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Laurie Bradley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30309
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with a range of problems from anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, impulse control, family/sibling relational issues, parent-child relational and attachment issues, co-parenting, grief and loss, adoption issues, ADHD, substance abuse and major life transitions. I believe in taking a non-directive, client-centered approach, and creating a warm and non-judgmental space where I can help my clients to uncover what is keeping them from moving forward so they can lead happier and healthier lives.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with a range of problems from anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, impulse control, family/sibling relational issues, parent-child relational and attachment issues, co-parenting, grief and loss, adoption issues, ADHD, substance abuse and major life transitions. I believe in taking a non-directive, client-centered approach, and creating a warm and non-judgmental space where I can help my clients to uncover what is keeping them from moving forward so they can lead happier and healthier lives.
(770) 766-8151 View (770) 766-8151
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Mary Coleman Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30318  (Online Only)
Fertility specialty includes psychological evaluations of egg and sperm donors, and gestational carriers; counseling parents using donor egg / donor sperm / donor embryo / surrogacy for family building, emotional prep for IUI and IVF and adoption, pregnancy loss, and post partum depression.
Provide Infertility Counseling, Surrogacy, Egg and Sperm Donor Evaluations. Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Quality of Life issues, Communication Issues with Significant Others, and Depression also can be highly impactful and stressful on our day to day existence. I look forward to working together toward your goals. My expertise is in anxiety and burnout, infertility and third party reproduction evaluations including gestational surrogates and egg and sperm donors, depression, workplace stress, divorce, parenting, and family issues. I work with all families - heterosexual couples, gay couples, and single women and men. I look forward to partnering with you in increased health and wellness!
Fertility specialty includes psychological evaluations of egg and sperm donors, and gestational carriers; counseling parents using donor egg / donor sperm / donor embryo / surrogacy for family building, emotional prep for IUI and IVF and adoption, pregnancy loss, and post partum depression.
Provide Infertility Counseling, Surrogacy, Egg and Sperm Donor Evaluations. Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Quality of Life issues, Communication Issues with Significant Others, and Depression also can be highly impactful and stressful on our day to day existence. I look forward to working together toward your goals. My expertise is in anxiety and burnout, infertility and third party reproduction evaluations including gestational surrogates and egg and sperm donors, depression, workplace stress, divorce, parenting, and family issues. I work with all families - heterosexual couples, gay couples, and single women and men. I look forward to partnering with you in increased health and wellness!
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Lyla Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30022
I specialize in adoption/foster care, relationship conflict/marital conflict (codependency, narcissism, attachment, etc.
I want to applaud you for taking a step towards healing, growth, and discovery of self. I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker that weaves creativity, an integrative approach to therapeutic modalities, and, most importantly, compassion, into my therapeutic practice. My mission is to guide clients on a transformative journey, fostering comfort, safety, and acceptance.
I specialize in adoption/foster care, relationship conflict/marital conflict (codependency, narcissism, attachment, etc.
I want to applaud you for taking a step towards healing, growth, and discovery of self. I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker that weaves creativity, an integrative approach to therapeutic modalities, and, most importantly, compassion, into my therapeutic practice. My mission is to guide clients on a transformative journey, fostering comfort, safety, and acceptance.
(470) 634-8811 View (470) 634-8811
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Lisa Miller Zawko
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30305
During her time within the school setting and clinical experience with a local agency, Lisa has worked extensively with families who have experienced life stage transitions such as: adoption, grief, and divorce.
Lisa is an Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor who has more than ten years of experience specializing in working with children, teens, and families in private, public, and charter schools in metro Atlanta. She encompasses a unique perspective stemming from her years as a teacher, school counselor, and school-based therapist providing a proactive approach to wellness. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Mississippi, Master of Arts in Teaching in Early Childhood Education from Reinhardt University, and Master of Science in School Counseling from Mercer University.
During her time within the school setting and clinical experience with a local agency, Lisa has worked extensively with families who have experienced life stage transitions such as: adoption, grief, and divorce.
Lisa is an Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor who has more than ten years of experience specializing in working with children, teens, and families in private, public, and charter schools in metro Atlanta. She encompasses a unique perspective stemming from her years as a teacher, school counselor, and school-based therapist providing a proactive approach to wellness. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Mississippi, Master of Arts in Teaching in Early Childhood Education from Reinhardt University, and Master of Science in School Counseling from Mercer University.
(678) 726-1749 View (678) 726-1749
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Jamie Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080  (Online Only)
I wholeheartedly believe that because the majority of our wounds occur inside relationship, healing will come through relationship as well. In our work, I can offer you warmth and empathy as we gently explore the ‘why’ behind what you do while uncovering your strength and resilience. My work with clients focuses on grief and loss, trauma, relational discord, anxiety, depression, body image, life-transitions, adoption-related issues, parenthood and the intersection of faith and spirituality with day to day living.
I wholeheartedly believe that because the majority of our wounds occur inside relationship, healing will come through relationship as well. In our work, I can offer you warmth and empathy as we gently explore the ‘why’ behind what you do while uncovering your strength and resilience. My work with clients focuses on grief and loss, trauma, relational discord, anxiety, depression, body image, life-transitions, adoption-related issues, parenthood and the intersection of faith and spirituality with day to day living.
(404) 924-4456 View (404) 924-4456
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LaFrancine Wells Bradford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, GA 30236  (Online Only)
She is a graduate from the Center for Adoptions support and Education’s Training for Adoption Competency program.
Lifetime Counseling and Management Services focuses on creating a comfortable and stress-free environment all while providing professional service. LaFrancine is straightforward, yet compassionate and a caring person who strives to maximize happiness in the lives of all clients equipping them with problem-solving techniques which will potentially enable clients to make best life decisions. Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism are held in high regard as well as her biblical foundation. As a Marriage Family Therapist, LaFrancine is committed to helping you get through challenges life can bring throughout your lifetime.
She is a graduate from the Center for Adoptions support and Education’s Training for Adoption Competency program.
Lifetime Counseling and Management Services focuses on creating a comfortable and stress-free environment all while providing professional service. LaFrancine is straightforward, yet compassionate and a caring person who strives to maximize happiness in the lives of all clients equipping them with problem-solving techniques which will potentially enable clients to make best life decisions. Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism are held in high regard as well as her biblical foundation. As a Marriage Family Therapist, LaFrancine is committed to helping you get through challenges life can bring throughout your lifetime.
(229) 442-9038 View (229) 442-9038
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Pathways Transition Programs, INC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, GA 30045  (Online Only)
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community: *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs, INC. is a private, community based mental health services provider. We serve children, adolescents, adults, and families residing in Hall County & the surrounding counties of Georgia. PTP is able to provide therapy, paraprofessional, and psychiatry services to both English & Spanish speaking clients. We offer services in the school, home, and community setting. Our comprehensive array of assessments/therapy services foster change & growth while supporting clients to heal their wounds of trauma & life challenges. We provide training/skill development to enhance coping skills & build resilience.
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community: *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs, INC. is a private, community based mental health services provider. We serve children, adolescents, adults, and families residing in Hall County & the surrounding counties of Georgia. PTP is able to provide therapy, paraprofessional, and psychiatry services to both English & Spanish speaking clients. We offer services in the school, home, and community setting. Our comprehensive array of assessments/therapy services foster change & growth while supporting clients to heal their wounds of trauma & life challenges. We provide training/skill development to enhance coping skills & build resilience.
(470) 236-5317 x5 View (470) 236-5317 x5
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Pathways Transition Programs, INC
Psychologist, MD, LPC, LCSW, LAPC, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community: *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs is a private mental health services provider for children and their families located in DECATUR, WATKINSVILLE, and LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA. From our team of 100+ medical and counseling staff, we match clients to therapists best able to address specific needs. We offer a comprehensive array of assessment and therapy services to foster and support change/growth through healing the wounds of trauma and life challenges, and training/skill development to enhance coping skills and build resilience. We take great pride in being a resource for all individuals and families we serve.
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community: *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs is a private mental health services provider for children and their families located in DECATUR, WATKINSVILLE, and LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA. From our team of 100+ medical and counseling staff, we match clients to therapists best able to address specific needs. We offer a comprehensive array of assessment and therapy services to foster and support change/growth through healing the wounds of trauma and life challenges, and training/skill development to enhance coping skills and build resilience. We take great pride in being a resource for all individuals and families we serve.
(404) 620-3438 View (404) 620-3438
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Darleen Claire Wodzenski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA-ESE, MA-CMHC, QPPE, PhD LPC, NCC ACS
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30066
Our practice offers research-based holistic services to support healing from such challenges as Depression, Anxiety, Autism, Neurodiversity, Attachment Disorder, Trauma, IPV or DV, Sexual or Physical Abuse, Dissociation, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Learning & Developmental Issues & Child Protective Services, Adoption, Foster Placement.
I love children of all ages - from 0 to 99 - and I am truly here to help. Are you dealing with Relationship issues? Mental health? Learning? Development? Getting along with siblings, peers, spouse? We know that humans must learn a precise set of skills & developmental capacities to thrive. When people experience an interruption in healthy social, emotional, moral, and attachment development, serious problems can arise throughout their lives. We provide integrated support for clients of all ages in a compassionate, loving, & safe environment.
Our practice offers research-based holistic services to support healing from such challenges as Depression, Anxiety, Autism, Neurodiversity, Attachment Disorder, Trauma, IPV or DV, Sexual or Physical Abuse, Dissociation, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Learning & Developmental Issues & Child Protective Services, Adoption, Foster Placement.
I love children of all ages - from 0 to 99 - and I am truly here to help. Are you dealing with Relationship issues? Mental health? Learning? Development? Getting along with siblings, peers, spouse? We know that humans must learn a precise set of skills & developmental capacities to thrive. When people experience an interruption in healthy social, emotional, moral, and attachment development, serious problems can arise throughout their lives. We provide integrated support for clients of all ages in a compassionate, loving, & safe environment.
(678) 726-5375 View (678) 726-5375
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Yonika Hajdasz
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30214  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced early childhood trauma due to foster care/adoption, abandonment, loss, and self-identity.
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or stress or just feel overwhelmed? I understand that opening up to a stranger can be scary and I commend you for taking the step to seek help to begin working through those challenges. I work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression.
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced early childhood trauma due to foster care/adoption, abandonment, loss, and self-identity.
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or stress or just feel overwhelmed? I understand that opening up to a stranger can be scary and I commend you for taking the step to seek help to begin working through those challenges. I work with adults and adolescents who are experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression.
(404) 737-9545 View (404) 737-9545
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Heather Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30009
As a clinician at Counsel Connections (formerly named Thriveworks Counseling), it is my goal to help clients find hope, healing and wholeness. I specialize in working with women who have trauma/abuse/PTSD histories. Anxiety and depression are major focuses of the work I do. Additionally, I specialize in the adoption field, serving birth mothers/families, adoptive families, and adoptees.
As a clinician at Counsel Connections (formerly named Thriveworks Counseling), it is my goal to help clients find hope, healing and wholeness. I specialize in working with women who have trauma/abuse/PTSD histories. Anxiety and depression are major focuses of the work I do. Additionally, I specialize in the adoption field, serving birth mothers/families, adoptive families, and adoptees.
(770) 288-5901 View (770) 288-5901
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Camie L. Vincent
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, GA 30188
Listed under the National Crime Victims Research & Treatment Center of South Carolina as a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and is a Certified Adoption Therapist that addresses pre and post-adoption challenges.
I provide therapy in a supportive atmosphere, to adults, children, couples, and families, who need assistance in dealing with life's obstacles. I see clients from two to ninety-nine years of age. Whether it's child behavior problems, individual stressors, couple, or family issues, inner peace is attainable. I assist people in increasing their level of happiness and overall life satisfaction while focusing on building better relationships and stronger families. The goal is always the same- to enable clients to become the best version of themselves.
Listed under the National Crime Victims Research & Treatment Center of South Carolina as a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and is a Certified Adoption Therapist that addresses pre and post-adoption challenges.
I provide therapy in a supportive atmosphere, to adults, children, couples, and families, who need assistance in dealing with life's obstacles. I see clients from two to ninety-nine years of age. Whether it's child behavior problems, individual stressors, couple, or family issues, inner peace is attainable. I assist people in increasing their level of happiness and overall life satisfaction while focusing on building better relationships and stronger families. The goal is always the same- to enable clients to become the best version of themselves.
(678) 264-6207 View (678) 264-6207
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Core Therapy Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BCBA, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Tucker, GA 30084
-Anxiety -OCD -ADD -ADHD -Executive Functions -Adoption -ASD (children - young adult) -Early Intervention -Behavior Analysis -Family Therapy -Advocacy -Music Therapy.
"I believe in creating a safe and active environment where skills and tools needed to change or successfully transition through a life challenge can be developed and practiced. Everyone has the capability to excel and feel successful, especially when meaningful and doable steps are discovered. All of this occurs when you build trusting and genuine relationships." -Katrina
-Anxiety -OCD -ADD -ADHD -Executive Functions -Adoption -ASD (children - young adult) -Early Intervention -Behavior Analysis -Family Therapy -Advocacy -Music Therapy.
"I believe in creating a safe and active environment where skills and tools needed to change or successfully transition through a life challenge can be developed and practiced. Everyone has the capability to excel and feel successful, especially when meaningful and doable steps are discovered. All of this occurs when you build trusting and genuine relationships." -Katrina
(678) 671-3823 x1001 View (678) 671-3823 x1001
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Pathways Transition Programs, INC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MD, LCSW, LAPC, LMSW, MFT
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, GA 30045  (Online Only)
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community including *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs is a private mental health services provider in LAWRENCEVILLE, GA for all ages. We specialize in working with children, teens, and parents. In addition to our office, we visit clients in their homes, schools, & other locations (restrictions apply). From our team of medical and counseling staff, we match clients to therapists best able to address their specific needs. We offer a comprehensive array of assessment and therapy services to foster and support change/growth through healing the wounds of trauma and life challenges, and training/skill development to enhance coping skills and build resilience.
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community including *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs is a private mental health services provider in LAWRENCEVILLE, GA for all ages. We specialize in working with children, teens, and parents. In addition to our office, we visit clients in their homes, schools, & other locations (restrictions apply). From our team of medical and counseling staff, we match clients to therapists best able to address their specific needs. We offer a comprehensive array of assessment and therapy services to foster and support change/growth through healing the wounds of trauma and life challenges, and training/skill development to enhance coping skills and build resilience.
(470) 323-8772 View (470) 323-8772
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Pathways Transition Programs, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MD, LCSW, LAPC, LMSW, MFT
Verified Verified
Winder, GA 30680
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community including *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs is a private mental health services provider in WINDER, GA for all ages. We specialize in working with children, teens, and parents. In addition to our office, we visit clients in their homes, schools, & other locations (restrictions apply). From our team of medical and counseling staff, we match clients to therapists best able to address their specific needs. We offer a comprehensive array of assessment and therapy services to foster and support change/growth through healing the wounds of trauma and life challenges, and training/skill development to enhance coping skills and build resilience.
Our clients represent the variety and richness of our community including *Parents/families seeking assistance *Courts/child protective services hoping to interrupt inter-generational cycles of family stress, conflict *Adoption/foster care agencies/refugee resettlement agencies *Adults searching for balance resilience building to meet life's challenges.
Pathways Transition Programs is a private mental health services provider in WINDER, GA for all ages. We specialize in working with children, teens, and parents. In addition to our office, we visit clients in their homes, schools, & other locations (restrictions apply). From our team of medical and counseling staff, we match clients to therapists best able to address their specific needs. We offer a comprehensive array of assessment and therapy services to foster and support change/growth through healing the wounds of trauma and life challenges, and training/skill development to enhance coping skills and build resilience.
(470) 518-4038 View (470) 518-4038
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Emma Green
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Roswell, GA 30075
), anxiety, and adoption.
Emma is a therapist who believes each client has a completely unique set of needs. Therefore, their treatment plan should be a collaborative effort, specifically and uniquely geared towards meeting each client’s needs while also reaching their goals. She aims to provide a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where her clients feel comfortable opening up. As a firm believer in the healing power of laughter, Emma often incorporates humor as a tool for connection and healing.
), anxiety, and adoption.
Emma is a therapist who believes each client has a completely unique set of needs. Therefore, their treatment plan should be a collaborative effort, specifically and uniquely geared towards meeting each client’s needs while also reaching their goals. She aims to provide a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where her clients feel comfortable opening up. As a firm believer in the healing power of laughter, Emma often incorporates humor as a tool for connection and healing.
(678) 535-2492 View (678) 535-2492
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Julie River
Counselor, MS, LAPC, NCC, CPS, RCP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I am an EMDR trained trauma therapist working with relationship challenges, addiction, trauma, adoption, identity struggles, and self-esteem issues.
Hello! I am a holistic, postmodern, creative, and non-traditional psychotherapist who takes a developmental and systems perspective on human behavior - recognizing the intersectionality of the whole person. One's unique physical, mental, emotional, social, and cultural aspects directly impact one's struggles, challenges, and goals. I work to help clients form an in-depth understanding of themselves beginning in childhood where core beliefs, attachment-patterns, and automatic thinking/behaving originates. I take an inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming & multicultural approach specializing in experiential and inner-child therapy.
I am an EMDR trained trauma therapist working with relationship challenges, addiction, trauma, adoption, identity struggles, and self-esteem issues.
Hello! I am a holistic, postmodern, creative, and non-traditional psychotherapist who takes a developmental and systems perspective on human behavior - recognizing the intersectionality of the whole person. One's unique physical, mental, emotional, social, and cultural aspects directly impact one's struggles, challenges, and goals. I work to help clients form an in-depth understanding of themselves beginning in childhood where core beliefs, attachment-patterns, and automatic thinking/behaving originates. I take an inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming & multicultural approach specializing in experiential and inner-child therapy.
(470) 980-7791 View (470) 980-7791
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Breeann Hamp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30097  (Online Only)
I have experience with individuals in their formative years, especially surrounding adoption, and have worked extensively with adolescents.
I provide a nonjudgmental and accepting environment for clients to feel safe as they tell their stories. I take a collaborative approach, understanding and recognizing that we must work together to accomplish your goals, offering support every step of the way. I recognize that deciding to find a therapist and seeking treatment is a difficult, challenging and highly personal decision. Talking about your life and disclosing personal details to someone you've never met in a professional setting can be daunting and unnerving. I strive to create a comfortable environment for each one of my clients, honoring self-determination.
I have experience with individuals in their formative years, especially surrounding adoption, and have worked extensively with adolescents.
I provide a nonjudgmental and accepting environment for clients to feel safe as they tell their stories. I take a collaborative approach, understanding and recognizing that we must work together to accomplish your goals, offering support every step of the way. I recognize that deciding to find a therapist and seeking treatment is a difficult, challenging and highly personal decision. Talking about your life and disclosing personal details to someone you've never met in a professional setting can be daunting and unnerving. I strive to create a comfortable environment for each one of my clients, honoring self-determination.
(470) 946-6420 View (470) 946-6420
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Rene Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Scottdale, GA 30079
Hello! I am located in Atlanta, Georgia, but provide telehealth in MD, VA, FL, WV, & NC. I specialize in working with children, teens, families, and adult individuals who have difficulty with anxiety, depression, ADHD, emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, or have experienced trauma. I have extensive experience supporting the adoption triad, and LGBTQ+ kids, families, and individuals. Rather than have a “one size fits all” perspective, I use a blend of treatment approaches to meet each client’s individual needs including play therapy, mindfulness and body-based work, CBT, ERP, EMDR, attachment and trauma-informed approaches.
Hello! I am located in Atlanta, Georgia, but provide telehealth in MD, VA, FL, WV, & NC. I specialize in working with children, teens, families, and adult individuals who have difficulty with anxiety, depression, ADHD, emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, or have experienced trauma. I have extensive experience supporting the adoption triad, and LGBTQ+ kids, families, and individuals. Rather than have a “one size fits all” perspective, I use a blend of treatment approaches to meet each client’s individual needs including play therapy, mindfulness and body-based work, CBT, ERP, EMDR, attachment and trauma-informed approaches.
(678) 737-4665 View (678) 737-4665
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Rena' Glass-Dixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Conyers, GA 30094  (Online Only)
Navigating the various streams of life is challenging and scary at times. Making the decision to seek counseling is a step towards taking control of your health and wellness. When a person feels this way, therapy will more likely be the most helpful to them. I strongly believe that a person should be actively engaged and hopeful about the therapy. The most central idea in my work is using the Strengths Perspectives in therapy. The theoretical approaches that I will use are eclectic, based on the major theories of Social Work Practices, the initial assessment, the person's decision for entering therapy, and the most appropriate.
Navigating the various streams of life is challenging and scary at times. Making the decision to seek counseling is a step towards taking control of your health and wellness. When a person feels this way, therapy will more likely be the most helpful to them. I strongly believe that a person should be actively engaged and hopeful about the therapy. The most central idea in my work is using the Strengths Perspectives in therapy. The theoretical approaches that I will use are eclectic, based on the major theories of Social Work Practices, the initial assessment, the person's decision for entering therapy, and the most appropriate.
(470) 625-5571 x701 View (470) 625-5571 x701

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Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.