Gottman Method Therapists in Lithonia, GA
Christine Stoutenburg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years’ experience with teens, adults, and older adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, grieving, relationship issues, perinatal, postpartum, divorce, self-esteem and trauma. My goal in therapy is to help clients identify their negative thoughts, feelings, behaviors, anxiety triggers, and past traumas. I enjoy working with diverse and marginalized populations. Life may be stressful and overwhelming at times. I can help you with learning to enjoy life more rather than being stuck in the hard times.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years’ experience with teens, adults, and older adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, grieving, relationship issues, perinatal, postpartum, divorce, self-esteem and trauma. My goal in therapy is to help clients identify their negative thoughts, feelings, behaviors, anxiety triggers, and past traumas. I enjoy working with diverse and marginalized populations. Life may be stressful and overwhelming at times. I can help you with learning to enjoy life more rather than being stuck in the hard times.
Dr. Hernel Smith-Selman
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC, LAPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30038 (Online Only)
Hernel has a passion for empowering adolescents, adults, and couples to overcome personal obstacles to improve their lives to wholesome living. In her counseling practice, she uses clinically tested and evidenced-based eclectic mixed modalities to meet each client’s unique needs. Such modalities include mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, narrative, and art therapy, among other interventions. Hernel’s empathy and warmth help to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere that allows her client to explore, process, and heal. Hernel believes that the therapeutic process should be collaborative where the t
Hernel has a passion for empowering adolescents, adults, and couples to overcome personal obstacles to improve their lives to wholesome living. In her counseling practice, she uses clinically tested and evidenced-based eclectic mixed modalities to meet each client’s unique needs. Such modalities include mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, narrative, and art therapy, among other interventions. Hernel’s empathy and warmth help to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental atmosphere that allows her client to explore, process, and heal. Hernel believes that the therapeutic process should be collaborative where the t
I worked in youth ministry as a young adult, and then in chaplaincy and pastoral ministry before seeking additional training as a psychotherapist focusing on the mitigation of human suffering, and enriching family relationships and spiritual growth. I have integrated the body in psychological and spiritual healing, using practices that help us deepen our embodied awareness and enjoyment. I majored in history at the University of Georgia, and in pastoral ministry (M.Div.) at Candler School of Theology in Emory University, and then in family studies at the University of Georgia (M.S.).
I worked in youth ministry as a young adult, and then in chaplaincy and pastoral ministry before seeking additional training as a psychotherapist focusing on the mitigation of human suffering, and enriching family relationships and spiritual growth. I have integrated the body in psychological and spiritual healing, using practices that help us deepen our embodied awareness and enjoyment. I majored in history at the University of Georgia, and in pastoral ministry (M.Div.) at Candler School of Theology in Emory University, and then in family studies at the University of Georgia (M.S.).
Lynne Guenther
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058 (Online Only)
Moving through life is like a book. We are all in the process of composing our own stories. Sometimes we get stuck, due to choices, events or behaviors. This causes anxiety and depression. It’s like a bookmark getting stuck in the pages of our story and as we try to move forward, the pages fall open to that bookmarked, painful memory.
Moving through life is like a book. We are all in the process of composing our own stories. Sometimes we get stuck, due to choices, events or behaviors. This causes anxiety and depression. It’s like a bookmark getting stuck in the pages of our story and as we try to move forward, the pages fall open to that bookmarked, painful memory.
Latesha Mitchell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lithonia, GA 30058 (Online Only)
Welcome to Manifesting Greatness Therapy LLC, where our motto is “A safe space for healing!” Healing is unique for each person. This may include but is not limited to, repairing relationships, improving communication, learning and improving self-worth, and evaluating stagnation in your life. We strive to encourage and challenge our clients to be their best selves. This environment is a non-judgmental space where you are expected to show up with flaws and concerns to address and eliminate the pressure of being perfect. We appreciate a client who can show up being truly who they are, and work towards growth continuously.
Welcome to Manifesting Greatness Therapy LLC, where our motto is “A safe space for healing!” Healing is unique for each person. This may include but is not limited to, repairing relationships, improving communication, learning and improving self-worth, and evaluating stagnation in your life. We strive to encourage and challenge our clients to be their best selves. This environment is a non-judgmental space where you are expected to show up with flaws and concerns to address and eliminate the pressure of being perfect. We appreciate a client who can show up being truly who they are, and work towards growth continuously.
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Our therapists have a range of training and expertise in things like Grief work and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, Imago, & Gottman Method therapy.
Accepting new clients. Are you struggling to find balance, feel connected, lacking joy in your life? We can help. We are a group of skilled, caring therapists with a wealth of training and experience. Reach out if you need help with anxiety, relationship stress, worry, depression, loneliness, trauma or grief. We help people to improve their well-being and their relationships. Our therapists provide couples', individual, and family therapy, group counseling for adults 18+, We believe in a holistic approach to help you with your emotional and relational well-being. Seeing folks via telehealth or in one of our four locations.
Our therapists have a range of training and expertise in things like Grief work and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, Imago, & Gottman Method therapy.
Accepting new clients. Are you struggling to find balance, feel connected, lacking joy in your life? We can help. We are a group of skilled, caring therapists with a wealth of training and experience. Reach out if you need help with anxiety, relationship stress, worry, depression, loneliness, trauma or grief. We help people to improve their well-being and their relationships. Our therapists provide couples', individual, and family therapy, group counseling for adults 18+, We believe in a holistic approach to help you with your emotional and relational well-being. Seeing folks via telehealth or in one of our four locations.
Phillip Roosevelt Barclay
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, GA 30049
I provide evidenced-based treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, solution-focused therapy techniques, and the Gottman method to support and meet the needs of clients in crisis.
I believe that people have the capacity to change when given insight and the right tools, Let me help you with both. I have over 20 years experience working with individuals, families, and couples, assisting them in identifying and addressing issues that negatively impact their day to day function. My approach to psychotherapy is a collaborative process between therapist and clients. Our goals together will allow you to feel empowered and become aware of how to replace unhealthy thinking and behaviors; by implementing positive changes in your overall lives.
I provide evidenced-based treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, solution-focused therapy techniques, and the Gottman method to support and meet the needs of clients in crisis.
I believe that people have the capacity to change when given insight and the right tools, Let me help you with both. I have over 20 years experience working with individuals, families, and couples, assisting them in identifying and addressing issues that negatively impact their day to day function. My approach to psychotherapy is a collaborative process between therapist and clients. Our goals together will allow you to feel empowered and become aware of how to replace unhealthy thinking and behaviors; by implementing positive changes in your overall lives.
Sharon Gilmore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30083 (Online Only)
My name is Sharon Gilmore and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been married for 23 years and we have a blended family - my son, his daughter, and our son. Those three are all grown up and two of them have blessed us with grandchildren. I have been in the field of social work for 21 years. This is a challenging career but I can honestly say it is the calling on my life that keeps me loving it as much as I did in that first year. I have worked in child protective services,
My name is Sharon Gilmore and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been married for 23 years and we have a blended family - my son, his daughter, and our son. Those three are all grown up and two of them have blessed us with grandchildren. I have been in the field of social work for 21 years. This is a challenging career but I can honestly say it is the calling on my life that keeps me loving it as much as I did in that first year. I have worked in child protective services,
Kelli C McLeod-Roy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30033
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, general sense of emptiness or dissatisfaction? Are you and your partner not getting along as well as you would like? Are you having problems with alcohol or other substances? If so, let's set up some counseling for you to help decrease the negative and increase the positive in your life. My approach is empathic and caring and of a cognitive behavioral orientation. I will help you identify and develop the skills and insights you need to experience success over your problems and to have more satisfaction in your life and relationships.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, general sense of emptiness or dissatisfaction? Are you and your partner not getting along as well as you would like? Are you having problems with alcohol or other substances? If so, let's set up some counseling for you to help decrease the negative and increase the positive in your life. My approach is empathic and caring and of a cognitive behavioral orientation. I will help you identify and develop the skills and insights you need to experience success over your problems and to have more satisfaction in your life and relationships.
I support individuals and couples working through issues related to depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, fatigue, medical health challenges, communication issues, and trauma. My approach to therapy is collaborative, and I use curiosity, respect, informed listening skills, and an embodied presence to support clients with their concerns. I am trained in Gottman Family therapy, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Trauma-Informed Care, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, CBT, and have trained with Patrick Carnes International Institute of Trauma and Addiction.
I support individuals and couples working through issues related to depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, fatigue, medical health challenges, communication issues, and trauma. My approach to therapy is collaborative, and I use curiosity, respect, informed listening skills, and an embodied presence to support clients with their concerns. I am trained in Gottman Family therapy, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Trauma-Informed Care, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, CBT, and have trained with Patrick Carnes International Institute of Trauma and Addiction.
Greater Atlanta Family Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
Greater Atlanta Family Counseling is a generalist mental health practice that works with a broad range of behavioral health issues, including depression, anxiety, marriage and family issues, stress management, diagnostic evaluations, PTSD, forensic services, and mediation. We begin seeing clients for therapy at four years old. We do offer psychiatric services for adults, and as of July 2023, have extended our practice to include ABA services for behavior modification therapy. We consider it a privilege to serve our communities, and we would be honored to discuss your case with you.
Greater Atlanta Family Counseling is a generalist mental health practice that works with a broad range of behavioral health issues, including depression, anxiety, marriage and family issues, stress management, diagnostic evaluations, PTSD, forensic services, and mediation. We begin seeing clients for therapy at four years old. We do offer psychiatric services for adults, and as of July 2023, have extended our practice to include ABA services for behavior modification therapy. We consider it a privilege to serve our communities, and we would be honored to discuss your case with you.
Brandy J Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30033
Waitlist for new clients
Experience tells me that most people who seek counseling feel unable to make changes in their life that could bring them greater happiness. I consider it my responsibility and a privilege to facilitate your journey of self-empowerment to make these desired changes. Together we will explore how current patterns of feeling, thinking and acting could be altered by increasing mindfulness and self-compassion. While most of our focus is on the present and future, I also seek to honor your past by exploring how unresolved feelings may be hindering your growth and ability to meet personal goals.
Experience tells me that most people who seek counseling feel unable to make changes in their life that could bring them greater happiness. I consider it my responsibility and a privilege to facilitate your journey of self-empowerment to make these desired changes. Together we will explore how current patterns of feeling, thinking and acting could be altered by increasing mindfulness and self-compassion. While most of our focus is on the present and future, I also seek to honor your past by exploring how unresolved feelings may be hindering your growth and ability to meet personal goals.
We’re all doing our best to handle the demands of modern life. It can be overwhelming, especially when life throws a curve ball. My passion is helping individuals and couples explore their problems in a judgment-free, safe, and supportive environment; it’s my privilege to walk alongside your journey. Together, we examine the feelings that arise from challenging relationships, adverse childhood experiences, social injustices and traumatic events. Life’s transitions and losses may bring these wounds to the surface and create the catalyst for meaningful change.
We’re all doing our best to handle the demands of modern life. It can be overwhelming, especially when life throws a curve ball. My passion is helping individuals and couples explore their problems in a judgment-free, safe, and supportive environment; it’s my privilege to walk alongside your journey. Together, we examine the feelings that arise from challenging relationships, adverse childhood experiences, social injustices and traumatic events. Life’s transitions and losses may bring these wounds to the surface and create the catalyst for meaningful change.
I help individuals step into their fullest potential by improving self-confidence, interpersonal skills, exploring trauma and childhood experiences, and mending relational conflicts. I hold a safe and judgment free space for you to have a positive corrective emotional experience and where you will gain the skills and insight to move through the world as your best self.
I help individuals step into their fullest potential by improving self-confidence, interpersonal skills, exploring trauma and childhood experiences, and mending relational conflicts. I hold a safe and judgment free space for you to have a positive corrective emotional experience and where you will gain the skills and insight to move through the world as your best self.
Margaret Amoss
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30083 (Online Only)
Even during the best of times navigating the complexities and demands of life can be challenging, and at this time in history we all face life situations for which we may not be entirely equipped. Despite the news of the day in the world around us, now is always a good time to begin a journey of healing. Such a journey brings new perspective and also reveals hidden strengths and skills. Thus, in addition to resolving issues I also see as a goal of counseling for clients to find increased meaning and joy in life. In 2009 I graduated from Brenau University with a master’s degree in Clinical Counseling.
Even during the best of times navigating the complexities and demands of life can be challenging, and at this time in history we all face life situations for which we may not be entirely equipped. Despite the news of the day in the world around us, now is always a good time to begin a journey of healing. Such a journey brings new perspective and also reveals hidden strengths and skills. Thus, in addition to resolving issues I also see as a goal of counseling for clients to find increased meaning and joy in life. In 2009 I graduated from Brenau University with a master’s degree in Clinical Counseling.
Meredith L Albert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Psychotherapy is my second career. I come from a rich background in entrepreneurship and business management which makes me more focused on goal-setting that underpins my action-oriented approach. I work collaboratively with clients to define actionable goals and identify issues (conscious and unconscious) that act as barriers to long term psycho-emotional health. Philosophically, I embrace the idea that individuals often have the answers they seek to difficult questions. The real challenge may be finding the stillness to settle inner conflicts or competing thoughts (expectations, judgments, etc.) long enough to uncover personal truths.
Psychotherapy is my second career. I come from a rich background in entrepreneurship and business management which makes me more focused on goal-setting that underpins my action-oriented approach. I work collaboratively with clients to define actionable goals and identify issues (conscious and unconscious) that act as barriers to long term psycho-emotional health. Philosophically, I embrace the idea that individuals often have the answers they seek to difficult questions. The real challenge may be finding the stillness to settle inner conflicts or competing thoughts (expectations, judgments, etc.) long enough to uncover personal truths.
Martha Earley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30034 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Georgia with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, & depression. I also have experience with addiction, schizophrenia, anger issues and numerous other disorders. I am EMDR trained and a Certified Clinical Trauma Expert as well as holding certification in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I also use a number of other counseling techniques, as I believe we can learn from each one.
I am licensed in Georgia with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, & depression. I also have experience with addiction, schizophrenia, anger issues and numerous other disorders. I am EMDR trained and a Certified Clinical Trauma Expert as well as holding certification in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I also use a number of other counseling techniques, as I believe we can learn from each one.
Do you find yourself making time for everything and everyone, but find it challenging to take the time to focus on your own compassionate care? So many of us prioritize the loving care of our family and friends while neglecting to tend to ourselves - as though we are our own most treasured other. Too often we allow our overly harsh inner voice of self-judgment to serve as our most oppressive critic, draining us of the momentum needed to manifest our fullest potential and the life we truly desire. Unleash the potential of your best self and stop settling for the comforts of habit or the stagnation of fear. You are worth it!
Do you find yourself making time for everything and everyone, but find it challenging to take the time to focus on your own compassionate care? So many of us prioritize the loving care of our family and friends while neglecting to tend to ourselves - as though we are our own most treasured other. Too often we allow our overly harsh inner voice of self-judgment to serve as our most oppressive critic, draining us of the momentum needed to manifest our fullest potential and the life we truly desire. Unleash the potential of your best self and stop settling for the comforts of habit or the stagnation of fear. You are worth it!
Monica Gray
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CAMS, QPRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30034 (Online Only)
Where We Stand is a multidisciplinary behavioral health care practice that offers mental health and substance abuse services to communities within the metro Atlanta area. Our focus is to provide cost-effective, quality treatment.
Where We Stand is a multidisciplinary behavioral health care practice that offers mental health and substance abuse services to communities within the metro Atlanta area. Our focus is to provide cost-effective, quality treatment.
It can be vulnerable to reach out for support and it takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or depression, family or relationship conflict, or exploring your identity and life goals, there is hope- therapy can help you move through
It can be vulnerable to reach out for support and it takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or depression, family or relationship conflict, or exploring your identity and life goals, there is hope- therapy can help you move through
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Gottman Method Therapists
How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.