I will facilitate your self-awareness as the first step towards healthy change, and then work with you to assess how your current behavior is aligning with achieving your goals.
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I am Dana E. Tatum LPC and my approach is to work with you to find the absolute best avenue toward your personal health and happiness. With this in mind, the most effective modality for positive change and growth will be an approach that is informed by our honest direct dialogue. I focus on how our decisions/cognition affect our behavior and vice versa. These realizations along with an emphasis and awareness on the moment we actually live within shapes and informs our work together.
I am Dana E. Tatum LPC and my approach is to work with you to find the absolute best avenue toward your personal health and happiness. With this in mind, the most effective modality for positive change and growth will be an approach that is informed by our honest direct dialogue. I focus on how our decisions/cognition affect our behavior and vice versa. These realizations along with an emphasis and awareness on the moment we actually live within shapes and informs our work together.
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My name is Tyundreya Lindsey and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Georgia. I have been in the mental health field for 8 years and I've worked with a diverse population, including mental health and substance abuse. My approach is centered around narrative (everyone wants to be heard) and solution-focused (moving past the issue) therapy. My passion is working with individuals and/or couples surrounding relationships; whether it be romantic, work, church, friends, etc.
My name is Tyundreya Lindsey and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Georgia. I have been in the mental health field for 8 years and I've worked with a diverse population, including mental health and substance abuse. My approach is centered around narrative (everyone wants to be heard) and solution-focused (moving past the issue) therapy. My passion is working with individuals and/or couples surrounding relationships; whether it be romantic, work, church, friends, etc.
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My name is Cheryl and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am originally from California and have lived in Georgia since 2006. I have experience treating a wide range of issues with a diverse population of clients. My therapeutic focus is on creating a collaborative relationship with my client in which we establish goals and focus on learning techniques that can be applied to current concerns and any future problems that might arise. I look forward to working with you.
My name is Cheryl and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am originally from California and have lived in Georgia since 2006. I have experience treating a wide range of issues with a diverse population of clients. My therapeutic focus is on creating a collaborative relationship with my client in which we establish goals and focus on learning techniques that can be applied to current concerns and any future problems that might arise. I look forward to working with you.
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Jonita is LGBTQIA+ affirming, utilizes emotional intelligence when working with clients and specializes in wholistic multidisciplinary approaches to achieve mental health and overall wellness. Jonita's favorite therapy modalities are experiential therapy, mindfulness based practices. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Services from Saint Leo University and earned her Masters of Social Work with a focus on mental health and wellness from Clark Atlanta University. Jonita is also a human services board certified practioner, who wholeheartedly believes that mental health practice is what she is purposed and meant to do.
Jonita is LGBTQIA+ affirming, utilizes emotional intelligence when working with clients and specializes in wholistic multidisciplinary approaches to achieve mental health and overall wellness. Jonita's favorite therapy modalities are experiential therapy, mindfulness based practices. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Services from Saint Leo University and earned her Masters of Social Work with a focus on mental health and wellness from Clark Atlanta University. Jonita is also a human services board certified practioner, who wholeheartedly believes that mental health practice is what she is purposed and meant to do.
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My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, life adjustments, and family challenges.
Hi, my name is Kayla Lustosa! I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who loves working with children, adolescents, and adults. I received my bachelor’s degree in marketing from The University of North Georgia in 2017. I have always had a passion for helping others and decided to continue my education to pursue a career in counseling. I graduated from The University of Central Florida in 2022 with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, life adjustments, and family challenges.
Hi, my name is Kayla Lustosa! I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who loves working with children, adolescents, and adults. I received my bachelor’s degree in marketing from The University of North Georgia in 2017. I have always had a passion for helping others and decided to continue my education to pursue a career in counseling. I graduated from The University of Central Florida in 2022 with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
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I work with women, teens, and children who have experiences of trauma, mood disorders such as depression and/or anxiety, facing life transitions, dealing with the effects of chronic health conditions, and navigating the impact of these struggles on their faith. I have a down-to-earth and authentic approach integrating various therapeutic methods based on my clients' needs. I offer faith integrated Christian counseling from a Biblically based perspective and work with people at various places in their faith journey.
I work with women, teens, and children who have experiences of trauma, mood disorders such as depression and/or anxiety, facing life transitions, dealing with the effects of chronic health conditions, and navigating the impact of these struggles on their faith. I have a down-to-earth and authentic approach integrating various therapeutic methods based on my clients' needs. I offer faith integrated Christian counseling from a Biblically based perspective and work with people at various places in their faith journey.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.