Reality Therapy in Marietta, GA

My therapeutic style is empathetic, energetic, relatable, approachable, and passionate. I know therapy can be scary, so I try to create a safe and positive environment. Clients will feel that I’m truly in their corner while not shying away from pointing out blind spots to aid in their growth. My ideal patient is someone who truly wants to break cycles, heal, and do the work to feel better holistically.

Greetings! I am a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), as well as a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) in Georgia with original roots in Ohio. I am a Vietnam-Era Veteran with experience working with veterans and the homeless population. Although my expertise is with Substance Abuse; I am skilled in Mental Health issues such as, (PTSD, Depression, Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder; etc.) I have worked the majority of my career with Veterans, homeless, and substance abuse clients. I don't limit myself to working with veterans, but that's where I'm most comfortable.

Hello, I am so glad you are here! I work with individuals from 15 years of age and up who are struggling with adjusting to life changes, stress, worry, anxiety, self-esteem, depression and isolation, and healing from trauma. Seeking a therapist is the hardest part of your mental health journey. You should take pride in taking this first step! It can be difficult to open up to someone new but can lead to some much-needed mental and emotional relief. We are not created to go through life keeping things inside and going about our days as if everything is 100% okay. I hope to help you find emotional healing!

While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.

I am aboard licensed professional counselor for the State of Georgia with 16 years of experience in the provision of individual and family therapy to combat life’s stressors and daily challenges that frequently complicate the path to fulfillment. I have worked in a wide variety of settings ranging from private practice to community mental health facilities dedicated to providing others with the tools necessary to cope with both internal and external factors that hinder their ability to make the most of life’s journey.

I am fascinated by the human experience, and our ability to endure. Deep healing can begin when we have a safe place to tell our story, to be heard regardless of how our journey has unfolded. I aim to create a place where we won't get interrupted, where someone won't try to "fix" us, to empathize, and to affirm our reality. I find people make their most significant strides in their journey when they allow themselves to maneuver into seeing alternatives and redefine themselves, with a growing confidence in who they have now become.

Sarah Charles is a High-Performance Coach. She has worked with a wide variety of different organizations and populations including the U. S. Army, Transportation Security Administration, high-performance athletes and Indvidual looking for skills to achieve their goals both personally and professionally. I value knowledge, authenticity, improving employees, managers, executives, athletes, and coaches in achieving consistent high levels of performance, while thriving in adversity. I create an inclusive and collaborative consulting relationship that facilitates self-awareness in promoting growth and self-improvement.

While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.

My ideal client lives in Georgia or South Carolina and needs a mental health evaluation, psychological evaluation, immigration evaluation, brief therapy, or brief life coaching. My client may need an assessment for court due to legal charges, for divorce litigation, or for administrative immigration proceedings. I provide evaluations and life coaching via private pay. For my therapy clients, I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar Health, Oxford insurances. All services are provided via telehealth.

I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.

If you're searching to know your authentic self, explore the full picture, and gain insight from an objective perspective, consider working with me as I believe that true change occurs when a person leans into the uncomfortable, and challenges their blind spots with honesty, personal reflection, and acceptance.

Does your child or teen (or you!) ever feel overwhelmed, anxious, lonely, or discouraged? Does your family struggle to navigate the challenges of school, friends, family, or stress? As a parent, it's hard to see your child or teen experience these types of challenges. You want to help them gain confidence and happiness but you are not sure how to best help them. If your family is currently facing this type of challenge, I would love to help you find the best way to help your loved ones.

Life is a journey marked by twists, turns, and unexpected detours. Along the way, we encounter challenges, celebrate victories, and forge meaningful connections. I would love to walk alongside you and provide the needed support. Whether it is a healing, recovery, empowerment, or self discovery Journey I am here to guide you. Each step in our journey teaches us valuable lessons, shapes our character, and propels us forward toward self-discovery and growth. Embrace the journey, for it is in the exploration of the unknown that we find true meaning and fulfillment.

My career in counseling started with inpatient stabilization and treatment settings treating all ages in both mental health and addiction. These experiences combined with my own life experience qualify me to help you learn and grow in a non-judgmental atmosphere that will encourage positive thinking and solution focused change. Wellness is all about removing the obstacles that keep you from your true self. I want you to imagine what it would be like to wake up and feel free of the mental anguish that comes from not knowing how to break the debilitating thinking and behavior patterns that govern your life. Feels pretty great, right?

Hello and welcome! Finding a therapist that you connect with can be a daunting task, so let me tell you a little about myself. I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor that likes to create a space where my clients feel safe and empowered. I also love to serve underserved populations who may not initially see the value of therapy, but who suddenly have someone they can be vulnerable with while exploring and growing themself through talking, art, or other diverse therapeutic needs. So congrats on taking the first step and I can't wait to meet you!

My goal is to help individual, couples, and families process through their emotions in order to make sense of their world and to lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I have convenient evening and weekend hours available.

What I want clients to know about me! I believe your dreams and goals are bigger than the obstacles you face. I have learned there is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn't! What can clients expect from me: Clients can expect honesty, compassion, and empathy. Also, clients can expect a safe environment where you can share thoughts and feelings, set your own goals, receive insight into your experiences, and identify some options for handling issues in healthy ways.

If you are struggling with emotions that are hard to communicate and manage, you have thoughts you do not like, or you need support in getting through a tough situation, we help walk you through by giving you the skills needed.

*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.