Female Therapists in Lanier County, GA
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The foundations of respect, non-judgment, and strength are powerful values that are needed in a therapeutic relationship. Through unconditional self-acceptance, impact, and change, you are the driving force in your life. As a collaborative counseling professional, my belief is that anyone seeking counseling should be treated with respect, dignity, and genuine care while highlighting strengths. My goal is for you to gain skills and make empowered choices that improve your well-being, relationships, and ability to overcome challenges.
The foundations of respect, non-judgment, and strength are powerful values that are needed in a therapeutic relationship. Through unconditional self-acceptance, impact, and change, you are the driving force in your life. As a collaborative counseling professional, my belief is that anyone seeking counseling should be treated with respect, dignity, and genuine care while highlighting strengths. My goal is for you to gain skills and make empowered choices that improve your well-being, relationships, and ability to overcome challenges.
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My name is Rhonda Miller. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Georgia and Alabama. I work with people who have experienced trauma. However, the counseling approaches that I use are helpful with many people who are recovering from a divorce or who keep entering/ending relationships that don't work. During the Initial Intake and Interview, I ask clients these questions - What do you want to work on? How will you know that you have met your goals? What will be different about you when you meet your goals?
My name is Rhonda Miller. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Georgia and Alabama. I work with people who have experienced trauma. However, the counseling approaches that I use are helpful with many people who are recovering from a divorce or who keep entering/ending relationships that don't work. During the Initial Intake and Interview, I ask clients these questions - What do you want to work on? How will you know that you have met your goals? What will be different about you when you meet your goals?
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I am a licensed mental health therapist in Georgia with 8 years of experience working as a psycho counselor and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns. To mention a few, they were substance abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD, plus much more. My therapy style is client-centered and easy to talk to, but I'm here to help you, so I will give my feedback from the hip. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
I am a licensed mental health therapist in Georgia with 8 years of experience working as a psycho counselor and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns. To mention a few, they were substance abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD, plus much more. My therapy style is client-centered and easy to talk to, but I'm here to help you, so I will give my feedback from the hip. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
Online Therapists
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Family Matters of Coastal Georgia Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Saint Marys, GA 31558
At Family Matters of Coastal Georgia, we understand the importance of mental health and the challenges that many individuals face in their day-to-day lives. We are here to provide you with a safe and supportive space to embark on your journey towards better mental well-being. Our team of highly trained and compassionate therapists is dedicated to helping you navigate through life's obstacles, offering guidance, support, and evidence-based therapies tailored to your unique needs.
At Family Matters of Coastal Georgia, we understand the importance of mental health and the challenges that many individuals face in their day-to-day lives. We are here to provide you with a safe and supportive space to embark on your journey towards better mental well-being. Our team of highly trained and compassionate therapists is dedicated to helping you navigate through life's obstacles, offering guidance, support, and evidence-based therapies tailored to your unique needs.
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Kristen Keene
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brunswick, GA 31520
Are you overwhelmed with life or experiencing chaos? Sometimes finding the strength to get up and start the day may be too much. I am here to provide a place for you that’s safe, warm, and free of judgment. As your therapist, I will come alongside you and partner with you to help bring you hope and healing so that you can begin to enjoy life. I am committed to assisting you with gaining restoration and wholeness. Through working collaboratively together, healing happens!
Are you overwhelmed with life or experiencing chaos? Sometimes finding the strength to get up and start the day may be too much. I am here to provide a place for you that’s safe, warm, and free of judgment. As your therapist, I will come alongside you and partner with you to help bring you hope and healing so that you can begin to enjoy life. I am committed to assisting you with gaining restoration and wholeness. Through working collaboratively together, healing happens!
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Nicole Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
Leesburg, GA 31763 (Online Only)
Are you ready to cultivate healing and become your best, authentic self? If you answered yes, making the decision to pursue therapy is important and can assist you to maximize your greatest potential and improve overall mental wellness! Life can be filled with swift transitions; therefore, it is my commitment to provide a welcoming environment for my clients to navigate through challenges they may face, impacting their mental health. As a therapist, I am compassionate and committed to helping others by providing support, guidance, expertise, to cultivate personal growth and mental wellness.
Are you ready to cultivate healing and become your best, authentic self? If you answered yes, making the decision to pursue therapy is important and can assist you to maximize your greatest potential and improve overall mental wellness! Life can be filled with swift transitions; therefore, it is my commitment to provide a welcoming environment for my clients to navigate through challenges they may face, impacting their mental health. As a therapist, I am compassionate and committed to helping others by providing support, guidance, expertise, to cultivate personal growth and mental wellness.
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My name is Kristi Meade. I’m 37 year old straight married female with two wonderful son. I have been fully licensed as LPC for over 3 years now but have been working in the mental health/substance abuse field for over 6 years now. I recently become National Board Certified Counselor in 1/2024. I currently work full time as an inpatient assessor/therapist at a behavioral health crisis center for over 6 years now.
My name is Kristi Meade. I’m 37 year old straight married female with two wonderful son. I have been fully licensed as LPC for over 3 years now but have been working in the mental health/substance abuse field for over 6 years now. I recently become National Board Certified Counselor in 1/2024. I currently work full time as an inpatient assessor/therapist at a behavioral health crisis center for over 6 years now.
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Hi, my name is Emeka. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with eighteen years of clinical experience. I am particularly interested in supporting Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors who have Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Trauma and PTSD, and Suicidal Ideation. I use a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Clinical Supervision and Licensed, Existential, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies during sessions with my clients. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals, we are a team and work together throughout this process!
Hi, my name is Emeka. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with eighteen years of clinical experience. I am particularly interested in supporting Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors who have Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Trauma and PTSD, and Suicidal Ideation. I use a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Clinical Supervision and Licensed, Existential, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies during sessions with my clients. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals, we are a team and work together throughout this process!
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Crystal Wright- Counselor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nahunta, GA 31553
I believe in creating a safe and welcoming space for clients to process and grow. Your therapy will be based on a professional relationship characterized by trust and respect while we work together on your personally tailored treatment goals. I vow to meet you where you are and move along at your pace. Therapy can help you gain awareness of your emotions, thoughts, and needs while you develop coping strategies to address triggers which will empower you to take action-oriented steps to improve your life. I acknowledge the courage, investment, and motivation it takes to seek support to work towards a more fulfilling and happier life.
I believe in creating a safe and welcoming space for clients to process and grow. Your therapy will be based on a professional relationship characterized by trust and respect while we work together on your personally tailored treatment goals. I vow to meet you where you are and move along at your pace. Therapy can help you gain awareness of your emotions, thoughts, and needs while you develop coping strategies to address triggers which will empower you to take action-oriented steps to improve your life. I acknowledge the courage, investment, and motivation it takes to seek support to work towards a more fulfilling and happier life.
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LaSonna R Rivers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Brunswick, GA 31525 (Online Only)
Hi and Welcome. Making the decision to seek help can be overwhelming and intimidating. Congratulations on taking the first step toward your best overall health! This decision will be one of the best decisions you will make for ongoing holistic health. The stigma surrounding Mental illness is still strong despite our efforts. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, Low self-esteem, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Relationship Issues, Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
Hi and Welcome. Making the decision to seek help can be overwhelming and intimidating. Congratulations on taking the first step toward your best overall health! This decision will be one of the best decisions you will make for ongoing holistic health. The stigma surrounding Mental illness is still strong despite our efforts. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, Low self-esteem, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Relationship Issues, Alcohol and Substance Abuse.
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Hi! I am Dr. Malissa Collins, a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds, families, and couples. My Ph.D. is in Marriage and Family Therapy. My approach is warm and compassionate. My focus is to meet clients where they are and teach them ways to successfully navigate through life to meet goals. My clients appreciate my warmth, nonjudgmental style. It helps to make them feel relaxed and confident.
Hi! I am Dr. Malissa Collins, a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds, families, and couples. My Ph.D. is in Marriage and Family Therapy. My approach is warm and compassionate. My focus is to meet clients where they are and teach them ways to successfully navigate through life to meet goals. My clients appreciate my warmth, nonjudgmental style. It helps to make them feel relaxed and confident.
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Rendi M Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baxley, GA 31513 (Online Only)
"How can I move forward after loss?" "How can I make positive changes in my life?" "How can I improve my relationship?" Need help to achieve your goals in life? Need premarital or martial counseling? These are the types of question which led me here. I specialize in mindset, accountability, grief and relationships. I want to help you realize your potential and create success. I believe that we are creatures of habit and desire to change. Be it that we desire to change bad habits, needing to be held accountable, grieving or lacking communication skills, we all can change and evolve.
"How can I move forward after loss?" "How can I make positive changes in my life?" "How can I improve my relationship?" Need help to achieve your goals in life? Need premarital or martial counseling? These are the types of question which led me here. I specialize in mindset, accountability, grief and relationships. I want to help you realize your potential and create success. I believe that we are creatures of habit and desire to change. Be it that we desire to change bad habits, needing to be held accountable, grieving or lacking communication skills, we all can change and evolve.
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My name is Emily, and I'm a Licensed clinical social worker with over ten years of experience working with families and individuals. I focus on issues such as anxiety, grief, life transitions, depression, and aging. I utilize a variety of modalities based on the best fit for the individual, including CBT, DBT, Strength Based, Positive Psychology, Family Systems, and Grief work. I believe my role is to provide a safe space for you to openly process your truth, and provide my guidance and structure as needed.
My name is Emily, and I'm a Licensed clinical social worker with over ten years of experience working with families and individuals. I focus on issues such as anxiety, grief, life transitions, depression, and aging. I utilize a variety of modalities based on the best fit for the individual, including CBT, DBT, Strength Based, Positive Psychology, Family Systems, and Grief work. I believe my role is to provide a safe space for you to openly process your truth, and provide my guidance and structure as needed.
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I have made my home and established my practice in Georgia. I take an honest and caring approach with all my clients. I communicate without judgement. I listen to my clients and work cooperatively to create their goals for treatment. Throughout the treatment process, I will guide and empower them to self-reflect and be the agent of change in their life. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, I use a variety of methods to best support and assist my clients. As a therapist, I am warm, encouraging, and direct.
I have made my home and established my practice in Georgia. I take an honest and caring approach with all my clients. I communicate without judgement. I listen to my clients and work cooperatively to create their goals for treatment. Throughout the treatment process, I will guide and empower them to self-reflect and be the agent of change in their life. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, I use a variety of methods to best support and assist my clients. As a therapist, I am warm, encouraging, and direct.
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My name is Christina Baffuto, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with clients based in Georgia via Telehealth. I primarily work with individuals ages 25-45 but also have years of experience working with children and adolescents. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and processing life changes, and grief. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused therapy to help my clients feel more in control and help them feel better throughout all the seasons of life.
My name is Christina Baffuto, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with clients based in Georgia via Telehealth. I primarily work with individuals ages 25-45 but also have years of experience working with children and adolescents. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and processing life changes, and grief. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused therapy to help my clients feel more in control and help them feel better throughout all the seasons of life.
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Amanda works with many different populations and is particularly passionate about working with military members and their families using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to navigate life transitions, stress management, anxiety, depression, family, and relationship conflict. She offers individual and couples counseling, as well as spiritually based counseling by request.
Amanda works with many different populations and is particularly passionate about working with military members and their families using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to navigate life transitions, stress management, anxiety, depression, family, and relationship conflict. She offers individual and couples counseling, as well as spiritually based counseling by request.
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Take Flight Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thomasville, GA 31792 (Online Only)
You DESERVE to Re-SET, To Re-FUEL, To Re-CHARGE. And then TAKE FLIGHT! Since entering the field of therapy I have learned to ascribe to the adage “all behavior has meaning.” Yes, ALL behavior. A deep curiosity for why we all act and think the way we do coupled with my own life’s challenges and experiences has led me to a place of compassion for not only my own life choices, but compassion for others. Our thoughts lead to feelings, which leads to action. We are not always proud of our actions. This is a no judgement zone and if you are seeking a different feeling and action in your life then you have landed at the right place!
You DESERVE to Re-SET, To Re-FUEL, To Re-CHARGE. And then TAKE FLIGHT! Since entering the field of therapy I have learned to ascribe to the adage “all behavior has meaning.” Yes, ALL behavior. A deep curiosity for why we all act and think the way we do coupled with my own life’s challenges and experiences has led me to a place of compassion for not only my own life choices, but compassion for others. Our thoughts lead to feelings, which leads to action. We are not always proud of our actions. This is a no judgement zone and if you are seeking a different feeling and action in your life then you have landed at the right place!
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Moultrie, GA 31768 (Online Only)
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
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Karen Michelle Manac
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31601 (Online Only)
I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences without judgment. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, meaning I prioritize your unique needs, goals, and pace throughout our work together.
I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences without judgment. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, meaning I prioritize your unique needs, goals, and pace throughout our work together.
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Brenda K Brunston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPRP
Verified Verified
Hahira, GA 31632 (Online Only)
As a therapist I meet individuals where they are right now and focus on where they want to be in order to live their best lives. I am an eclectic therapist who integrates several modalities including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
As a therapist I meet individuals where they are right now and focus on where they want to be in order to live their best lives. I am an eclectic therapist who integrates several modalities including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.