Adoption Therapists in Newnan, GA

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Julie Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newnan, GA 30263
My extensive trauma training may also benefit adoptive parents who discover that their own childhood wounds become activated through adoption challenges.
Hello there, my hope is that I can help you reach the quality of life you are seeking. My expertise is in individual and family counseling, with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology. I work with individuals, families, adolescents, and adults, addressing attachment trauma that can span a lifetime. Childhood wounds often manifest in present relationships, and I focus on helping foster individuals find emotional balance as these injuries can lead to depression, anxiety, and personality disorders.
My extensive trauma training may also benefit adoptive parents who discover that their own childhood wounds become activated through adoption challenges.
Hello there, my hope is that I can help you reach the quality of life you are seeking. My expertise is in individual and family counseling, with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology. I work with individuals, families, adolescents, and adults, addressing attachment trauma that can span a lifetime. Childhood wounds often manifest in present relationships, and I focus on helping foster individuals find emotional balance as these injuries can lead to depression, anxiety, and personality disorders.
(678) 736-7522 View (678) 736-7522
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Atlanta Christian Counseling/Child, Teen, Family
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newnan, GA 30265
My counseling experience is vast, including crisis pregnancy and adoption counseling, church-based therapy, hospital crisis intervention, and private Christian practice with believers of all faith backgrounds.
Atlanta Christian Counseling is a counseling experience that is Spirit led. If you have a child, teenager or family member who is struggling, then please reach out. I work with children as young as five and serve all ages through seniors. I recognize God as the healer, and our responsibility and privilege to participate in this process. Therapy is a practical tool that I have seen God use to facilitate healing and reconciliation. Therapy is hands on incorporating both play and talk therapy.
My counseling experience is vast, including crisis pregnancy and adoption counseling, church-based therapy, hospital crisis intervention, and private Christian practice with believers of all faith backgrounds.
Atlanta Christian Counseling is a counseling experience that is Spirit led. If you have a child, teenager or family member who is struggling, then please reach out. I work with children as young as five and serve all ages through seniors. I recognize God as the healer, and our responsibility and privilege to participate in this process. Therapy is a practical tool that I have seen God use to facilitate healing and reconciliation. Therapy is hands on incorporating both play and talk therapy.
(770) 324-1315 View (770) 324-1315
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Core Therapy Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BCBA, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Newnan, GA 30265
-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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William (Bill) Macke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newnan, GA 30265
I have extensive training in trauma, EMDR, foster care and adoption issues as well as chemical and sexual addictions.
I enjoy working with those clients who recognize that change can happen and is good. I enjoy working with individuals, families, couples and groups. Those who recognize that change depends on them, individually and collectively. I do not cause change but only facilitate the process. As we are all in the process of living and life can sometimes be very difficult, we can learn and change everyday. I can help you become the person you want to be, just as the chrysalis wants and does become a beautiful butterfly.
I have extensive training in trauma, EMDR, foster care and adoption issues as well as chemical and sexual addictions.
I enjoy working with those clients who recognize that change can happen and is good. I enjoy working with individuals, families, couples and groups. Those who recognize that change depends on them, individually and collectively. I do not cause change but only facilitate the process. As we are all in the process of living and life can sometimes be very difficult, we can learn and change everyday. I can help you become the person you want to be, just as the chrysalis wants and does become a beautiful butterfly.
(770) 626-7844 View (770) 626-7844
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Stefanie Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS, ERPSCC, ASDCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newnan, GA 30265
My belief is everyone needs a little help sometimes. Life is stressful and bad things happen to good people. I help by coming along side my clients and help them to develop a more positive mindset through various therapy methods. The most important aspect of therapy is the working relationship between the client and therapist. Through being genuine and building trust, I work to create a safe space that allows my clients to feel comfortable being open and honest. I am also basic trained in EMDR and sand tray therapy. By dealing with this trauma individuals can begin to heal and make positive changes.
My belief is everyone needs a little help sometimes. Life is stressful and bad things happen to good people. I help by coming along side my clients and help them to develop a more positive mindset through various therapy methods. The most important aspect of therapy is the working relationship between the client and therapist. Through being genuine and building trust, I work to create a safe space that allows my clients to feel comfortable being open and honest. I am also basic trained in EMDR and sand tray therapy. By dealing with this trauma individuals can begin to heal and make positive changes.
(404) 390-2632 View (404) 390-2632
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Jessica Paige Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newnan, GA 30263  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor with over ten years experience in counseling children, adolescents, and young adults. I am experienced in counseling a variety of issues, such as trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and difficult transitions.
I am a licensed professional counselor with over ten years experience in counseling children, adolescents, and young adults. I am experienced in counseling a variety of issues, such as trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and difficult transitions.
(470) 470-6065 View (470) 470-6065
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Cailla Grizzle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newnan, GA 30265
Waitlist for new clients
Cailla has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lagrange College. She has worked with a variety of populations and demographics – predominantly women, teens, and children in both residential and outreach treatment. She has much experience providing therapy for both individuals and groups, specializing in substance use management, ADHD, trauma, and emotion regulation. Cailla approaches therapy by evaluating what her clients want to achieve and supporting them in meeting their goals. Cailla is passionate and caring for each one of her clients and believes it is important to treat the whole person.
Cailla has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lagrange College. She has worked with a variety of populations and demographics – predominantly women, teens, and children in both residential and outreach treatment. She has much experience providing therapy for both individuals and groups, specializing in substance use management, ADHD, trauma, and emotion regulation. Cailla approaches therapy by evaluating what her clients want to achieve and supporting them in meeting their goals. Cailla is passionate and caring for each one of her clients and believes it is important to treat the whole person.
(770) 270-3078 View (770) 270-3078
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Beauty For Ashes Counseling & Mental Health Serv
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newnan, GA 30263  (Online Only)
My true passion and life purpose is to help hurting people achieve the best possible quality of life. With all of life's difficulties, we often need assistance in developing coping skills, healthy thought patterns, and emotional equilibrium. I see myself as a guide who helps people navigate through difficulty to holistically healthy living, based on their own personal commitment, faith, and self determination.
My true passion and life purpose is to help hurting people achieve the best possible quality of life. With all of life's difficulties, we often need assistance in developing coping skills, healthy thought patterns, and emotional equilibrium. I see myself as a guide who helps people navigate through difficulty to holistically healthy living, based on their own personal commitment, faith, and self determination.
(912) 348-4085 View (912) 348-4085
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Linda Weigand
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Newnan, GA 30263
I am committed to providing competent and compassionate counseling and life-coaching services that will promote healthy physical, emotional, and spiritual development. My primary focus is to equip families and individuals for effective living through relationship, experience, and a warm inviting atmosphere.
I am committed to providing competent and compassionate counseling and life-coaching services that will promote healthy physical, emotional, and spiritual development. My primary focus is to equip families and individuals for effective living through relationship, experience, and a warm inviting atmosphere.
(404) 566-8331 View (404) 566-8331
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Alzirene Campos Faubion
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Newnan, GA 30265
As a play therapist my passion is to help children to express their needs, wants, and conflicts with themselves and their families using the toys and miniature as their language. "Fish swim, birds fly, children play." Gary Landreth
As a play therapist my passion is to help children to express their needs, wants, and conflicts with themselves and their families using the toys and miniature as their language. "Fish swim, birds fly, children play." Gary Landreth
(678) 253-4429 View (678) 253-4429
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Jenny Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newnan, GA 30263
Is your child just not themselves due to depression or anxiety? Are you struggling with your child’s behaviors and don’t know what to do next? 
Congratulations on taking the first step to getting support for your child and family! Some problems are too big for parents to handle alone, and it's okay to ask for help. Together we can help your child overcome obstacles that may be preventing them from living life to their fullest potential. I have been working with children and families since 2004 and specialize in working with children 4-18 who may be struggling with mood, anxiety, trauma and adjusting to changes in their life.
Is your child just not themselves due to depression or anxiety? Are you struggling with your child’s behaviors and don’t know what to do next? 
Congratulations on taking the first step to getting support for your child and family! Some problems are too big for parents to handle alone, and it's okay to ask for help. Together we can help your child overcome obstacles that may be preventing them from living life to their fullest potential. I have been working with children and families since 2004 and specialize in working with children 4-18 who may be struggling with mood, anxiety, trauma and adjusting to changes in their life.
(470) 693-8654 View (470) 693-8654
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Tim Lane & Associates
Pastoral Counselor, BA, MDiv, DMin
Verified Verified
Newnan, GA 30263
If you are seeking help, I have 30+ years of pastoral and counseling experience. I seek to be a patient listener before providing guidance. I believe human struggles are often rooted in a combination of physiological, psychological, social and situational influences. I want to take all of that into consideration as I get to know you. I have completed the Gottman Method Couple's Therapy: Level 1 and 2
If you are seeking help, I have 30+ years of pastoral and counseling experience. I seek to be a patient listener before providing guidance. I believe human struggles are often rooted in a combination of physiological, psychological, social and situational influences. I want to take all of that into consideration as I get to know you. I have completed the Gottman Method Couple's Therapy: Level 1 and 2
(678) 498-7345 View (678) 498-7345
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Jami Bever
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newnan, GA 30265
It’s midnight and you're up again, unable to sleep, the weight of the world on your shoulders. Worries about your kids, your career, your relationships. Feeling alone and wondering if you’re the only one who wrestles daily like this-fighting memories from the past, wounds that haven’t healed, hurts that continue to get in the way of life today..all while facing the uncertainty of new life transitions. Everyday feels like another battle and you’re tired, overwhelmed, burned out. You crave a break. You have things you want to do in your life, an idea of the person you want to be but, something just keeps getting in the way.
It’s midnight and you're up again, unable to sleep, the weight of the world on your shoulders. Worries about your kids, your career, your relationships. Feeling alone and wondering if you’re the only one who wrestles daily like this-fighting memories from the past, wounds that haven’t healed, hurts that continue to get in the way of life today..all while facing the uncertainty of new life transitions. Everyday feels like another battle and you’re tired, overwhelmed, burned out. You crave a break. You have things you want to do in your life, an idea of the person you want to be but, something just keeps getting in the way.
(470) 465-9910 View (470) 465-9910
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West Georgia Counseling & Assessment Services, LLC
LPC
Verified Verified
Newnan, GA 30263
West Georgia Counseling & Assessment Services has been servicing families through the DFCS since 2000. As of 2021, our practice also services individuals and families with private insurance, as a self pay client, individual, marital & family therapy sessions. We proudly serve our military veterans and their families as well as all members of our community. Our agency is composed of male and female, highly credentialed, diverse, and experienced staff of LPC's, APC's, Master level counselors, parent aids, and other staff.
West Georgia Counseling & Assessment Services has been servicing families through the DFCS since 2000. As of 2021, our practice also services individuals and families with private insurance, as a self pay client, individual, marital & family therapy sessions. We proudly serve our military veterans and their families as well as all members of our community. Our agency is composed of male and female, highly credentialed, diverse, and experienced staff of LPC's, APC's, Master level counselors, parent aids, and other staff.
(762) 225-9520 View (762) 225-9520
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Still Waters Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newnan, GA 30263
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel stuck, desperate to move forward in your life but can't seem to leave the past in the past? Do your emotions get the best of you...anxiety, depression, anger, irritability? Are you tired of taking care of or trying to fix everyone else but feel guilty for wanting to focus on your own needs and wants for a change? Maybe you've lost a sense of who you are and don't even know what your needs and wants are. Maybe your past experiences, possibly physical or sexual abuse, create shame, guilt or deep emotional pain.
Do you feel stuck, desperate to move forward in your life but can't seem to leave the past in the past? Do your emotions get the best of you...anxiety, depression, anger, irritability? Are you tired of taking care of or trying to fix everyone else but feel guilty for wanting to focus on your own needs and wants for a change? Maybe you've lost a sense of who you are and don't even know what your needs and wants are. Maybe your past experiences, possibly physical or sexual abuse, create shame, guilt or deep emotional pain.
(678) 256-2833 View (678) 256-2833

More Therapists Nearby

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Helen B Vantine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmetto, GA 30268
I am seeking patients who are particularly interested in their psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual development, not just reducing their suffering. Patients who are interested in expanding their joy, improving their awareness, increasing their risk-taking capacity, and making more thoughtful and conscious choices. I work with adults. I also teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes several times a year. See atlantamindfulness.com for the class schedule. In addition I have extensive training in psychedelic integration.
I am seeking patients who are particularly interested in their psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual development, not just reducing their suffering. Patients who are interested in expanding their joy, improving their awareness, increasing their risk-taking capacity, and making more thoughtful and conscious choices. I work with adults. I also teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes several times a year. See atlantamindfulness.com for the class schedule. In addition I have extensive training in psychedelic integration.
(678) 667-8187 View (678) 667-8187

Online Therapists

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Jeanne Montgomery
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30345
I have been practicing as a Family Therapist for 40+ years. My clients are families, couples, divorced parents with parenting issues, blended families. I also see individuals who have issues related to depression, anxiety and family of origin struggles. I specialize in working with adoptive families, people who are interested in adoption and adoptees. I am an adoptive parent. I work with families dealing with adult children who have a hard time separating and multi-generational families with issues in the larger family system. Lastly, I am a cancer survivor and work with families struggling with health issues.
I have been practicing as a Family Therapist for 40+ years. My clients are families, couples, divorced parents with parenting issues, blended families. I also see individuals who have issues related to depression, anxiety and family of origin struggles. I specialize in working with adoptive families, people who are interested in adoption and adoptees. I am an adoptive parent. I work with families dealing with adult children who have a hard time separating and multi-generational families with issues in the larger family system. Lastly, I am a cancer survivor and work with families struggling with health issues.
(404) 633-3347 View (404) 633-3347
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Nikki McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Hill, GA 30518
It is my joy and passion to help others in life. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I have experience in Autism, ADHD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety, foster care/ adoption, couples counseling, teenage life struggles, adult/women's issues, and general phase of life adjustments.
It is my joy and passion to help others in life. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I have experience in Autism, ADHD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety, foster care/ adoption, couples counseling, teenage life struggles, adult/women's issues, and general phase of life adjustments.
(678) 940-6061 View (678) 940-6061
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Tyler-Leah Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30349  (Online Only)
I am trained in Adoption Competency, AFFIRM & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
I work with children, teenagers, adults, couples/families, active duty military/veterans, LGBTQIA+SGL, and BIPOC experiencing depression, anxiety, life transition, families who have participated in adoption, perinatal/maternal health, trauma-related symptoms, interpersonal relationship conflict, mood-related concerns, domestic violence, and life transitions. I am Licensed in Georgia and Delaware (for telehealth services only). I am paneled with Blue Cross Blue Sheild in New Jersey and Massachusetts for telehealth.
I am trained in Adoption Competency, AFFIRM & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
I work with children, teenagers, adults, couples/families, active duty military/veterans, LGBTQIA+SGL, and BIPOC experiencing depression, anxiety, life transition, families who have participated in adoption, perinatal/maternal health, trauma-related symptoms, interpersonal relationship conflict, mood-related concerns, domestic violence, and life transitions. I am Licensed in Georgia and Delaware (for telehealth services only). I am paneled with Blue Cross Blue Sheild in New Jersey and Massachusetts for telehealth.
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CSG & Associates Counseling and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
McDonough, GA 30252
At CSG we have a wealth of experience including foster care/ adoption, HIV & Aids, intensive in home, inpatient /outpatient with individuals/families/ groups.
"You can change how you feel". CSG Counseling specializes in individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults who are experiencing challenges or difficulties in the home, school or work setting. We also offer couples counseling and divorce care. Whether you are struggling with depression, anger management, impulse control, loss, or some other life change, or you just want a caring, non-judgemental, person with whom to talk, working with a therapist may be the solution that you have been searching for.
At CSG we have a wealth of experience including foster care/ adoption, HIV & Aids, intensive in home, inpatient /outpatient with individuals/families/ groups.
"You can change how you feel". CSG Counseling specializes in individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults who are experiencing challenges or difficulties in the home, school or work setting. We also offer couples counseling and divorce care. Whether you are struggling with depression, anger management, impulse control, loss, or some other life change, or you just want a caring, non-judgemental, person with whom to talk, working with a therapist may be the solution that you have been searching for.
(770) 282-4990 View (770) 282-4990
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.