Therapists in Leesburg, GA
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Metacognitive Strategies
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Leesburg, GA 31763
My ideal client has been to therapy in the past and didn't feel they were helped or never really connected with the person sitting across from them.
My ideal client has been to therapy in the past and didn't feel they were helped or never really connected with the person sitting across from them.
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![Photo of David Miller, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b3cd732b-c855-414f-86a3-ba3c4effb980/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hey! I'm David Miller, a licensed therapist. I've been in the business of helping people since I was 20 and I'm still here! Chances are that I can help you. I've worked with children, adults, families in crisis, and people in hospitals. I've worked in the community, in schools, in homes, and in correctional settings. I've worked with people from almost every walk of life and level of severity. Give me the opportunity to hear your story and I'm almost certain I can help you and yours start down the path towards better. Please make an appointment to see me and we can get started. I'm looking forward to it!
Hey! I'm David Miller, a licensed therapist. I've been in the business of helping people since I was 20 and I'm still here! Chances are that I can help you. I've worked with children, adults, families in crisis, and people in hospitals. I've worked in the community, in schools, in homes, and in correctional settings. I've worked with people from almost every walk of life and level of severity. Give me the opportunity to hear your story and I'm almost certain I can help you and yours start down the path towards better. Please make an appointment to see me and we can get started. I'm looking forward to it!
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Hello! I'm Alec Ramsey, a licensed marriage and family therapist with seven years of clinical experience. I specialize in treating addiction, ADHD, trauma and PTSD, mood disorders, and grief. I use a blend of EMDR, Attachment-based, Dialectical (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) modalities. When working with couples, I use the emotionally focused therapy framework to help partners communicate deeper and more effectively. My goal is to support you in overcoming what may feel unmanageable, unpredictable, and uncontrollable.
Hello! I'm Alec Ramsey, a licensed marriage and family therapist with seven years of clinical experience. I specialize in treating addiction, ADHD, trauma and PTSD, mood disorders, and grief. I use a blend of EMDR, Attachment-based, Dialectical (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) modalities. When working with couples, I use the emotionally focused therapy framework to help partners communicate deeper and more effectively. My goal is to support you in overcoming what may feel unmanageable, unpredictable, and uncontrollable.
Online Therapists
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Scott McCormick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31909 (Online Only)
I am here to help with trauma! Do you struggle with feelings of worthlessness, shame, guilt, emotional control, connection with others, or chronic relationship issues? These may be signs of complex PTSD, and EMDR could help. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy for adults with histories of anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. I also have experience working with dissociative symptoms, anger, and self-esteem issues.
I am here to help with trauma! Do you struggle with feelings of worthlessness, shame, guilt, emotional control, connection with others, or chronic relationship issues? These may be signs of complex PTSD, and EMDR could help. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy for adults with histories of anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. I also have experience working with dissociative symptoms, anger, and self-esteem issues.
![Photo of Michael Reynolds, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/923dc650-669d-4862-a22b-9fb8462cef15/1/320x400.png)
I am a person-centered therapist, which means that my focus is helping clients realize their full potential. I've been a professional counselor for more than eight years, and I've worked with people who had issues like depression, anxiety, family problems, ADHD, anger management, emotional abuse, and trauma. I am a compassionate person. I believe in treating everyone the way I would like to be treated, with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. My counseling approach is eclectic therapy. Eclectic therapy draws on multiple theoretical orientations and techniques to find the best fit for clients’ needs.
I am a person-centered therapist, which means that my focus is helping clients realize their full potential. I've been a professional counselor for more than eight years, and I've worked with people who had issues like depression, anxiety, family problems, ADHD, anger management, emotional abuse, and trauma. I am a compassionate person. I believe in treating everyone the way I would like to be treated, with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. My counseling approach is eclectic therapy. Eclectic therapy draws on multiple theoretical orientations and techniques to find the best fit for clients’ needs.
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Hello, I'm David Manuel Ed.S LPC, NCC. I have facilitated therapy with clients for almost 4 years. My approach to therapy is eclectic. I have extended experience working in mental health, including various clinics, hospitals, and virtual settings. My clients are aged 5 yr- 64 yr. I see clients for Depression, Anxiety, Career Counseling, Anger, Grief, Men Issues, Women's Issues, and Stress. Working with clients ages 5 yrs to 64 yrs allows me to work with clients with various conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress, career questioning, grief, loss, school issues, peer-related adjustment, men's issues, and women's issues.
Hello, I'm David Manuel Ed.S LPC, NCC. I have facilitated therapy with clients for almost 4 years. My approach to therapy is eclectic. I have extended experience working in mental health, including various clinics, hospitals, and virtual settings. My clients are aged 5 yr- 64 yr. I see clients for Depression, Anxiety, Career Counseling, Anger, Grief, Men Issues, Women's Issues, and Stress. Working with clients ages 5 yrs to 64 yrs allows me to work with clients with various conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress, career questioning, grief, loss, school issues, peer-related adjustment, men's issues, and women's issues.
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Sparks Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31907
I am licensed in Georgia with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
I am licensed in Georgia with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
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Denny Scherer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31901 (Online Only)
Also, if you have anger or aggression issues then I am your man!.
My name is Denny Scherer, I have immediate openings for Virtual Appointments. I specialize in working with adults with a history trauma, PTSD, Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, SI's, etc. If you feel stuck, haven't made progress with past therapists, I'm your guy. I have been working in the mental health field since 2000 and I look forward to empowering you to achieve your goals. I have personal experience with panic attacks, anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction so I know what it's like to go through this. I combine my personal experience, education and professional experience to help you heal and recover.
Also, if you have anger or aggression issues then I am your man!.
My name is Denny Scherer, I have immediate openings for Virtual Appointments. I specialize in working with adults with a history trauma, PTSD, Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, SI's, etc. If you feel stuck, haven't made progress with past therapists, I'm your guy. I have been working in the mental health field since 2000 and I look forward to empowering you to achieve your goals. I have personal experience with panic attacks, anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction so I know what it's like to go through this. I combine my personal experience, education and professional experience to help you heal and recover.
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In addition to my specializations, I have a general practice and have experience working with a variety of other issues including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, and stress/ anger management.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist who provides psychotherapy for individual adults, couples, and adolescents. I have found that one of the most powerful ways to grow is the relationship between the psychotherapist and client. This connection can give way to discovering greater yearnings, self authenticity, capabilities, and dreams, while providing warmth and care for addressing one's obstacles such as fears, disappointments, and limits. I would help you to deal with conflicts that block your motivation and passion and help you open to new ways of engaging with your inner resources and with the significant people in your life.
In addition to my specializations, I have a general practice and have experience working with a variety of other issues including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, and stress/ anger management.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist who provides psychotherapy for individual adults, couples, and adolescents. I have found that one of the most powerful ways to grow is the relationship between the psychotherapist and client. This connection can give way to discovering greater yearnings, self authenticity, capabilities, and dreams, while providing warmth and care for addressing one's obstacles such as fears, disappointments, and limits. I would help you to deal with conflicts that block your motivation and passion and help you open to new ways of engaging with your inner resources and with the significant people in your life.
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Tony possesses over 20 years of hands-on experience, specializing in specific issues, such as family therapy, couples counseling, christian counseling, addiction, alchol use, anger management, anxiety, behavior issues, career counseling, depression, divorce and domestic and more.
Christian counseling may be most beneficial for Christians and those who have a strong faith or spirituality – although you don’t have to be religious or spiritual to benefit from this therapeutic counseling approach. Anyone – religious or non-religious can partake in Christian counseling. Centered on biblical teachings, the hope is that by sharpening your knowledge of the Bible, strengthening your connection with God, and understanding God’s commandments, you will be able to turn your life around and conquer your problems. Schedule your session HERE: www.alcc4me.org/dr-tony-christian-counseling
Tony possesses over 20 years of hands-on experience, specializing in specific issues, such as family therapy, couples counseling, christian counseling, addiction, alchol use, anger management, anxiety, behavior issues, career counseling, depression, divorce and domestic and more.
Christian counseling may be most beneficial for Christians and those who have a strong faith or spirituality – although you don’t have to be religious or spiritual to benefit from this therapeutic counseling approach. Anyone – religious or non-religious can partake in Christian counseling. Centered on biblical teachings, the hope is that by sharpening your knowledge of the Bible, strengthening your connection with God, and understanding God’s commandments, you will be able to turn your life around and conquer your problems. Schedule your session HERE: www.alcc4me.org/dr-tony-christian-counseling
![Photo of Dr. Tyrone Gonder - Right Guidance Counseling and Consulting, EdD, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5689ec02-9f90-4540-85d4-a6abc9acfe26/1/320x400.jpeg)
Right Guidance Counseling and Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD
Verified Verified
Dublin, GA 31021 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to stay focused or make meaningful progress in school or your everyday life? Do you need support with substance abuse, anger management, emotional regulation, stress, trauma, or interpersonal skills? If so, I'm here to help. Together, we will develop coping strategies to overcome whatever obstacles you are facing. With over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds, I understand that you are greater than your circumstances. You deserve right guidance and support to help you feel better about yourself.
Are you struggling to stay focused or make meaningful progress in school or your everyday life? Do you need support with substance abuse, anger management, emotional regulation, stress, trauma, or interpersonal skills? If so, I'm here to help. Together, we will develop coping strategies to overcome whatever obstacles you are facing. With over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds, I understand that you are greater than your circumstances. You deserve right guidance and support to help you feel better about yourself.
![Photo of Kevin Larry, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cbfdb1e2-0f7f-473d-a942-889f22baf792/1/320x400.png)
My name is Kevin Larry. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Master's Addiction Counselor with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My specialties include mental health, substance abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, anger and aggression, trauma, ADHD, and other behavioral issues. I believe in a strengths-based approach utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy techniques, and Motivational Interviewing.
My name is Kevin Larry. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Master's Addiction Counselor with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My specialties include mental health, substance abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, anger and aggression, trauma, ADHD, and other behavioral issues. I believe in a strengths-based approach utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy techniques, and Motivational Interviewing.
![Photo of Westly Francois, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/96ec8b65-50b3-4c65-a7a2-ef5d53a5b40b/1/320x400.png)
Welcome! My name is Westly Francois and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida and Georgia. I have over 13 years of experience working in acute, outpatient, and residential mental health/substance abuse treatment settings. I work with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life stressors, anger management, domestic violence, men's issues, and career challenges. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and eye movement desensitization therapies. I have gained a passion for teaching and mentoring youth and young adults from all sorts of backgrounds.
Welcome! My name is Westly Francois and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida and Georgia. I have over 13 years of experience working in acute, outpatient, and residential mental health/substance abuse treatment settings. I work with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life stressors, anger management, domestic violence, men's issues, and career challenges. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and eye movement desensitization therapies. I have gained a passion for teaching and mentoring youth and young adults from all sorts of backgrounds.
![Photo of Arthur Fegain - Accepting New Clients, NCC, LPC, CPCS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/21d3f75f-5596-49e7-93ce-1f34b157aa19/1/320x400.jpeg)
Arthur Fegain - Accepting New Clients
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Montezuma, GA 31063
Services Offered: Individual and Group Therapy, Client-Centered Approach with Evidence-Based Therapeutic Interventions Areas of Expertise: Trauma Recovery, Individual and Family Counseling, Group Counseling for Adolescents and Adults, Anger Management and Behavioral Modification, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Grief & Bereav.
Welcome to Your Path of Healing and Growth! As a seasoned and compassionate licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of dedicated experience, I am here to guide you on your journey toward positive change. My diverse background spans roles such as a counselor, direct care specialist, day treatment supervisor, and mental health counselor within the department of juvenile justice. I have also served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children, emphasizing my commitment to advocating for the well-being of those in need.
Services Offered: Individual and Group Therapy, Client-Centered Approach with Evidence-Based Therapeutic Interventions Areas of Expertise: Trauma Recovery, Individual and Family Counseling, Group Counseling for Adolescents and Adults, Anger Management and Behavioral Modification, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Grief & Bereav.
Welcome to Your Path of Healing and Growth! As a seasoned and compassionate licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of dedicated experience, I am here to guide you on your journey toward positive change. My diverse background spans roles such as a counselor, direct care specialist, day treatment supervisor, and mental health counselor within the department of juvenile justice. I have also served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children, emphasizing my commitment to advocating for the well-being of those in need.
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Al Browne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31901 (Online Only)
With a foundation built on experience and marked by success, I've had the privilege of walking alongside clients, helping them navigate anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, anger, stress management, and trauma.
Life's journey is an adventure with its share of challenges. As an empathetic therapist, I'm here to join you on your path to healing and growth in a relaxed, supportive space. Whether it's anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, or self-discovery, this is your judgment-free zone. Let's explore your thoughts, develop effective ways to cope, and create positive change together. Believe in your strength. I'm here to support your transformative journey. Take that first step, and let's begin.
With a foundation built on experience and marked by success, I've had the privilege of walking alongside clients, helping them navigate anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, anger, stress management, and trauma.
Life's journey is an adventure with its share of challenges. As an empathetic therapist, I'm here to join you on your path to healing and growth in a relaxed, supportive space. Whether it's anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, or self-discovery, this is your judgment-free zone. Let's explore your thoughts, develop effective ways to cope, and create positive change together. Believe in your strength. I'm here to support your transformative journey. Take that first step, and let's begin.
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J. J. Widener
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Thomasville, GA 31792
Waitlist for new clients
Up front, I'm not the therapist for everyone. I don't have a flowery sales pitch about self-fulfillment and safe spaces, I'll probably be wearing an old t-shirt and jeans, I encourage expressive profanity, and I have more tattoos than your average therapist. Most of my caseload is trauma and PTSD. Much of the trauma work involves complex trauma with co-occurring dissociation, personality disorders, substance abuse, and anger. My work with trauma clients includes adult and adolescent survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, both active duty and retired military personnel, and first responders.
Up front, I'm not the therapist for everyone. I don't have a flowery sales pitch about self-fulfillment and safe spaces, I'll probably be wearing an old t-shirt and jeans, I encourage expressive profanity, and I have more tattoos than your average therapist. Most of my caseload is trauma and PTSD. Much of the trauma work involves complex trauma with co-occurring dissociation, personality disorders, substance abuse, and anger. My work with trauma clients includes adult and adolescent survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, both active duty and retired military personnel, and first responders.
![Photo of Daniel Scott Hamilton, LAPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/29850e0d-e7ac-4878-bd97-7f984e88dd69/1/320x400.jpeg)
I offer specialties in veteran-civilian transition, trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, dealing with the grief process, clinical application of neuroscience, adolescent counseling, anger management, and dealing with natural disasters.
My upbringing as an American child in East Africa, journey as a collegiate athlete and service in the military have brought me a very unique set of skills and life experiences. If you have unresolved trauma from child or adulthood, issues with anxiety, PTSD, Depression, substance issues drug addiction or just don't feel fulfilled in where you are at in life I can help. If you are at a point of transition and don't quite understand which direction to go I can help with that too. Many people carry trauma and it effects them everyday but they don't know it. I like to think of trauma like unneeded programs running in the background.
I offer specialties in veteran-civilian transition, trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, dealing with the grief process, clinical application of neuroscience, adolescent counseling, anger management, and dealing with natural disasters.
My upbringing as an American child in East Africa, journey as a collegiate athlete and service in the military have brought me a very unique set of skills and life experiences. If you have unresolved trauma from child or adulthood, issues with anxiety, PTSD, Depression, substance issues drug addiction or just don't feel fulfilled in where you are at in life I can help. If you are at a point of transition and don't quite understand which direction to go I can help with that too. Many people carry trauma and it effects them everyday but they don't know it. I like to think of trauma like unneeded programs running in the background.
![Photo of Tommy Hampton IV, MS, LMFT, CFVIPF, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dd4dc839-6f95-4e28-a746-9c701f8a4efb/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tommy Hampton IV
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CFVIPF
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31603 (Online Only)
Greetings and welcome! I'm Tommy Hampton, IV. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate. My extensive education and training have equipped me to specialize in a holistic approach in areas such as Couple's Dynamics, Family Systems, Men's Issues, Christian Counseling, LGBTQIA+, Grief, Stress Management, Parenting, Anger Management, Cultural Competency Issues, and Personal Growth.
Greetings and welcome! I'm Tommy Hampton, IV. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate. My extensive education and training have equipped me to specialize in a holistic approach in areas such as Couple's Dynamics, Family Systems, Men's Issues, Christian Counseling, LGBTQIA+, Grief, Stress Management, Parenting, Anger Management, Cultural Competency Issues, and Personal Growth.
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Colvin Jeffrey Brogdon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31909
Life has many challenges. It's difficult to move forward if you're paralyzed by hurts and traumatic events of the past. Even present day situations can create feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. "What's the use?!" "I'll never get better!" "Why am I even here?" If those are some of your questions, give me a call. Let's talk it out together.
Life has many challenges. It's difficult to move forward if you're paralyzed by hurts and traumatic events of the past. Even present day situations can create feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. "What's the use?!" "I'll never get better!" "Why am I even here?" If those are some of your questions, give me a call. Let's talk it out together.
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Hey! I'm David Miller, a licensed professional counselor. I've been in the business of helping people since I was 20 and I'm still here! Chances are that I can help you. I've worked with children, adults, families in crisis, and people in hospitals. I've worked in the community, in schools, in homes, and in correctional settings. I've worked with people from almost every walk of life and level of severity. Give me the opportunity to hear your story and I'm almost certain I can help you and yours start down the path towards better. Please make an appointment to see me and we can get started. I'm looking forward to it!
Hey! I'm David Miller, a licensed professional counselor. I've been in the business of helping people since I was 20 and I'm still here! Chances are that I can help you. I've worked with children, adults, families in crisis, and people in hospitals. I've worked in the community, in schools, in homes, and in correctional settings. I've worked with people from almost every walk of life and level of severity. Give me the opportunity to hear your story and I'm almost certain I can help you and yours start down the path towards better. Please make an appointment to see me and we can get started. I'm looking forward to it!
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Anger Management Therapists
How long does therapy take for anger management?
Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.
How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?
Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.
Is there medication for anger management?
Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.
What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.