Lesbian Therapists in Marietta, GA

You know you aren’t living your fullest life, because fear and anxiety is interfering with what you want and need to do. All you want to do is break free from this anxiety! I get it, and I can help you. Anxiety is treatable, and I have particular expertise treating phobias and OCD. It's exhausting to cope with anxiety, and it can make you vulnerable to depression, burnout, and problems at home and with your job. I am confident that therapy can help you find relief from the grip of fear, panic and anxiety. The same way that anxiety can spiral out of control, it can also spiral back down to a soft landing of serenity and confidence.

My approach with clients is to begin where you are and identify specific goals for your situation. I do this by helping to discover the strengths you already possess and build a plan from there. I believe that each person has the full capacity and ability to heal no matter the hurdles or the history. In addition to my support and guidance to the people I work with, I also walk through the journey with something to learn from you as well. We all have a unique story and it's my role to help you tell yours from a place of positive support and healing using a variety of evidence based techniques.

You can do this. I have faith in you and I offer a safe, non-judgmental place to heal. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction and loss. I enjoy helping teens, adults and families navigate life's stressors. A positive environment that promotes insight and empowerment is the foundation of my practice. The nature of therapy requires a strong alliance which I strive to create with my clients. I also offer Domestic Violence group counseling and Alcohol and Drug evaluations and referrals for recovery sites.

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When there are relational or sexual problems between loved ones, it can leave you feeling stuck, isolated, or defeated. You might feel like you are the problem. You are not alone and I can help. These feelings often come from early childhood messages that stay with us and interfere with our adult relationships. Being able to access and challenge these blocking messages can unlock a world to feeling more worth, connectivity and intimacy. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, Board Certified Sex therapist and Clinical Sexologist with the experience needed to start you towards your best life today!

If you want a different kind of experience with someone who is open-minded, accepting, warm, and challenging, I can help. We all have a story that's influenced by everything that has happened in our lives, and we are each in charge of the way that story unfolds. I love to use stories, myths, and visual analogies in my work. Let's work on yours together!

Welcome! I provide evidence-based assessment and therapy to address a broad range of presenting issues. Currently, my practice focuses on anxiety, depression, substance use, relationships, school stress, trauma, disordered eating, and other health concerns (e.g., sleep problems, adjusting to medical diagnoses, etc.).

Poly, ethical non-monogamy, open relationship, consensual non-monogamy, non-traditional relationships, or however you are choosing to label yourself, I support people in creating the relationship of their dreams. I am very passionate about breaking the barriers that have confined couples; and creating an alternative narrative that will help them grow individually and together.

I am pretty traditional in my beliefs about the purpose of therapy, but not your traditional therapist.I do not sit with a notebook and write down everything you say with a hmm at the end before I collect my fee.I am interactive and even directive sometimes. I guess that's why I work well with teenagers:) So, if you want therapy to be fun, I'm your gal. My specialty area has been adolescents and addiction for over 30 years, but I see adults too (codependence, divorce, parent alienation) etc. I am also a past President of LPCA, and operate a new virtual business called ProjectEvolve.com. It is an alternative to social media for kids.

Utilizing a person centered approach for navigating your life makes the most sense to me! I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, and I am passionate about helping people navigate traumas, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, health challenges, self-esteem, and self-exploration related to sexual orientations and gender identities. I truly enjoy empowering each client in their exploration of finding peace and acceptance.

I do not believe in the statement "my past does not define me." It absolutely does! Everything you have experienced, both good and bad, is the reason why you are who you are today. Every single choice you make is made through the lenses of your life experiences. We run from labels that have been forced on us and grasp for ones that make us feel more... What would happen if you embraced your true self, who you really are inside and out, the good and the bad. Then sorted out your past to the best of its ability and took it from there day by day in the present for your future? I would be honored to walk this journey with you!

I have always had a passion for helping others and that passion was realized through returning to school and receiving a Masters in Marriage and Family therapy from Mercer University School of Medicine. My journey to becoming a therapist has been one of excitement and fulfillment. I have a passion for working with children, I believe that helping children create new coping skills or overcome life transitions leads to a healthier happy adult.

So, this life thing is super hard sometimes. And since 2020, life has been even harder for all of us. For those of us who have a trauma history, it's sometimes felt like more than we can bear. Relationships have changed or ended, many of us have come to a deeper understanding about ourselves and communities. Some of this new understanding has been challenging our coping skills we developed in the “before times”, often leaving us feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, grieving and anxious. My personal philosophy is this: we recover best in community, finding our people with whom we can develop mutually supportive environments.

Greetings! Allow me to introduce myself, my name is Melissa LaFontaine. I am a counselor in training at Northwestern University and currently under supervision at a well- established clinic that has multiple locations to better service the client base and specializes in treating generalized depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. As a counselor, I will continually work to expand my understanding of the field while balancing autonomy and uniqueness and respecting the needs of each client to the best of my ability with the goal of assisting the client in using their experiences and skills to turn challenges into opportunities!

The road to a better life begins here. I listen. I believe that being a good listener is key to understanding my patients. My priority is to be psychologically and emotionally present with my patients. I listen effectively and I listen to learn. I offer solution- based therapy techniques in the first session that will begin your journey to a better life immediately. You want you to feel heard, seen, and respected. I see crying as an essential part of mental hygiene. If you apply the therapeutic tools that I will teach you, truly a better life begins here. Honoring my client's human dignity is key.

Do you wake up every morning hoping this will be a better day but are not sure anything will be different? Tired of feeling sad, stressed, anxious, or angry? Marietta West Cobb Counseling Center is a community of licensed therapists who work with clients from birth through senior years, applying traditional psychotherapy, experiential psychotherapies (such as art and play therapy), and body psychotherapy to help each man, woman, and child live their happiest and most fulfilling lives and have meaningful, loving relationships. Your success is our goal!

A real conversation with real talk to gain real life results. No sugar coating. Addiction and Anger are real life issues that interfere with positive thoughts and positive actions. Let’s get thru this together.

At Cobb DBT & CBT Associates, we have been providing compassionate, evidence-based mental healthcare in the metro Atlanta area for the past decade. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and we tailor therapy to each individual client’s needs and preferences.

*Online therapy services* Hello and welcome to WELLA Therapy. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about working with people who decide to improve their lives through therapy. I offer you my knowledge, compassion, patience, guidance, humor (when needed) and years of professional experience. I have worked with people who struggle with eating disorders, addiction (substance abuse, recovery), life transitions/divorce, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, grief, and self esteem. I specialize in working with adolescents, their parents, young adults and adults.