Drug Abuse Therapists in Lawrenceville, GA

Dr. Lawanda Harmon has been actively working in the field of mental health since 2010. With a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling obtained from Walden University, she began working at Community Friendship Inc. as an individual and group therapist. Lawanda continued to pursue her education at the doctoral level, obtaining a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Walden University. During her practicum and internship field experiences, she gained extensive training in Cognitive and Behavioral techniques as well as in Emotional, Personality, and Trauma focused interventions at Atlanta Center for Family Wellness in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dr. Navarrete-Aguilar and his team at the Counseling Institute of Atlanta are bilingual therapists (Spanish and Portuguese) who specialize in immigration-related issues. We have helped many clients and their families with their immigration cases. We can complete a clinical evaluation for Waivers, U-Visa, VAWA, Cancellation of Removal, T Visa, and Political Asylum cases.

Life experiences can sometimes leave us feeling as though we are presented with something too challenging or difficult to face. We can feel lost, overwhelmed, and unsure. So we can turn to coping mechanisms that might help us in the moment but aren't realistic long-term. Everyone needs help from time to time. I believe in empowering my clients to gain the tools and self-awareness they need in order to achieve more peace and serenity in their lives.

Dr. Zito is based in the Atlanta, Georgia, area, and she is passionate about helping others navigate through difficult situations and achieve their full potential. She is licensed in Georgia and Alabama and authorized to practice via telehealth or temporarily in-person in 40 other states. She offers forensic and clinical psychological assessment services. She completes forensic evaluations for adults involved in federal and state legal systems and provides expert witness testimony and consultation.

I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker with three years of experience providing individual and group therapy to a wide variety of people through various settings. I earned my Bachelors in American Indian Studies at UCLA and my Masters in Clinical Social Work through a Trauma Responsive program of study at the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice. I am also an enrolled member of the Los Coyotes Band of Cahuilla and Cupeño Indians.

Sometimes we all could appreciate someone to help them normalize the things we struggle with daily. If you are struggling with navigating through day to day life stressors, goal planning, and overcoming barriers, I would like to work with you. Let’s come together to set goals and build up coping mechanisms and strategies to help get through life.

Dr. Samaan brings over 30 years of experience into each counseling session. He has deep expertise and specializations that came from a history of credentialed education; Church Pastoral staff, Psychiatric hospital training and employment, Psychiatric Aid, Certified Addictions Professional (CAP) Instructor, Police Chaplaincy, and specialized certifications in Family Therapy, Marriage Therapy, Adolescent Therapy, Crisis & Abuse Therapy, Sexual & Sex Abuse Therapy, and Substance Abuse & Addiction Therapy.

In Life we experience so many challenges that it often begins to impact our mental and emotional wellbeing. Sometimes, that impact is hard to recover from and additional help is needed. Total Life Wellness is a private practice located in Gwinnett County. We provide individual, family and group therapy. We work with individuals who have a variety of mental wellness issues such as depression, anxiety, mood and other disorders. We also have a co-occurring wellness program that helps individuals who may be struggling with both mental wellness and substance use. We offer groups for our co-occurring wellness program.

Sarah believes that each client is the author of his or her own life experiences, and has the capability of maneuvering and pushing forward through circumstances in life. She recognizes it can be difficult and scary learning and implementing the tools needed to accomplish fears and worries. "It's like exercising a new muscle. It may hurt and get sore by working-out, but the muscle grows stronger the more effort you put into working on it." She has extensively researched the concept of empathy to help clients work through their trauma to develop secure attachment styles as well as understanding perspectives and co-dependency actions.

I am a counselor who specializes in helping clients achieve their goals. I offer a judgment-free, unconventional approach to counseling as I believe therapy should be tailored to the person asking for help. I firmly believe everyone does things in their own unique way and time so honing in on self-identified strengths assists me with helping clients improve upon what they may consider their "challenges". I also assist my clients with getting in tune with those hidden strengths they may be unaware of. The hardest part of therapy is getting started. Book a session and take a chance. It is the only way to be the change you wish to see.

Living life on life's terms is rough. Often we hit a bump in the road for various reasons: broken relationships, declining health, depression, unresolved grief, drugs, or we are dissatisfied with our lives, and we feel that we deserve better. We don't want to be judged, but enough is enough, and we need to talk about it before we act out about it. If this is you or someone you know, then the staff at the Evolve Center can help. We have a diverse staff of counselors, social workers, coaches, and medical practitioners ready to help. Call us today for a free and confidential consultation.

Rainer Maria Rilke's quote "The only journey is the one within" expresses my hope for my clients in their path to wellness. I have experience in working with individuals and couples seeking help with adjustment/phase of life issues, depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, relationship concerns, and low self esteem. I am passionate about being an ally of the LGBTQA+ community, and identify as an affirming and sex-positive therapist. I enjoy supporting those who are experiencing major life changes, such as going to college, grieving a loss, becoming a new parent, transitioning to their true self, or embracing retirement.

I am fluent in both English and Spanish. I'm passionate about helping the Latin community. I lived in the Dominican Republic as a teenager so I have the ability to understand what it's like to live in underdeveloped countries from a cultural standpoint. I have experience treating ADHD, oppositional defiance, autism and emotional distress in children, adolescents and teens. I'm also experienced in facilitating groups in parenting, substance abuse, and anger management groups for all ages. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, suicide ideations, PTSD and relationship issues for ages 5 - 99 with a spiritual & holistic approach.

Dr. Ford has years of experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, mental health concerns related to physical illness (e.g. diabetes, cancer), weight management, trauma, and insomnia. He also enjoys working with couples and families.

Are you struggling with keeping it all together? Are you tired of repeating the same mistakes, hoping for different results? Do you want to feel calmer with much better control and ability to cope with life? Do you want a kinder, more compassionate view of yourself? Do you wish to feel capable of navigating life’s challenges trusting that you can handle yourself in healthy, satisfying ways?

A highly skilled, compassionate, empathetic, and solution oriented medical professional dedicated to providing exceptional care in implementing effective treatment plans for children, adolescents, and adult experiencing or exposed to drugs or alcohol abuse; as well as addressing other co-occurring disorders.