ADHD Therapists in Perry, GA

With 30 years of counseling experience, I hope to provide a safe space for clients to process their thoughts and feelings. My therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I received my undergraduate degree in 1992 from Virginia Tech in Family and Child Development and my masters degree in Counseling from Radford University in 1994.

Something is not quite right...you notice little things at first and then you get your child checked out because you just can't shake that parental feeling that something is wrong. And you hear the words... your child has Autism. Your world shatters...I know, I have been there not just once, but twice with my son and my daughter. In the Autism world there are acronyms like: SLP, OT, PT, OCD, ADHD,ODD & ABA. There are so many different therapies needed. It can be overwhelming for you, your family and your child. There is hope. There is life. Autism is a journey and we can help with your journey.

At Happy Moments Therapy & Consulting, we don’t seek to control behavior, but instead, look to give our clients the self-advocacy and coping skills they need to communicate in their world! We offer life and wellness coaching that can help you organize and prioritize your goals through important life Transitions! As an neurodiverse individual with ADHD, I use real experiences to assist my clients.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with direct experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, utilizing a wide range of modalities in order to maximize a person-centered approach. I received a Master’s degree in Social Work in December 2016 from Southern Adventist University in Collegedale, TN. In 2018, my family and I relocated to South Georgia.Since then, I worked with adolescents at Donalsonville Hospital Behavioral Health Unit, and I completed the Georgia required hours to become an LCSW in September 2020.

My name is Holly M. Stilwell and I am "The Therapist Next Door". I graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine with a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been clinically trained to treat a variety of mental health disorders, grief, and trauma. I have experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, marriages, and families. I also have experience working with military families who are faced with difficulties that are unique to the position they hold in serving our country such as deployment, PCS, and PTSD.

I believe that anybody can achieve greatness, some people can do this alone others need a helping hand to achieve. Given the opportunity I will do my best to assist you unlock your potential. I have a very real and down-to-earth approach where I individualize my therapy techniques to fit each person's personality and mental capacity.

Are you overwhelmed, tired, or stressed? Maybe just worn down from the everyday life battles that you face? Does it feel like no one understands or that you can’t find the words to communicate how you feel? At times, words are difficult to navigate and having someone there to listen and guide us can help us along the way in this journey that we call life.

I am an adolescent and adult therapist with seven years of experience. I focus on mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, life transitions, and adolescents/teens. I have worked with young adults, women, and men as they face challenges at different places within their life spans. I utilize a mix of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused, Strength-Based, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) modalities. To choose to commit to therapy is a decision that takes great strength, courage, and vulnerability, but it is also very rewarding. I feel that it is a privilege to hear someone’s story.

No one said life was going to be easy. We go through challenging situations in life when you feel like the weight of the world is trying to overtake you. There's nothing wrong with seeking out additional support and assistance when these difficult times occur. Self-awareness is the key element one needs to possess in knowing when help is needed. Deciding to receive therapy shows that you are taking personal responsibility for your own well-being and thusly creating and gaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals, and your values.

I liken my occupation to what I consider to be my divine appointment in life. My ultimate aim is best summarized by the following motto---"Helping everyday people achieve growth, healing, and change." I believe that we all experience challenges that deplete our natural abilities to cope. Maybe you've experienced the loss of a loved one or are trying to piece your family back together after an experience with substance abuse. Either way, I have the clinical skills and knowledge of resources that can help you and your loved ones regain control and move towards healthier, happier lives.

At Southern Bridge, our mission is to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families and couples.

Life can be hard! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, job loss, grief, or low self-esteem? Reach out to me and I will walk with you and give you the tools to live life on life's terms!! Do you have young adults entering college soon or graduating with no direction? As a former school counselor, allow me to assist them in reaching their goals. My heart is in helping you improve! I have worked in a wide variety of mental health settings over the last 25 years in the business of counseling and I will work with you to resolve most problems that you may have.

I provide therapy for a variety of issues that you may be facing. The most prominent of these issues are depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. This does not mean I do not provide counseling for other issues or that those “other” issues are not as important. Here are a few examples of those “other” issues I have experience with: grief counseling, social skills education, substance abuse, parenting, domestic violence education/counseling and therapy related to chronic medical issues. In my practice, I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). When appropriate, I use other treatment modalities as well.

My ideal client is you. We currently are living in a period of time that has caused a lot of stress, fear and frustration, to just name a few of the complicated emotions. More than ever now we are talking about our mental health and the ways we are struggling to adjust to this ever changing environment. I have been blessed to have worked with so many different individuals from various ages and backgrounds. My goal is to change your perspective on therapy and provide you with a positive and helpful experience.

Welcome! I'm glad you are here. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia. I have over 7 years of experience working in the mental health field, including working in a variety of settings such as in the office, in home, and in the community including schools from primary to high school. I have worked with clients from age 4 to adults with a multitude of presenting issues such as trauma, depression, self-harm, anxiety, anger, relationship and family conflicts, mild autism, intellectual/developmental disabilities, adjustment difficulties, and self-esteem. My counseling style is warm, supportive, and interactive.

GROWING UP'S NOT EASY! Whether you’re realizing how tough it is to be an adult, confronting typical trials of adolescence, or facing an impending crisis, life can become too much to handle on your own.