LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Lithonia, GA

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Dr. Phyllis Ivery
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients who have depression, anxiety, PTSD and LGBTQ+ concerns.
Does your life feel out of control and you're lacking the energy, motivation or know how to make any changes? Are you looking to live a more peaceful and fulfilling life? I'm a licensed psychologist that enjoys working with clients in helping them to live a life that is more peaceful and aligned with their desires. I engage in enlightening conversations that assist clients in identifying roadblocks and discovering the path to a better life. I have 19 years of experience working with a diverse array of clients of various ages, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities.
I specialize in working with clients who have depression, anxiety, PTSD and LGBTQ+ concerns.
Does your life feel out of control and you're lacking the energy, motivation or know how to make any changes? Are you looking to live a more peaceful and fulfilling life? I'm a licensed psychologist that enjoys working with clients in helping them to live a life that is more peaceful and aligned with their desires. I engage in enlightening conversations that assist clients in identifying roadblocks and discovering the path to a better life. I have 19 years of experience working with a diverse array of clients of various ages, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities.
(678) 929-6248 View (678) 929-6248
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Ruth Hagemann
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30038
Hi there, I'm Ruth Hagemann, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 21 years of clinical experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress reduction, career issues, relationship issues, family conflict, partner conflict, trust issues & poor communication, trauma, self-confidence, self-acceptance, and LGBT issues. I use a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Eclectic, and Supportive. I have learned that no two people are the same and that everyone must be treated individually and holistically.
Hi there, I'm Ruth Hagemann, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 21 years of clinical experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress reduction, career issues, relationship issues, family conflict, partner conflict, trust issues & poor communication, trauma, self-confidence, self-acceptance, and LGBT issues. I use a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Eclectic, and Supportive. I have learned that no two people are the same and that everyone must be treated individually and holistically.
(404) 640-5601 View (404) 640-5601
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Dominique Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058  (Online Only)
I am a fully licensed therapist in the state of Georgia. I identify as a black cis-gendered, lesbian woman. I am passionate about helping others and doing this by meeting them where they're at. My goal is to offer a open, non-judgmental space where my clients feel safe sharing and processing their emotions and experiences, while giving guidance and helping them problem solve to resolve their presenting issues.
I am a fully licensed therapist in the state of Georgia. I identify as a black cis-gendered, lesbian woman. I am passionate about helping others and doing this by meeting them where they're at. My goal is to offer a open, non-judgmental space where my clients feel safe sharing and processing their emotions and experiences, while giving guidance and helping them problem solve to resolve their presenting issues.
(678) 594-6266 View (678) 594-6266
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Cieria Swain
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058  (Online Only)
My passion resides in providing a warm, comfortable environment where you can truly be yourself. I integrate different theoretical models throughout practice. I have experience with diverse populations, including clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, sexual behavior problems, stress management, self-esteem, various traumatic experiences, depression, and anxiety disorders. My goal is to help ease your most challenging emotions while addressing patterns and experiences that keep you feeling powerless in your life.
My passion resides in providing a warm, comfortable environment where you can truly be yourself. I integrate different theoretical models throughout practice. I have experience with diverse populations, including clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, sexual behavior problems, stress management, self-esteem, various traumatic experiences, depression, and anxiety disorders. My goal is to help ease your most challenging emotions while addressing patterns and experiences that keep you feeling powerless in your life.
(770) 629-0880 View (770) 629-0880
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Celine's Family Services, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058  (Online Only)
Now Accepting Private Insurances. Are you ready for a change in your life mentally, spiritually, and physically, well look no further. Celine's Family Services Inc specializes in Depression, Anxiety, Grief/loss, PTSD, Crisis Intervention, Sexual Abuse, Verbal and Emotional Abuse, Physical Abuse, Family conflict and much more. Celine's Family Service, Inc.'s goal is to provide high-quality services that are individualized and built on your personal strengths. We aim to ensure services that promote individual recovery from mental illness and/or substance abuse, support parents/guardians, and reduce future psychiatric hospitalizations.
Now Accepting Private Insurances. Are you ready for a change in your life mentally, spiritually, and physically, well look no further. Celine's Family Services Inc specializes in Depression, Anxiety, Grief/loss, PTSD, Crisis Intervention, Sexual Abuse, Verbal and Emotional Abuse, Physical Abuse, Family conflict and much more. Celine's Family Service, Inc.'s goal is to provide high-quality services that are individualized and built on your personal strengths. We aim to ensure services that promote individual recovery from mental illness and/or substance abuse, support parents/guardians, and reduce future psychiatric hospitalizations.
(678) 831-5470 View (678) 831-5470
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Quality Care Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lithonia, GA 30058  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I'm Candace Burson, a dedicated therapist with a passion for supporting couples and families through their most challenging times. If you've been feeling the weight of depression, the grip of anxiety, or the strain of adjusting to life's curveballs, know that you're not alone. My mission is to provide a safe, nurturing space where you and your loved ones can heal, grow, and find your way back to joy together. Life, as beautiful as it is, can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you're a couple struggling to reconnect, a family navigating through a tough transition, or an individual trying to find your balance.
Hello and welcome! I'm Candace Burson, a dedicated therapist with a passion for supporting couples and families through their most challenging times. If you've been feeling the weight of depression, the grip of anxiety, or the strain of adjusting to life's curveballs, know that you're not alone. My mission is to provide a safe, nurturing space where you and your loved ones can heal, grow, and find your way back to joy together. Life, as beautiful as it is, can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you're a couple struggling to reconnect, a family navigating through a tough transition, or an individual trying to find your balance.
(678) 672-1958 View (678) 672-1958
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Devan Lewis
MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30038  (Online Only)
I work to assist individuals and families improve their mental and emotional health, identify their strengths, accomplish goals, and recover from life's challenges. Are you feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed or stressed? I believe in collaborating with my clients to move beyond a place of stagnancy and hopelessness into a place of hopefulness and positive change. My goal is to create a virtual environment that encourages non-judgment, growth and self-exploration, creating an opportunity for the client to heal and thrive in their everyday life.
I work to assist individuals and families improve their mental and emotional health, identify their strengths, accomplish goals, and recover from life's challenges. Are you feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed or stressed? I believe in collaborating with my clients to move beyond a place of stagnancy and hopelessness into a place of hopefulness and positive change. My goal is to create a virtual environment that encourages non-judgment, growth and self-exploration, creating an opportunity for the client to heal and thrive in their everyday life.
(678) 506-2191 View (678) 506-2191
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The Fountain of Hope Counseling Services,LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058
"Can you imagine life returning to a state of emotional wellness, or waking up feeling happy for no particular reason?" Don't lose hope! Beyond the pain is emotional freedom. Emotional pain can present as unbearable and never ending. A constant state of chaos can give rise to depression and anxiety; Feeling lonely as if nobody cares. You might wonder if life is worth living. Your emotional state makes it difficult to anticipate a brighter future. You may feel powerless and hopeless about life. You may feel numb and empty. Most of my referrals are word of mouth and my professional services will help to restore hope for the future.
"Can you imagine life returning to a state of emotional wellness, or waking up feeling happy for no particular reason?" Don't lose hope! Beyond the pain is emotional freedom. Emotional pain can present as unbearable and never ending. A constant state of chaos can give rise to depression and anxiety; Feeling lonely as if nobody cares. You might wonder if life is worth living. Your emotional state makes it difficult to anticipate a brighter future. You may feel powerless and hopeless about life. You may feel numb and empty. Most of my referrals are word of mouth and my professional services will help to restore hope for the future.
(404) 737-0445 View (404) 737-0445
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Dana P Miler-Coley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058  (Online Only)
If you are struggling to find happiness, finding it difficult to feel comfortable in your own skin, wanting better relationships with others, wanting peace in your intimate relationship, finding it hard to deal with the complexities of life, or wanting to find your way through grief, I will support you in your ability to care for yourself and assist you in understanding how to manage to overcome life's challenges.
If you are struggling to find happiness, finding it difficult to feel comfortable in your own skin, wanting better relationships with others, wanting peace in your intimate relationship, finding it hard to deal with the complexities of life, or wanting to find your way through grief, I will support you in your ability to care for yourself and assist you in understanding how to manage to overcome life's challenges.
(678) 879-2628 View (678) 879-2628
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Eleanor Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058
Hello, I am Eleanor Brown, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over thirty years of experience working in the mental health field. Are you looking for an experienced nonjudgmental therapist? I am here to provide you with support, guidance, and a safe place for you to heal. I provide individual therapy for adults, teenagers, and geriatrics. I work with those suffering from anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, anger, ADHD, relationship issues, career changes, and co-occurring issues. I will support you in attaining peace and identifying and meeting goals that improve your quality of life.
Hello, I am Eleanor Brown, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over thirty years of experience working in the mental health field. Are you looking for an experienced nonjudgmental therapist? I am here to provide you with support, guidance, and a safe place for you to heal. I provide individual therapy for adults, teenagers, and geriatrics. I work with those suffering from anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, anger, ADHD, relationship issues, career changes, and co-occurring issues. I will support you in attaining peace and identifying and meeting goals that improve your quality of life.
(770) 501-6828 View (770) 501-6828
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Be You Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lithonia, GA 30058  (Online Only)
Are you ready to gain control over your life? Are you tired of allowing situations to dictate how you operate your life day to day? If so, allow Be You Counseling Services to provide a safe place for you mentally, emotionally, and physically to express yourself unapologetically. It is important to us to ensure your therapeutic experience is centered around helping you achieve your greatest self. Let Be You's clinicians help you today!
Are you ready to gain control over your life? Are you tired of allowing situations to dictate how you operate your life day to day? If so, allow Be You Counseling Services to provide a safe place for you mentally, emotionally, and physically to express yourself unapologetically. It is important to us to ensure your therapeutic experience is centered around helping you achieve your greatest self. Let Be You's clinicians help you today!
(470) 236-4929 View (470) 236-4929
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Dr. Angelica Dempsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BCC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058
You’re not sure why you feel this way, but you feel off. You’re viewed as successful, responsible, and driven, and even other’s can’t tell that you’re off. It’s frustrating and stressful because others view you as if you have it all together - but in reality, you feel sad.
You’re not sure why you feel this way, but you feel off. You’re viewed as successful, responsible, and driven, and even other’s can’t tell that you’re off. It’s frustrating and stressful because others view you as if you have it all together - but in reality, you feel sad.
(678) 672-3292 View (678) 672-3292
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Pamela Y Little
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS, NCC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058
Now Accepting New Clients: Is this your first time seeking therapy or are you looking for a new counselor? I’m glad you are taking this step. If you're feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or struggling with grief, relationship issues or the effects of trauma, you will be provided with a safe place to share your feelings and experiences, and to be heard, supported, and not judged and receive compassion and understanding. By talking about what troubles you, this can increase your sense of hope and assist you in reaching your maximum potential. The goal is to help you to be in the place you feel most fulfilled, secure, and happy.
Now Accepting New Clients: Is this your first time seeking therapy or are you looking for a new counselor? I’m glad you are taking this step. If you're feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or struggling with grief, relationship issues or the effects of trauma, you will be provided with a safe place to share your feelings and experiences, and to be heard, supported, and not judged and receive compassion and understanding. By talking about what troubles you, this can increase your sense of hope and assist you in reaching your maximum potential. The goal is to help you to be in the place you feel most fulfilled, secure, and happy.
(678) 338-8659 View (678) 338-8659
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Miko Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058
We all experience transitions throughout our lives — big and small, planned and unplanned, and some are harder than others. The death of a loved one, loss/change of employment, divorce/problems with relationships (mate, parents, children), or other events. A life transition is any change or adjustment that impacts your life in a significant way. If you find yourself experiencing a high degree of distress during a life transition that is significantly impacting your mood, ability to work, social interactions, or any other important life area and simply don't know what to do next, I'm here to assist you through the process.
We all experience transitions throughout our lives — big and small, planned and unplanned, and some are harder than others. The death of a loved one, loss/change of employment, divorce/problems with relationships (mate, parents, children), or other events. A life transition is any change or adjustment that impacts your life in a significant way. If you find yourself experiencing a high degree of distress during a life transition that is significantly impacting your mood, ability to work, social interactions, or any other important life area and simply don't know what to do next, I'm here to assist you through the process.
(470) 594-6380 View (470) 594-6380
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Lucy R Cannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, MATS, CAADC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30038
We assist new mental heath, and healthcare businesses with the development and implementation of their new programs, teach them how to maintain best practice business practices from a clinical operations perspective, and assist troubled Behavioral Health programs with their needs. We have special expertise in compliance, training, and staffing. We provide a vast array of training(s) in mental health and co-occurring disorders to mental health professionals, military personnel and families, and paraprofessional staff.
We assist new mental heath, and healthcare businesses with the development and implementation of their new programs, teach them how to maintain best practice business practices from a clinical operations perspective, and assist troubled Behavioral Health programs with their needs. We have special expertise in compliance, training, and staffing. We provide a vast array of training(s) in mental health and co-occurring disorders to mental health professionals, military personnel and families, and paraprofessional staff.
(404) 949-8231 View (404) 949-8231
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Ken Sanders
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lithonia, GA 30038  (Online Only)
I know you want the best life possible, and at times, it may seem out of reach--but its only temporary. It is my professional and personal belief that in us, we have all that is needed, to live our best life. At times we get "stuck" and we need help--counseling is that help. As a counselor for over 20 years, I have had the opportunity to work with people from various backgrounds. I work along side you and will help you to "see" where you want to go and to develop a plan to get there.
I know you want the best life possible, and at times, it may seem out of reach--but its only temporary. It is my professional and personal belief that in us, we have all that is needed, to live our best life. At times we get "stuck" and we need help--counseling is that help. As a counselor for over 20 years, I have had the opportunity to work with people from various backgrounds. I work along side you and will help you to "see" where you want to go and to develop a plan to get there.
(470) 243-8992 View (470) 243-8992
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Jasmine Harden
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058  (Online Only)
Jasmine Harden is a native of Atlanta, Ga. She completed her undergraduate studies in psychology at Clark Atlanta University before pursuing her Masters In Community Counseling with Argosy University Atlanta. She has over 13 years experience of Mental Health Services, navigating the child welfare system, and prevention services throughout the state of GA and Tennessee in psychiatric and outpatient services. Her clinical trainings are focused on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She has a passion for serving the underserved.
Jasmine Harden is a native of Atlanta, Ga. She completed her undergraduate studies in psychology at Clark Atlanta University before pursuing her Masters In Community Counseling with Argosy University Atlanta. She has over 13 years experience of Mental Health Services, navigating the child welfare system, and prevention services throughout the state of GA and Tennessee in psychiatric and outpatient services. Her clinical trainings are focused on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She has a passion for serving the underserved.
(470) 842-9908 View (470) 842-9908
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Tonia D Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lithonia, GA 30038  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Tonia Morris and I am here to help you see things differently! I enjoy working with individuals, families, children, and adolescents on a variety of issues such as anger management, depression, anxiety, trauma, and positive communication. I specialize in children and adolescents, and have been teaching for over 18 years reaching children of all grade Ievels. I address your challenges using individual, family, group therapy and play therapy. I am available for day and evening appointments. Thank you for reading my profile and I look forward to serving you!
Hello, my name is Tonia Morris and I am here to help you see things differently! I enjoy working with individuals, families, children, and adolescents on a variety of issues such as anger management, depression, anxiety, trauma, and positive communication. I specialize in children and adolescents, and have been teaching for over 18 years reaching children of all grade Ievels. I address your challenges using individual, family, group therapy and play therapy. I am available for day and evening appointments. Thank you for reading my profile and I look forward to serving you!
(470) 280-1694 View (470) 280-1694
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Tinika S Prince
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lithonia, GA 30038  (Online Only)
Well, where do I began...I have been working in this field for over 13, years consistently. I have had the pleasure of being trained by amazing people in three different settings to include residential, nonprofit, and community based. I have been working with children as young as 4, years of age, to adulthood. For the past few years I have been working with children who have been victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking as well as LGBTTQQIAAP, teens and adults over the past few years. Helping others has always been my passion, so I made it my business to provide quality services to assist others in their time of need.
Well, where do I began...I have been working in this field for over 13, years consistently. I have had the pleasure of being trained by amazing people in three different settings to include residential, nonprofit, and community based. I have been working with children as young as 4, years of age, to adulthood. For the past few years I have been working with children who have been victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking as well as LGBTTQQIAAP, teens and adults over the past few years. Helping others has always been my passion, so I made it my business to provide quality services to assist others in their time of need.
(770) 621-0694 View (770) 621-0694
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Live Balanced Counseling Services LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, NCC, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058
Are your relationships not what you want them to be, filled with conflicts and you feel alone? Are you anxious, depressed, and feel that no one recognizes your potential or worth? You wake up every day and go about your routine, but you have lost your zest for life? Let me help you. You are in need of a therapist like me, who will first acknowledge the way you are feeling and not tell you "just get over it." I will empower you and give you the tools you need to get and feel connected again, to find joy and fulfillment in life, to "smell the roses again." COME SEE ME! I work with children, teens, adults, couples and families.
Are your relationships not what you want them to be, filled with conflicts and you feel alone? Are you anxious, depressed, and feel that no one recognizes your potential or worth? You wake up every day and go about your routine, but you have lost your zest for life? Let me help you. You are in need of a therapist like me, who will first acknowledge the way you are feeling and not tell you "just get over it." I will empower you and give you the tools you need to get and feel connected again, to find joy and fulfillment in life, to "smell the roses again." COME SEE ME! I work with children, teens, adults, couples and families.
(678) 582-1340 View (678) 582-1340
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LGBTQ+ Therapists

Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?

Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.

Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?

Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.

How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?

You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?

Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.

Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?

While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.