In Person Therapists in Madison County, GA
![Photo of Brendan A Stephens, MEd, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f417f78f-2792-4f3a-96df-ba06442342a3/2/320x400.jpeg)
What are you seeking? Whether or not the answer to this question is clear to you, my guess is you are aware of a deep sense of wanting to feel or live differently. I'd like to help you connect more fully with your own best qualities, your passions, and the vision you have for yourself and your life. Let's build these visions, while also facing the challenges that offer resistance, so that you can take action toward creating meaningful and lasting change. It would be my privilege to be your ally and support you in this process.
What are you seeking? Whether or not the answer to this question is clear to you, my guess is you are aware of a deep sense of wanting to feel or live differently. I'd like to help you connect more fully with your own best qualities, your passions, and the vision you have for yourself and your life. Let's build these visions, while also facing the challenges that offer resistance, so that you can take action toward creating meaningful and lasting change. It would be my privilege to be your ally and support you in this process.
![Photo of Stephanie Higdon, LCSW, CHT, CAADC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30922712-e222-4c0b-b616-b128b8e953a7/1/320x400.png)
Stephanie Higdon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT, CAADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Danielsville, GA 30633
I understand how life & daily responsibilities can seem utterly defeating due to mental health barriers, stress & feeling overwhelmed. Too frequently adverse feelings & thoughts, that may even seem sensible at the time, distort perceptions and cause dysfunction in our lives that we come to accept as normal! So, as your therapist, my mission is in guiding you on a journey of finding a new and healthier state of "normal". I will help you identify and manage the MH barriers you face to living a more productive life that nurtures your inner peace with renewed feelings of control & improved stated of well-being.
I understand how life & daily responsibilities can seem utterly defeating due to mental health barriers, stress & feeling overwhelmed. Too frequently adverse feelings & thoughts, that may even seem sensible at the time, distort perceptions and cause dysfunction in our lives that we come to accept as normal! So, as your therapist, my mission is in guiding you on a journey of finding a new and healthier state of "normal". I will help you identify and manage the MH barriers you face to living a more productive life that nurtures your inner peace with renewed feelings of control & improved stated of well-being.
![Photo of Teresa Cipriana Ruiz, MS, LPC, NCC, CFRC, EMDR , Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d5c0da3a-83f2-4dec-9f86-d4ecaf76fb02/2/320x400.jpeg)
Teresa Cipriana Ruiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CFRC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Danielsville, GA 30633
Waitlist for new clients
Feelings of depression, fear, anxiety, confusion, anger, grief, trauma, and other struggles beset us all at times. I believe creating an environment where everyone can feel safe and heard is vital, and cultivating a therapeutic alliance to be alongside individuals as a nonjudgmental support in the journey to wholeness and independence. I listen for unique needs and preferences and utilize an eclectic and integrated approach to working with the whole person. With empathy and compassion I will also ask challenging questions to explore ideas, new ways of thinking and understanding, and guide intuitive discovery for meaningful change.
Feelings of depression, fear, anxiety, confusion, anger, grief, trauma, and other struggles beset us all at times. I believe creating an environment where everyone can feel safe and heard is vital, and cultivating a therapeutic alliance to be alongside individuals as a nonjudgmental support in the journey to wholeness and independence. I listen for unique needs and preferences and utilize an eclectic and integrated approach to working with the whole person. With empathy and compassion I will also ask challenging questions to explore ideas, new ways of thinking and understanding, and guide intuitive discovery for meaningful change.
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Porcha Simmons is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with years of mental health counseling experience. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents and young adults navigate life’s stresses including school and transitioning into young adulthood. Porcha specializes in child and adolescent therapy, adjustment struggles, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem-related problems, and relationship issues (romantic, peer, or familial). Porcha completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Piedmont College and earned his Master's degree in Social Work at the University of Georgia.
Porcha Simmons is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with years of mental health counseling experience. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents and young adults navigate life’s stresses including school and transitioning into young adulthood. Porcha specializes in child and adolescent therapy, adjustment struggles, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem-related problems, and relationship issues (romantic, peer, or familial). Porcha completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Piedmont College and earned his Master's degree in Social Work at the University of Georgia.
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Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.
Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.
![Photo of Shelia A Hill - Balanced Behavioral Counseling Services, LLC, LMSW, MAC, CAMSII, E-CADC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4984902b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Balanced Behavioral Counseling Services, LLC
Master Social Worker, LMSW, MAC, CAMSII, E-CADC
Verified Verified
Danielsville, GA 30633
Many people today face complex problems related to employment, money, tragedy, mental and physical health, relationships, habits and addictions. The inability to cope with these added pressure and stresses of life sometimes interferes with our desire to be happy and live a satisfying life. While some may be able to make the needed adjustments on their own, others may need professional guidance to get their life back on track.
Many people today face complex problems related to employment, money, tragedy, mental and physical health, relationships, habits and addictions. The inability to cope with these added pressure and stresses of life sometimes interferes with our desire to be happy and live a satisfying life. While some may be able to make the needed adjustments on their own, others may need professional guidance to get their life back on track.
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Jill Hughes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in counseling and care management. She has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and aging clients in individual, couples, family, and group therapy to address concerns about the self and relationships. Jill has a background in medical social services and is passionate about helping adults and children that are managing chronic illnesses and conditions which impact daily function, long-term health, and quality of life.
Jill Hughes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in counseling and care management. She has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and aging clients in individual, couples, family, and group therapy to address concerns about the self and relationships. Jill has a background in medical social services and is passionate about helping adults and children that are managing chronic illnesses and conditions which impact daily function, long-term health, and quality of life.
![Photo of Chassity Todd, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cf49efe-7fbe-4241-b51c-6af7c8ea1ff4/1/320x400.jpeg)
I help my clients move past a place of hopelessness to one of hopefulness in every area of their lives. I am committed to working with individuals and families who are seeking to identify their strengths, discover skills to accomplish goals or recover from life challenges. My mission is to create a virtual environment that encourages self-exploration, growth, and positive change. This environment is maintained in a non-judgmental space that grants an opportunity to heal and thrive.
I help my clients move past a place of hopelessness to one of hopefulness in every area of their lives. I am committed to working with individuals and families who are seeking to identify their strengths, discover skills to accomplish goals or recover from life challenges. My mission is to create a virtual environment that encourages self-exploration, growth, and positive change. This environment is maintained in a non-judgmental space that grants an opportunity to heal and thrive.
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My name is Tiffany Scott, and I'm an LPC. I have over a decade of experience providing counseling services. I believe in treating anyone with respect and compassion. I offer an open and honest environment. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, grief/loss, relationship issues, co-occurring disorders, and addiction. I have experience working with all populations, from children to geriatric. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy.
My name is Tiffany Scott, and I'm an LPC. I have over a decade of experience providing counseling services. I believe in treating anyone with respect and compassion. I offer an open and honest environment. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, grief/loss, relationship issues, co-occurring disorders, and addiction. I have experience working with all populations, from children to geriatric. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy.
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My name is Janie Thompson, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Dalton, Georgia working statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults with an array of issues such as but not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with an eclectic approach to other modalities. My style and approach have been a good fit for teens, young adults, and older adults. Those who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting issues, marital issues, self-esteem, Autism, PTSD, Relationship issues, LGBTQ, and life transitional issues.
My name is Janie Thompson, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Dalton, Georgia working statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults with an array of issues such as but not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with an eclectic approach to other modalities. My style and approach have been a good fit for teens, young adults, and older adults. Those who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting issues, marital issues, self-esteem, Autism, PTSD, Relationship issues, LGBTQ, and life transitional issues.
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Kathy Boyce is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience providing care to adult clients seeking assistance with sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and childhood trauma. Kathy can provide insights from both a religious and secular perspective. She is both an LGBTQIA ally and kink-affirming. Kathy received her Master's degree in Counseling from Crown College. She utilizes person-centered approaches, internal family systems therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to carefully listen to your needs and thoughts and help you set therapeutic goals.
Kathy Boyce is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 3 years of experience providing care to adult clients seeking assistance with sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and childhood trauma. Kathy can provide insights from both a religious and secular perspective. She is both an LGBTQIA ally and kink-affirming. Kathy received her Master's degree in Counseling from Crown College. She utilizes person-centered approaches, internal family systems therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to carefully listen to your needs and thoughts and help you set therapeutic goals.
![Photo of Kashana Gaines, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0d75dcf3-071c-4f60-b39c-390876b3df94/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi there! My name is Kashana Gaines, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am truly passionate about providing supportive psychotherapy to assist my clients in some of their most difficult and vulnerable life challenges. I truly approach therapy as, meeting clients where they are, meaning engaging the client where they are versus telling them where to be. My treatment approach may be a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and rational emotive counseling. I tailor my counseling style to each individual's unique situation. I am a very interactive, and kind person with a non-judgmental attitude.
Hi there! My name is Kashana Gaines, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am truly passionate about providing supportive psychotherapy to assist my clients in some of their most difficult and vulnerable life challenges. I truly approach therapy as, meeting clients where they are, meaning engaging the client where they are versus telling them where to be. My treatment approach may be a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and rational emotive counseling. I tailor my counseling style to each individual's unique situation. I am a very interactive, and kind person with a non-judgmental attitude.
![Photo of Tara Goza-Freeman, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3aa901fc-a4d7-4ba5-add3-996886bde97e/2/320x400.png)
Trauma doesn’t have to hold you captive. You can get free from childhood trauma and trauma from traumatic and stressful life experiences. I have special experience working with professional women who have experienced narcissistic abuse and unhealthy relationships. I also love working with clients who have a desire to move up in their careers and make major life changes. I believe every person should have a life filled with joy and purpose. My ultimate goal is for you to be able to heal, create, and enjoy your life.
Trauma doesn’t have to hold you captive. You can get free from childhood trauma and trauma from traumatic and stressful life experiences. I have special experience working with professional women who have experienced narcissistic abuse and unhealthy relationships. I also love working with clients who have a desire to move up in their careers and make major life changes. I believe every person should have a life filled with joy and purpose. My ultimate goal is for you to be able to heal, create, and enjoy your life.
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Welcome, my name is Sonja and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia with over 25 years of experience. I am also certified as a Health Educator and Food Over Medicine Specialist and am a Personal Wellness Strategist who uses a holistic approach while empowering clients toward health and wholeness. My experience includes treating youth and adults in several settings and my specialization includes the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, life stressors such as school and college experiences, separation, divorce, blended families, grief, and aging-related depression and anxiety.
Welcome, my name is Sonja and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia with over 25 years of experience. I am also certified as a Health Educator and Food Over Medicine Specialist and am a Personal Wellness Strategist who uses a holistic approach while empowering clients toward health and wholeness. My experience includes treating youth and adults in several settings and my specialization includes the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, life stressors such as school and college experiences, separation, divorce, blended families, grief, and aging-related depression and anxiety.
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My name is Michael Charnley and I am licensed in the state of Georgia, LPC010672. Of course, over 26 years I have become quite eclectic in the therapies I use, but mostly I want to meet the client where they are. Let the session feel like a conversation between 2 acquaintances. Since worked in various agencies when I started I was able to experience a lot of different issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self-Esteem Issues, and since my clients were adolescents, Family Issues. I am also comfortable working with dual diagnosis issues attached to Addiction and Abuse issues.
My name is Michael Charnley and I am licensed in the state of Georgia, LPC010672. Of course, over 26 years I have become quite eclectic in the therapies I use, but mostly I want to meet the client where they are. Let the session feel like a conversation between 2 acquaintances. Since worked in various agencies when I started I was able to experience a lot of different issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self-Esteem Issues, and since my clients were adolescents, Family Issues. I am also comfortable working with dual diagnosis issues attached to Addiction and Abuse issues.
![Photo of Enricka Maddox, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54fd34c0-c6e5-4e10-89d6-e85c67011680/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am Enricka Maddox, the founder of Morning Dew Family & Consulting Services in Georgia and a Licensed Professional Counselor (2014), and a specialized coach. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling, and for 20+ years, I have worked in various social service sectors. I specialize in providing adults with individual therapy to address self-esteem, anxiety, low moods, and manage stress/embrace healthy coping strategies to deal with life transitions, women's issues, educator's self-care, work/life balance, life fulfillment/satisfaction, boundary setting, fertility challenges, and pre/post-cosmetic surgical procedures.
I am Enricka Maddox, the founder of Morning Dew Family & Consulting Services in Georgia and a Licensed Professional Counselor (2014), and a specialized coach. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling, and for 20+ years, I have worked in various social service sectors. I specialize in providing adults with individual therapy to address self-esteem, anxiety, low moods, and manage stress/embrace healthy coping strategies to deal with life transitions, women's issues, educator's self-care, work/life balance, life fulfillment/satisfaction, boundary setting, fertility challenges, and pre/post-cosmetic surgical procedures.
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I am Debbie James, and I am currently licensed in the state of Georgia as a Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families on coping with feelings of anxiety, stress, and depression. I have a background in athletics and also work with individuals struggling with anxiety and enhancing their athletic performance.
I am Debbie James, and I am currently licensed in the state of Georgia as a Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families on coping with feelings of anxiety, stress, and depression. I have a background in athletics and also work with individuals struggling with anxiety and enhancing their athletic performance.
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Hi! I’m an LPC in GA and have worked for 10+ years with all age groups in outpatient/inpatient settings struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, & suicidal thoughts. My therapeutic approach is integrative, primarily influenced by Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal Process, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapies. I have worked with clients diagnosed with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, attention-deficit hyperactivity, and psychotic disorders, as well as those struggling with behavioral and emotional distress, low self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, insomnia, and more.
Hi! I’m an LPC in GA and have worked for 10+ years with all age groups in outpatient/inpatient settings struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, & suicidal thoughts. My therapeutic approach is integrative, primarily influenced by Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal Process, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapies. I have worked with clients diagnosed with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, attention-deficit hyperactivity, and psychotic disorders, as well as those struggling with behavioral and emotional distress, low self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, insomnia, and more.
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Greetings, my name’s Bertrona Freeman and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I focus on utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy specializing in the areas of substance use, addictions, anxiety, and stress. Clients I normally work with struggle with a revolving cycle of relapse in addiction or substance use. Frequent mood swings as a result of stress, anxiety, or depression. I also worked with those who are easily angered and display frequent fits of aggression or rage.
Greetings, my name’s Bertrona Freeman and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I focus on utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy specializing in the areas of substance use, addictions, anxiety, and stress. Clients I normally work with struggle with a revolving cycle of relapse in addiction or substance use. Frequent mood swings as a result of stress, anxiety, or depression. I also worked with those who are easily angered and display frequent fits of aggression or rage.
![Photo of Douglas William Duke, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/511b2e3c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a professional counselor as well as a personal trainer. The link between emotional health and physical health is crucial. I have over 35 years of experience as a therapist conducting marriage/relationship, individual and group counseling. I work with children, adolescents and adults, and love helping people maneuver through life’s difficult moments.
I am a professional counselor as well as a personal trainer. The link between emotional health and physical health is crucial. I have over 35 years of experience as a therapist conducting marriage/relationship, individual and group counseling. I work with children, adolescents and adults, and love helping people maneuver through life’s difficult moments.