Depression Therapists in Milledgeville, GA
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Hello everyone, my name is Christian Waller and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience. I have provided both individual and group therapeutic services to children, teens, and adults. Although my primary focus is working with processing trauma and reducing the effects of traumatic stress, I have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, concerns with discovering/exploring sexuality and/or gender expression, addictions, and other areas that individuals would like to process in our therapeutic relationship.
Hello everyone, my name is Christian Waller and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience. I have provided both individual and group therapeutic services to children, teens, and adults. Although my primary focus is working with processing trauma and reducing the effects of traumatic stress, I have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, concerns with discovering/exploring sexuality and/or gender expression, addictions, and other areas that individuals would like to process in our therapeutic relationship.
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Erica @ Loving Our Community Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061 (Online Only)
If you find yourself dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or trauma reach out to me so that we can have a chat to determine the best way to assist you.
Dealing with anxiety and depression can be tough. Sometimes we may not be aware of what is going on. We may feel tired, exhausted, lonely, and unsure why.
If you find yourself dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or trauma reach out to me so that we can have a chat to determine the best way to assist you.
Dealing with anxiety and depression can be tough. Sometimes we may not be aware of what is going on. We may feel tired, exhausted, lonely, and unsure why.
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Hi, I'm Jasmine McCully. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Throughout my career, I have worked in various settings that include private practice, hospitals, non-profits, government, behavioral health outpatient clinics and treatment facilities, and inpatient psychiatric treatment facilities. I provide telehealth therapy services to assist those who have concerns with anxiety, depression, family/peer relationships, life transitions, perinatal mood, and anxiety disorders, racism, and women's issues. Are you struggling with life transitions?
Hi, I'm Jasmine McCully. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Throughout my career, I have worked in various settings that include private practice, hospitals, non-profits, government, behavioral health outpatient clinics and treatment facilities, and inpatient psychiatric treatment facilities. I provide telehealth therapy services to assist those who have concerns with anxiety, depression, family/peer relationships, life transitions, perinatal mood, and anxiety disorders, racism, and women's issues. Are you struggling with life transitions?
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People seek therapy for a variety of reasons - for personal growth, to address painful feelings such as anxiety or depression, or to improve the quality of relationships. Many people also find therapy helpful during times of stress, transition, illness, or loss.
I provide a confidential, safe, and supportive place for my clients to grow, change, and improve their quality of life. I work with adults and adolescents individually.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons - for personal growth, to address painful feelings such as anxiety or depression, or to improve the quality of relationships. Many people also find therapy helpful during times of stress, transition, illness, or loss.
I provide a confidential, safe, and supportive place for my clients to grow, change, and improve their quality of life. I work with adults and adolescents individually.
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Amanda S Hood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milledgeville, GA 31061
Depression, anxiety and even relationship issues are often symptoms that something is not being dealt with head-on.
Welcome. The very act of searching out a therapist is often the hardest yet most meaningful one you will take in your path to feeling better. I take the trust you put into me very seriously. I attempt to live my life grounded in authenticity and acceptance and I will use those values as the guiding force in my partnering with you. Life is full of transitions and bumps and bruises. You are not alone. I specialize in meeting you where you are and assisting you in finding out where you need to be.
Depression, anxiety and even relationship issues are often symptoms that something is not being dealt with head-on.
Welcome. The very act of searching out a therapist is often the hardest yet most meaningful one you will take in your path to feeling better. I take the trust you put into me very seriously. I attempt to live my life grounded in authenticity and acceptance and I will use those values as the guiding force in my partnering with you. Life is full of transitions and bumps and bruises. You are not alone. I specialize in meeting you where you are and assisting you in finding out where you need to be.
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I work with a variety of roadblocks: stress, help with relationships, sadness, anxiety, loss, depression, improving self-esteem, life transitions, and much more. Our lives can present challenges that may seem hard to face and overcome. You may become lost or stuck at times, not feeling fulfilled and truly happy in your life. If you find yourself struggling, now is the time to begin the process of healing. Let me help guide you on this therapeutic journey of finding your true authentic self and becoming the best version of you.
I work with a variety of roadblocks: stress, help with relationships, sadness, anxiety, loss, depression, improving self-esteem, life transitions, and much more. Our lives can present challenges that may seem hard to face and overcome. You may become lost or stuck at times, not feeling fulfilled and truly happy in your life. If you find yourself struggling, now is the time to begin the process of healing. Let me help guide you on this therapeutic journey of finding your true authentic self and becoming the best version of you.
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Brittany M McCullar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milledgeville, GA 31061 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Brittany McCullar. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have professional experience in serving a diverse population of adults and adolescents in private practice/outpatient settings as well as community mental health work. I have a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Bachelor's in Psychology. My ideal client may struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, have trauma/complex trauma, may be experiencing grief, and/ or have difficulty adjusting and managing stress.
Hi, my name is Brittany McCullar. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have professional experience in serving a diverse population of adults and adolescents in private practice/outpatient settings as well as community mental health work. I have a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Bachelor's in Psychology. My ideal client may struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, have trauma/complex trauma, may be experiencing grief, and/ or have difficulty adjusting and managing stress.
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I have helped clients with depression, anxiety, relationships, career, addiction, and existential issues.
Person-centered counselor committed to creating a safe space for empowering clients to heal, reflect, and make informed life choices. Discerning and objective counselor that empathizes, supports, and advocates for clients, using an array of approaches that are individualized, resulting in the most effective treatment plan. I help clients develop healthy life skills, coping tools true to self lives. Experienced in working with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds dealing with a broad range of conditions.
I have helped clients with depression, anxiety, relationships, career, addiction, and existential issues.
Person-centered counselor committed to creating a safe space for empowering clients to heal, reflect, and make informed life choices. Discerning and objective counselor that empathizes, supports, and advocates for clients, using an array of approaches that are individualized, resulting in the most effective treatment plan. I help clients develop healthy life skills, coping tools true to self lives. Experienced in working with clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds dealing with a broad range of conditions.
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A Better You Integrated Health & Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, MAC, NCC, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milledgeville, GA 31061
Our clinicians are experts in a wide range of mental health issues, including trauma, PTSD, grief, depression, and anxiety.
Welcome to A Better You Integrated Health & Counseling, LLC! Here, we understand that reaching out for help can be both a brave and a challenging step. Our team of dedicated therapists is here to offer you a compassionate, understanding, and non-judgmental space to explore and address your unique concerns. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or just need someone to talk to, we are committed to providing personalized support tailored to your needs.
Our clinicians are experts in a wide range of mental health issues, including trauma, PTSD, grief, depression, and anxiety.
Welcome to A Better You Integrated Health & Counseling, LLC! Here, we understand that reaching out for help can be both a brave and a challenging step. Our team of dedicated therapists is here to offer you a compassionate, understanding, and non-judgmental space to explore and address your unique concerns. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or just need someone to talk to, we are committed to providing personalized support tailored to your needs.
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I provide therapy to adults (from age 22 up) for a range of emotional and behavioral problems, including adjustment to life changes. My approach encourages individuals to pinpoint the patterns which may be causing them distress. We can then work together in a supportive environment as they identify the changes they want to make in order to have an emotionally healthy and rewarding life. I also perform evaluations (testing) for ages 6 through adulthood to determine emotional/personality issues (i.e.: ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, depression, anxiety, personality traits, suitability for Bariatric surgery, etc.).
I provide therapy to adults (from age 22 up) for a range of emotional and behavioral problems, including adjustment to life changes. My approach encourages individuals to pinpoint the patterns which may be causing them distress. We can then work together in a supportive environment as they identify the changes they want to make in order to have an emotionally healthy and rewarding life. I also perform evaluations (testing) for ages 6 through adulthood to determine emotional/personality issues (i.e.: ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, depression, anxiety, personality traits, suitability for Bariatric surgery, etc.).
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Dennis Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milledgeville, GA 31061
I work with a variety of issues related to stress, anxiety & depression, but I specialize in working with trauma, relationship & marriage issues, and difficult life adjustments - all of which can threaten our self-esteem, confidence, and sense of purpose.
Feeling "stuck"? Maybe you're struggling with painful experiences from the past, relationship issues, or difficult transitions in life. And although you believe change is possible, it seems harder and harder to realize. You have what it takes, you may just need a guide to help make it happen. I’m Dennis, and I work best with clients who value empowerment, open-mindedness, and a growth mindset. If you're ready to move toward sustainable change with confidence & purpose, then I'm ready to help you.
I work with a variety of issues related to stress, anxiety & depression, but I specialize in working with trauma, relationship & marriage issues, and difficult life adjustments - all of which can threaten our self-esteem, confidence, and sense of purpose.
Feeling "stuck"? Maybe you're struggling with painful experiences from the past, relationship issues, or difficult transitions in life. And although you believe change is possible, it seems harder and harder to realize. You have what it takes, you may just need a guide to help make it happen. I’m Dennis, and I work best with clients who value empowerment, open-mindedness, and a growth mindset. If you're ready to move toward sustainable change with confidence & purpose, then I'm ready to help you.
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Family Tree Counseling & Training Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, NCC, CAMS II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milledgeville, GA 31061
My name is Tamiko Horne-Williams I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Prepare-Enrich Certified. I have 5 years of experience as a crisis counselor and 17 plus years of experience working in the mental health field in various entities. Helping others live life to their full potential is my passion and my calling in life. I enjoy being a voice for those trying to find theirs or simply need someone to understand them.
My name is Tamiko Horne-Williams I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist, and Prepare-Enrich Certified. I have 5 years of experience as a crisis counselor and 17 plus years of experience working in the mental health field in various entities. Helping others live life to their full potential is my passion and my calling in life. I enjoy being a voice for those trying to find theirs or simply need someone to understand them.
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Charlene Philyaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in the state of Georgia. I have been practicing for over five years working with a vast population of people. I received my master's degree from Troy University of Alabama.
Hi, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in the state of Georgia. I have been practicing for over five years working with a vast population of people. I received my master's degree from Troy University of Alabama.
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My name is Kesha Greene. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have over 20 years working in the behavioral health field from various settings. I am a highly skilled, empathetic, and compassionate. I have over 10 years' experience of facilitating individual and group therapy within the community, school setting, and residential environments. I have a strong educational background working with diverse populations and an advanced understanding of client needs. My experience comes from working as a school-based therapist working with children and adolescents, as well as adults.
My name is Kesha Greene. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. I have over 20 years working in the behavioral health field from various settings. I am a highly skilled, empathetic, and compassionate. I have over 10 years' experience of facilitating individual and group therapy within the community, school setting, and residential environments. I have a strong educational background working with diverse populations and an advanced understanding of client needs. My experience comes from working as a school-based therapist working with children and adolescents, as well as adults.
Corwin Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Corwin Cooper. I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia since 2013. I'm an avid dog lover, I play acoustic guitar, and Spring is my favorite time of the year! I truly enjoy working with people to bring about positive change in their lives. We all as humans experience life's changes and ordeals over time and I'd like to be of assistance to you in your time of need.
Hello, my name is Corwin Cooper. I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia since 2013. I'm an avid dog lover, I play acoustic guitar, and Spring is my favorite time of the year! I truly enjoy working with people to bring about positive change in their lives. We all as humans experience life's changes and ordeals over time and I'd like to be of assistance to you in your time of need.
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061 (Online Only)
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
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Karen Poyser- Navratil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061 (Online Only)
Karen Poyser-Navratil is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Florida, North Carolina and Georgia. She obtained her PhD in Mind Body Medicine with a specialization in Integrative Mental Health from Saybrook University. Karen has a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Barry University, as well as a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University. She received her certification as an Integrative Nutrition Health
Karen Poyser-Navratil is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Florida, North Carolina and Georgia. She obtained her PhD in Mind Body Medicine with a specialization in Integrative Mental Health from Saybrook University. Karen has a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Barry University, as well as a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University. She received her certification as an Integrative Nutrition Health
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Laura B Walsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milledgeville, GA 31061
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That voice telling you it’s time for a change is not always loud, but it is persistent! My name is Laura Walsh and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience helping people create a better life through personal and transformative change. Traditionally, I have maintained a focus on anxiety and mood disorders, relational and familial instability, self-esteem, and substance abuse issues. Through the years, I've found that many seeking help with these problems are actually dealing with the emotional fall out of unresolved trauma - leading to my focus and specialization in the successful resolution of PTSD.
That voice telling you it’s time for a change is not always loud, but it is persistent! My name is Laura Walsh and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience helping people create a better life through personal and transformative change. Traditionally, I have maintained a focus on anxiety and mood disorders, relational and familial instability, self-esteem, and substance abuse issues. Through the years, I've found that many seeking help with these problems are actually dealing with the emotional fall out of unresolved trauma - leading to my focus and specialization in the successful resolution of PTSD.
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Broken Crayons Still Color (BCSC), LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061
I have been in the mental health field for 29 years. I have worked with children/adolescents, families and the adult population since 2000 providing individual, family and group counseling. There are several qualities that I feel I possess which has been beneficial in my quest to help others on their journey: empathy, discretion, patience, compassion, encouragement, self-awareness, open mindedness, flexibility. I have worked in many different settings including outpatient, residential, crisis, mobile crisis, nursing home, prison and private practice.
I have been in the mental health field for 29 years. I have worked with children/adolescents, families and the adult population since 2000 providing individual, family and group counseling. There are several qualities that I feel I possess which has been beneficial in my quest to help others on their journey: empathy, discretion, patience, compassion, encouragement, self-awareness, open mindedness, flexibility. I have worked in many different settings including outpatient, residential, crisis, mobile crisis, nursing home, prison and private practice.
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Provision Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milledgeville, GA 31061
Our goal at Provision Counseling Center, LLC is to ensure each client has a clear understanding that the therapeutic process is unique for each person. It varies based on the therapist, your preferences, what you’re working on in therapy, and the therapeutic approach that is best suited to your needs.
Our goal at Provision Counseling Center, LLC is to ensure each client has a clear understanding that the therapeutic process is unique for each person. It varies based on the therapist, your preferences, what you’re working on in therapy, and the therapeutic approach that is best suited to your needs.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.