Therapists in Lamar County, GA
I strongly believe in the innate beauty and vast potential of each and every person. As a therapist, my goal is to help my clients see the greatness of who they are as they are now and the true potential of who they can become. I am extremely passionate about my work and have had the great privilege of being witness to the amazing life changes a person can make once they are validated and are able to understand what they are really capable of accomplishing.
I strongly believe in the innate beauty and vast potential of each and every person. As a therapist, my goal is to help my clients see the greatness of who they are as they are now and the true potential of who they can become. I am extremely passionate about my work and have had the great privilege of being witness to the amazing life changes a person can make once they are validated and are able to understand what they are really capable of accomplishing.
Online Therapists
I work with people experiencing anxiety, OCD, emotional overwhelm, identity issues, relational trauma, and/or life transitions. My clients often experience cathartic "lightbulb" moments when we connect the dots between their life experiences, mental health symptoms, the brain, and the body. Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming and even scary, but you're not alone. Together we'll harness your unique strengths to help you navigate problems, gain confidence, and reduce stress. Some of the approaches I use include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic work, DBT, EMDR, exposure therapy, art, and music.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, OCD, emotional overwhelm, identity issues, relational trauma, and/or life transitions. My clients often experience cathartic "lightbulb" moments when we connect the dots between their life experiences, mental health symptoms, the brain, and the body. Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming and even scary, but you're not alone. Together we'll harness your unique strengths to help you navigate problems, gain confidence, and reduce stress. Some of the approaches I use include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic work, DBT, EMDR, exposure therapy, art, and music.
abuse, complex trauma, identity-based trauma), immigrant stress, OCD, disordered eating, and adjustment difficulties (life transitions, fertility/pre/postnatal, grief).
Reaching out to a therapist is hard. So first, take a moment to commend yourself for prioritizing your wellbeing - it is difficult, even for me as a therapist! I believe that we all have a desire for genuine relational connection. However, our past experiences (eg. oppression, trauma, relational disconnections) inform our strategies of survival (eg. perfectionism, addiction, avoidance), which paradoxically leave us feeling dysregulated, isolated, or stuck in painful relationships. I see therapy as a space where you and I can co-create an open & authentic relationship, which will help us explore and heal your current life stressors.
abuse, complex trauma, identity-based trauma), immigrant stress, OCD, disordered eating, and adjustment difficulties (life transitions, fertility/pre/postnatal, grief).
Reaching out to a therapist is hard. So first, take a moment to commend yourself for prioritizing your wellbeing - it is difficult, even for me as a therapist! I believe that we all have a desire for genuine relational connection. However, our past experiences (eg. oppression, trauma, relational disconnections) inform our strategies of survival (eg. perfectionism, addiction, avoidance), which paradoxically leave us feeling dysregulated, isolated, or stuck in painful relationships. I see therapy as a space where you and I can co-create an open & authentic relationship, which will help us explore and heal your current life stressors.
Leslie E Dinkins-Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30022
I also have training and experience working with people that have issues with anxiety, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, OCD, depression, trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), grief, relationship, phobias, codependency, communication, dissociation, adjustment, and identity problems.
Client's best suited to my specialties and approach are those that are honest, open-minded and willing to do the work needed to bring about healing and change. I am comfortable working with clients of any religion, spirituality, ethnicity, nationality, culture, accent, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, ability, disability, education level or lack thereof, political preference, style of speech and any kind of background, as long as they are over the age of 18. I have the most training and experience with victims of any kind of abuse and/or trauma, as well as those with substance abuse issues.
I also have training and experience working with people that have issues with anxiety, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, OCD, depression, trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), grief, relationship, phobias, codependency, communication, dissociation, adjustment, and identity problems.
Client's best suited to my specialties and approach are those that are honest, open-minded and willing to do the work needed to bring about healing and change. I am comfortable working with clients of any religion, spirituality, ethnicity, nationality, culture, accent, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, ability, disability, education level or lack thereof, political preference, style of speech and any kind of background, as long as they are over the age of 18. I have the most training and experience with victims of any kind of abuse and/or trauma, as well as those with substance abuse issues.
For anxiety and OCD, I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and ACT principles.
Hello! I work with young adults, teens and children who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, life transitions, and other struggles. My goal as a counselor is to provide a safe relationship in which you can be heard without judgment, and to challenge you to take practical steps towards healing and emotional health.
For anxiety and OCD, I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and ACT principles.
Hello! I work with young adults, teens and children who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, life transitions, and other struggles. My goal as a counselor is to provide a safe relationship in which you can be heard without judgment, and to challenge you to take practical steps towards healing and emotional health.
Hello! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in Georgia who has experience treating a multitude of clients, ranging from adolescents to adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and PTSD. Additionally, I have extensive exposure working with clients in substance use and domestic violence. I provide individual and family therapy. I offer both virtual and in-person sessions.
Hello! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in Georgia who has experience treating a multitude of clients, ranging from adolescents to adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and PTSD. Additionally, I have extensive exposure working with clients in substance use and domestic violence. I provide individual and family therapy. I offer both virtual and in-person sessions.
Shannon O'Brien Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCH, CPCS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I also employ Exposure and Response Prevention techniques for treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
I believe in the power of therapy to transform, heal and reprogram so that you can lead a full life. Are you having trouble being who you want to be in your relationships? Are you overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts? Are you desperate for relief from past trauma? I am committed to providing a compassionate space for you to be heard in order to explore old hurts, navigate present difficulties, and find relief from emotional pain and anxiety. I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities that access both conscious and subconscious issues.
I also employ Exposure and Response Prevention techniques for treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
I believe in the power of therapy to transform, heal and reprogram so that you can lead a full life. Are you having trouble being who you want to be in your relationships? Are you overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts? Are you desperate for relief from past trauma? I am committed to providing a compassionate space for you to be heard in order to explore old hurts, navigate present difficulties, and find relief from emotional pain and anxiety. I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities that access both conscious and subconscious issues.
I am a specialist offering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness training for anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive or related disorders, perfectionism, insomnia, and post traumatic stress. I also help with depression, substance use, and chronic health conditions as well as difficulties adjusting to life changes, career, or relationships.
I am a specialist offering cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness training for anxiety (generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, etc.), obsessive compulsive or related disorders, perfectionism, insomnia, and post traumatic stress. I also help with depression, substance use, and chronic health conditions as well as difficulties adjusting to life changes, career, or relationships.
Hi, I'm a counselor specializing in the treatment of traumatic stress (PTSD), anxiety, including obsessive-compulsive disorder and social anxiety, and grief and loss. Many of my clients tend to internalize their struggles to avoid burdening others, leading to a perceived loss of control that negatively affects their relationships, work, and physical health. My goal is to help you identify the most effective strategies to address these challenges and to provide relief. Together, we can explore how the mind and body influence your behavior, helping you gain both insight and control in your life.
Hi, I'm a counselor specializing in the treatment of traumatic stress (PTSD), anxiety, including obsessive-compulsive disorder and social anxiety, and grief and loss. Many of my clients tend to internalize their struggles to avoid burdening others, leading to a perceived loss of control that negatively affects their relationships, work, and physical health. My goal is to help you identify the most effective strategies to address these challenges and to provide relief. Together, we can explore how the mind and body influence your behavior, helping you gain both insight and control in your life.
She has a very strong background working with clients with depression, anxiety, OCD, and substance use issues.
Rachel Barry is a licensed clinical social worker practicing therapy in the downtown Marietta area. She is honored to work with individuals who aim to increase their quality of life and emotional well-being. Rachel believes that we, as human beings, hold all the answers we need within ourselves, but that we sometimes need a little help accessing our own truth and path through life - talk therapy with a trained clinician is an excellent tool for this. Talking helps us think and gain clarity into our own lives, so that we can heal from pain and begin to recover.
She has a very strong background working with clients with depression, anxiety, OCD, and substance use issues.
Rachel Barry is a licensed clinical social worker practicing therapy in the downtown Marietta area. She is honored to work with individuals who aim to increase their quality of life and emotional well-being. Rachel believes that we, as human beings, hold all the answers we need within ourselves, but that we sometimes need a little help accessing our own truth and path through life - talk therapy with a trained clinician is an excellent tool for this. Talking helps us think and gain clarity into our own lives, so that we can heal from pain and begin to recover.
My areas of clinical focus are relationship issues, men's issues, and OCD (using ERP), but I work with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, spirituality.
If you are struggling in your current relationship or have been unsuccessful in past attempts to develop healthy relationships, I'm here to help you identify what needs to change and take steps towards your goals. Whether it is difficulty with emotions, unhelpful beliefs, or destructive behavioral patterns, we will get to the root issues and develop a plan. I'm an especially good fit for people who appreciate a warm but direct approach to therapy and are very motivated to change. I will carefully and empathically listen to your concerns, while also challenging you to lean into the difficult areas of your life as you change and grow.
My areas of clinical focus are relationship issues, men's issues, and OCD (using ERP), but I work with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, spirituality.
If you are struggling in your current relationship or have been unsuccessful in past attempts to develop healthy relationships, I'm here to help you identify what needs to change and take steps towards your goals. Whether it is difficulty with emotions, unhelpful beliefs, or destructive behavioral patterns, we will get to the root issues and develop a plan. I'm an especially good fit for people who appreciate a warm but direct approach to therapy and are very motivated to change. I will carefully and empathically listen to your concerns, while also challenging you to lean into the difficult areas of your life as you change and grow.
Joshua D Cushing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I began my career path in Exercise and Sport Science and felt the need to change course to mental health when I first started working with the Autism population in Utah. Later, I received my Masters in Social Work at the University of South Carolina. My specialty areas include guiding clients to recovery from trauma, compulsive pornography and sex addiction recovery, healing betrayal trauma, and treating OCD, PTSD, and depression and anxiety.
I began my career path in Exercise and Sport Science and felt the need to change course to mental health when I first started working with the Autism population in Utah. Later, I received my Masters in Social Work at the University of South Carolina. My specialty areas include guiding clients to recovery from trauma, compulsive pornography and sex addiction recovery, healing betrayal trauma, and treating OCD, PTSD, and depression and anxiety.
My therapeutic skills include helping people who are struggling with panic, OCD symptoms, trauma, and other forms of anxiety.
I specialize in working with people who are experiencing increased anxiety and stress, struggling with panic and responses to trauma, and navigating daily-life with obsessions and compulsions. I know that awareness brings change. One of the greatest tasks then for therapy is to gain insight and understanding as to what leads to feeling sad, anxious, and overwhelmed. So often, our first desire is to get rid of these experiences, but as we demonstrate the courage to understand and accept all parts of ourselves, we gain access to balance, self-guidance, and the peace that is missing in life.
My therapeutic skills include helping people who are struggling with panic, OCD symptoms, trauma, and other forms of anxiety.
I specialize in working with people who are experiencing increased anxiety and stress, struggling with panic and responses to trauma, and navigating daily-life with obsessions and compulsions. I know that awareness brings change. One of the greatest tasks then for therapy is to gain insight and understanding as to what leads to feeling sad, anxious, and overwhelmed. So often, our first desire is to get rid of these experiences, but as we demonstrate the courage to understand and accept all parts of ourselves, we gain access to balance, self-guidance, and the peace that is missing in life.
My primary focus has been on treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, OCD, and substance abuse, typically utilizing either CBT or DBT based interventions, but I have worked with clients with a wide range of needs and am always seeking training in evidence-based practices that can help the people I work with.
At its best, therapy should be a partnership. I am dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment focused on your needs and goals. I believe anyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives and have worked with clients from a large range of life stages, from teenagers looking to find their path to elders seeking meaning and fulfillment in retirement.
My primary focus has been on treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, OCD, and substance abuse, typically utilizing either CBT or DBT based interventions, but I have worked with clients with a wide range of needs and am always seeking training in evidence-based practices that can help the people I work with.
At its best, therapy should be a partnership. I am dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment focused on your needs and goals. I believe anyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives and have worked with clients from a large range of life stages, from teenagers looking to find their path to elders seeking meaning and fulfillment in retirement.
Marylynn M. P. Mohr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Conyers, GA 30013
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with eight years of experience. I work with a wide array of clients; from survivors of trauma to those struggling with anxiety, coping skills, depression, obsessive-compulsive (OCD), stress, trauma and PTSD, adolescents/teens, dual diagnosis, life transitions, self-esteem, and self-harming. I utilize a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). I also offer parenting assistance to parents struggling with their children's behaviors. I believe the whole family benefits from progress in therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with eight years of experience. I work with a wide array of clients; from survivors of trauma to those struggling with anxiety, coping skills, depression, obsessive-compulsive (OCD), stress, trauma and PTSD, adolescents/teens, dual diagnosis, life transitions, self-esteem, and self-harming. I utilize a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). I also offer parenting assistance to parents struggling with their children's behaviors. I believe the whole family benefits from progress in therapy.
Noelle Jozefowicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
My specialties include depression, anxiety, family and relationship issues, codependency, healing from abuse, self-esteem, self-defeating thought patterns, and OCD.
I know how painful and isolating depression can be. Anxious thoughts can cause us to doubt ourselves and the people we want to trust. Navigating relationships, whether they be romantic, friendships, work-related, or family, can involve immense stress and uncertainty. Life experiences may bring us pain, cause us to question our world, and create obstacles that feel overwhelming and overpowering. Having someone to talk to can make a valuable difference. I hope to provide a safe space where you can be your true self, where you will feel supported, and where we will have insightful conversations that bring awareness and meaning.
My specialties include depression, anxiety, family and relationship issues, codependency, healing from abuse, self-esteem, self-defeating thought patterns, and OCD.
I know how painful and isolating depression can be. Anxious thoughts can cause us to doubt ourselves and the people we want to trust. Navigating relationships, whether they be romantic, friendships, work-related, or family, can involve immense stress and uncertainty. Life experiences may bring us pain, cause us to question our world, and create obstacles that feel overwhelming and overpowering. Having someone to talk to can make a valuable difference. I hope to provide a safe space where you can be your true self, where you will feel supported, and where we will have insightful conversations that bring awareness and meaning.
Lexi has worked with clients across the lifespan who are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and OCD, as well as provides tools for those coping with life changes and challenges. As a clinician, Lexi creates a therapeutic space that emphasizes unconditional acceptance and respect. Lexi focuses on supporting each client, and/or family system, in their journey to learn new perspectives.
Lexi has worked with clients across the lifespan who are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and OCD, as well as provides tools for those coping with life changes and challenges. As a clinician, Lexi creates a therapeutic space that emphasizes unconditional acceptance and respect. Lexi focuses on supporting each client, and/or family system, in their journey to learn new perspectives.
Trained in trauma models and other mental health issues involving: anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar I and II disorder, trauma, professional stress management, LGBTQIA+, and couples' issues.
My therapy practice focuses on the balance and confluence of different aspects of identity and external environment. Through integrations of cognitive behavioral models, DBT, and narrative therapies, we work together to achieve this balance. Some of my most deeply held value systems center around social justice and equity, and I bring this into each session with my clients. I also focus on creating a person-centered and holistic therapy space in which clients may pursue their own reflection and introspection.
Trained in trauma models and other mental health issues involving: anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar I and II disorder, trauma, professional stress management, LGBTQIA+, and couples' issues.
My therapy practice focuses on the balance and confluence of different aspects of identity and external environment. Through integrations of cognitive behavioral models, DBT, and narrative therapies, we work together to achieve this balance. Some of my most deeply held value systems center around social justice and equity, and I bring this into each session with my clients. I also focus on creating a person-centered and holistic therapy space in which clients may pursue their own reflection and introspection.
With a focus on anxiety, phobias, OCD, Social Anxiety, I can help you develop skills to face your fears and do the things that matter most to you and connect to the people who matter most.
My ultimate mission is to collaborate with you to help you tap into your existing resources and strengths, build resilience & ultimately a rich, full, and meaningful life. It takes courage to reach out, and I can help you take further steps to be brave, courageous, and bold!
With a focus on anxiety, phobias, OCD, Social Anxiety, I can help you develop skills to face your fears and do the things that matter most to you and connect to the people who matter most.
My ultimate mission is to collaborate with you to help you tap into your existing resources and strengths, build resilience & ultimately a rich, full, and meaningful life. It takes courage to reach out, and I can help you take further steps to be brave, courageous, and bold!
I Am Love Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia working with a wide variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, grief, etc. I do take an active role in the counseling process as I work collectively with the client to navigate the presented concerns and create tangible goals to make life more manageable. I believe we develop psychological stress due to the inability to truly be who we are meant to be because we seek and desire belonging believing that we need to be who someone else wants us to be.
I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia working with a wide variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, grief, etc. I do take an active role in the counseling process as I work collectively with the client to navigate the presented concerns and create tangible goals to make life more manageable. I believe we develop psychological stress due to the inability to truly be who we are meant to be because we seek and desire belonging believing that we need to be who someone else wants us to be.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.