Expressive Arts Therapists in Roswell, GA

It is my belief that quality of life is promoted by breaking through barriers that prevent wholistic growth of the the individual and/or family unit. Thus, it has been my professional goal to empower individuals, families and communities over the last 20 years from my clinical and educational experiences. My clinical expertise covers the following: Impulse Control Problems, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Sexual Addictions, Mood Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Learning Disorders, Domestic Violence, Sexual Victimization, Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution, Bully Prevention, Anger Management, Family Preservation/Reintegration, Parenting, Stress Management and Assessment/Diagnostics.

Raise your hand if you feel stuck and know in your heart that life can be a lot better than it is now. Oh boy, I see a lot of hands… Welcome, my name is Dr. Margaret Burgess-Wright, and I have been in the business of helping since 1995. Whatever you’ve got, I handle it with the understanding that you are sharing your essence and vulnerability with me – a responsibility that I hold dear.

Roswell Counseling for Children and Adults started out as a solo private practice by Dr. D. Craig Kerley, PsyD, in 2003. For more information, visit our website at www.roswelltherapy.com.

Taking the initial step to find the right fit for therapy can be a challenging decision, and I will meet you exactly where you are at in this moment to get you to the right place. Focusing on the whole-self by integrating mindfulness and holistic techniques, I provide a soft place to land as you make meaning of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped you into the person you are today. I hope to help you reclaim inner strength and guide you to improve communication skills, understand how your attachment style allows you to relate to the world and heal unresolved trauma. You are worthy of love and belonging, and you are not alone.

Welcome! Choosing the provider right for you is a meaningful step toward healing! My integrative approach supports the uniqueness of each individual, I hope you find my style a fit for your needs. I provide a compassionate, accepting and open-minded approach to therapy, creating a therapeutic alliance that encourages individuals to explore concerns and assists in their journey toward empowerment and wellness. To support healing for a more balanced life, I offer various therapeutic techniques and modalities, including CBT, Positive Psychology, SFBT, and EMDR. I specialize in EMDR, Yoga therapy and trauma-informed care.

My belief is that everything in life should begin and end with the positive. Sure, we all have deficits to work on, but building those along the way while also acknowledging what we are doing well is key. My hope for all of my clients is to gain empowerment, confidence, vision, and well-being through a safe and trustworthy therapeutic connection. You are the expert on you, so let me help you realize your best self!

My ideal client would be an adolescent who has endured some type of trauma or abuse. Their needs would include building resiliency and expanding their coping skills "toolbox." Their goal would ultimately be to find hope and healing, despite their adversities. They would want to be an active participant in their treatment, so that therapy could be as beneficial as possible. Having said that, any client who feels that they could benefit from my counseling services is more than welcome into my office!

Connecting with others and with yourself can feel muddy and anxiety provoking, especially in childhood, navigating teenage years, and into young adulthood! My experiences working in school systems, agencies, and now private practice spaces allows me to have a multi-faceted approach to truly cater therapy to your child/teen's circumstance. I use a trauma-informed, interpersonal approach so that clients can feel safe to show up exactly how they are, without any fear of judgement. As therapy is a group effort, I use expressive techniques such as art and play based therapy in order to make processing tough emotions easier!

Hello! I am Alex Hopkins of Early Connections Child & Family Counseling. I specialize in counseling boys ages 8-18, and young men ages 19-22. Many of the young people I work with are recovering from trauma, and need a safe place to heal. Others are struggling to fit in with their peers, and need to know they're not alone. Some of them are navigating the tricky waters of sexual development, or identify as LGBTQ+ and need a place where they are welcomed and affirmed. A lot of the young people I work with feel anxious and/or depressed and want to feel hopeful again. All of the people I work with want to feel safe, seen, and secure.

"My child doesn't know how to regulate their emotions." I hear this a lot. And it's true. No one is born knowing how to regulate their emotions, and most of us who are adults now were never actually taught, we just did our best to figure it out, and now we're trying to pass on the skill to small, emotionally volatile people with half-baked nervous systems. Yeah. If it feels hard, it's because it IS. And if you have a child with some extra emotional sensitivity or sensory processing differences or neurodivergence or a trauma history or big life changes, it's even harder. And now YOUR nervous system is frayed.

Asking for help can be really hard! Talking to a stranger can be uncomfortable. So, I strive to make this process a little bit easier by creating a safe and comfortable space that puts you at ease. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Struggling with self-esteem? Whatever it is that you are going through, my goal is to empower you! I believe that everyone has what they need within them. My goal is to help you bring that out. I work with you to take your expertise in your life and combine it with my clinical knowledge and skills to tailor techniques and strategies to you and your goals.

My name is Nicole Wood and I graduated from The University of Georgia in 2000 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I received my Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University in 2007. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS). I work primarily with upper elementary aged children, adolescents, and women. I was a school counselor for 11 years in the Roswell area and I have been working in private practice for almost 6 years.

If you would like a counselor who will help you address life's challenges without talking down to you, please give me a call. I am a collaborative, relationally-oriented counselor who strives to create a warm environment filled with genuine acceptance of you, no matter where you are in life. If you are tired of wasting your energy on so called problem areas with little to no improvement and would like to figure out a way to use your strengths to address these challenges, I would love to work with you.

I believe that self-awareness is one of the core pillars that aid in the alleviation of suffering. The simplest of lifestyle changes can create immense improvements in the quality of one’s life. Establishing a safe and trusting relationship with a therapist, can relieve psychological and physical imbalances, as well as uncover the unhealthy habits, patterns, and behaviors that lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and chronic pain. My practice focuses on the specific needs of women and girls throughout the lifespan.

I help persons of all ages whose anxiety is spoiling their ability to participate fully in life. Chronic untreated anxiety is a deep form of suffering not visible to others. Treatment starts when you feel really heard and understood. I always begin by listening deeply. The journey of healing and change can be made a bit lighter when shared with a caring therapist. I provide safe, supportive and interactive help to enable you, or your loved one, to manage and overcome anxieties and fears. Together we can make your life and relationships better.

Mason Pacek is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Georgia who has 5 years of experience partnering with children, adults, couples, and armed services veterans seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and relationship issues. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Clemson University and received his Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from Valdosta State University. Mason utilizes relational, systemic, strength based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based, Solution-Focused and emotionally focused approaches to therapy.

Effective therapy begins with an authentic relationship between client and therapist. When this is established, possibilities are virtually endless. I tailor my approach to your needs with whatever you are experiencing or what your goals are. We might identify and understand core causes of dysfunctional thinking and behavior keeping you stuck. We can reprocess deep traumas or anxieties. Ultimately, we can understand and remove barriers keeping you from who you want to be or the peace you desire.

During our initial intake session, my primary focus will be to attentively listen to your concerns and objectives. This crucial first assessment aims to not only understand your struggles and aspirations but also to build a strong therapeutic alliance. It is essential for me to ensure that I am the right match to support you in achieving your desired outcomes. I strongly believe in fostering a collaborative relationship with my clients; we work together as a team, and I am dedicated to cheering you on every step of the way!

My goal is to help my clients achieve optimal functioning by assisting them on their path to wellness. Therapy with me is is based on open, honest communication through meeting my client where they are in their journey and working together to achieve their goals.