In Person Therapists in Smyrna, GA
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If you are someone who is ready to take the leap and share parts of your story with me, then I will be honored to listen; whether its to talk through trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, depression and even processing what it means to be a 2nd generation American. The therapeutic relationship is what we will create to help heal and restore what's broken. In its place is a person empowered to believe they can overcome. If your goal is to get through your issues while making room for self-discovery then this is something we can do together.
If you are someone who is ready to take the leap and share parts of your story with me, then I will be honored to listen; whether its to talk through trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, depression and even processing what it means to be a 2nd generation American. The therapeutic relationship is what we will create to help heal and restore what's broken. In its place is a person empowered to believe they can overcome. If your goal is to get through your issues while making room for self-discovery then this is something we can do together.
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Elissa Lynn & Company, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
At ELC, we believe good therapy includes creating a plan based on the choices and convictions of our clients, to provide the support and treatment they deserve. Our service and commitment is to encourage the build of a solid foundation, to sustain the structure and capacity of emotional health, using innovative, intentional and integrative treatment models. All done through love and compassion.
At ELC, we believe good therapy includes creating a plan based on the choices and convictions of our clients, to provide the support and treatment they deserve. Our service and commitment is to encourage the build of a solid foundation, to sustain the structure and capacity of emotional health, using innovative, intentional and integrative treatment models. All done through love and compassion.
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I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist who specializes in working with students of any age and young adults. Whether you are a child struggling with school-related anxiety, a teen navigating a change-filled year, or an adult going through the daily challenges of life, I work with clients to address your unique needs. I strive to offer comfort where people of all ages can explore their emotions, confront their fears, and find effective coping strategies. My approach is rooted in empathy, fun, and a commitment to empowering clients to regain control over their lives.
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist who specializes in working with students of any age and young adults. Whether you are a child struggling with school-related anxiety, a teen navigating a change-filled year, or an adult going through the daily challenges of life, I work with clients to address your unique needs. I strive to offer comfort where people of all ages can explore their emotions, confront their fears, and find effective coping strategies. My approach is rooted in empathy, fun, and a commitment to empowering clients to regain control over their lives.
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Megan Arnold
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CPCS, NCC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
I enjoy working with children, teens, their families, and adults. I believe the therapeutic process is about building trusting relationships and providing the client with the support and tools to be able to navigate the twists and turns life tends to throw at us. Each client is unique and does not exist within their own bubble, so I work with each individual to find which skills and tools will work best for them to effectively manage their emotions.
I enjoy working with children, teens, their families, and adults. I believe the therapeutic process is about building trusting relationships and providing the client with the support and tools to be able to navigate the twists and turns life tends to throw at us. Each client is unique and does not exist within their own bubble, so I work with each individual to find which skills and tools will work best for them to effectively manage their emotions.
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What does it mean to be a man, and more importantly how does that feel? Together we will unlearn the limiting beliefs that stem from our upbringing and societal narratives, and instead learn how to acknowledge, accept, and deal with the full spectrum of emotions we have. Do you feel you are not properly heard in your relationship by your partner? Do the same troubles keep coming up within your relationship? I assist couples dealing with conflicts within their relationship such as trust, communication, infidelity, and the effects of past traumas surfacing.
What does it mean to be a man, and more importantly how does that feel? Together we will unlearn the limiting beliefs that stem from our upbringing and societal narratives, and instead learn how to acknowledge, accept, and deal with the full spectrum of emotions we have. Do you feel you are not properly heard in your relationship by your partner? Do the same troubles keep coming up within your relationship? I assist couples dealing with conflicts within their relationship such as trust, communication, infidelity, and the effects of past traumas surfacing.
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Nandi Taylor Newby
Associate Professional Counselor, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
I emphasize an individualistic approach to tailor treatment for the client as a whole. I strive to provide a warm and supportive environment for all clients. Together we will cultivate a safe space to learn and grow! I provide counseling services to individuals, couples and families! I offer in person sessions as well as virtual session.
I emphasize an individualistic approach to tailor treatment for the client as a whole. I strive to provide a warm and supportive environment for all clients. Together we will cultivate a safe space to learn and grow! I provide counseling services to individuals, couples and families! I offer in person sessions as well as virtual session.
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Hi, I'm Brooke. I specialize in helping teens and young adults navigate different seasons of life. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty in relationships, starting new schools or jobs, or seeking a better understanding of yourself, I'm here to offer acceptance, understanding, and support.
Hi, I'm Brooke. I specialize in helping teens and young adults navigate different seasons of life. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty in relationships, starting new schools or jobs, or seeking a better understanding of yourself, I'm here to offer acceptance, understanding, and support.
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My passion is working with kids (5+), adolescents, young adult women, and athletes/sports teams facing challenges such as anxiety, life changes, perfectionistic tendencies, self-esteem, managing big emotions, and sports performance. The clients I support are high-achieving, motivated, and goal driven individuals needing someone to walk alongside them in their therapy journey. My goal is to assist clients in reaching their full potential by offering them unconditional encouragement while building upon their strengths and talents.
My passion is working with kids (5+), adolescents, young adult women, and athletes/sports teams facing challenges such as anxiety, life changes, perfectionistic tendencies, self-esteem, managing big emotions, and sports performance. The clients I support are high-achieving, motivated, and goal driven individuals needing someone to walk alongside them in their therapy journey. My goal is to assist clients in reaching their full potential by offering them unconditional encouragement while building upon their strengths and talents.
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As a therapist specializing in both young children and young adult women, I recognize the unique challenges each group faces. For children aged 7 to 11, struggles with self-esteem, sadness, friendships, and school can be overwhelming. They may retreat inward when distressed, making it hard for parents to connect. Moreover, the burden of worrying excessively about others’ opinions can drown out their voices. Parents, while supportive, often find themselves unsure of how best to help. In my practice, I specialize in Play Therapy and Child-Centered approaches, offering a safe environment for children to explore their emotions.
As a therapist specializing in both young children and young adult women, I recognize the unique challenges each group faces. For children aged 7 to 11, struggles with self-esteem, sadness, friendships, and school can be overwhelming. They may retreat inward when distressed, making it hard for parents to connect. Moreover, the burden of worrying excessively about others’ opinions can drown out their voices. Parents, while supportive, often find themselves unsure of how best to help. In my practice, I specialize in Play Therapy and Child-Centered approaches, offering a safe environment for children to explore their emotions.
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It takes bravery and courage to reach out for help. As your counselor, I am here to help and to provide you with tools and skills to create measurable change in your life. I view the therapeutic process as a joint effort and it is my belief that every client deserves to feel supported on their journey. In the therapeutic space, you will be able to gain self-compassion, self-acceptance, and self-understanding. Together, we will seek to move past the challenges that hold you back and set goals for the future that will allow you to pursue a fulfilled life.
It takes bravery and courage to reach out for help. As your counselor, I am here to help and to provide you with tools and skills to create measurable change in your life. I view the therapeutic process as a joint effort and it is my belief that every client deserves to feel supported on their journey. In the therapeutic space, you will be able to gain self-compassion, self-acceptance, and self-understanding. Together, we will seek to move past the challenges that hold you back and set goals for the future that will allow you to pursue a fulfilled life.
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Rachel Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, APC, MACMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Waitlist for new clients
Whatever you have walked through that has led you to this space, I welcome you. In this safe and judgement free environment, you are free to explore who you are, what you’ve experienced, and how to heal. I believe all humans deserve support, with a particular specialization in ADHD & Autism, emotional & physical trauma, LGBTQ+, inner child work, & religious wounding. I have had the honor of sitting with a broad diversity of clients in various settings, and am deeply passionate about social justice, radical empathy, and unconditional positive-regard. You don’t have to walk this challenging process on your own - let’s grow together.
Whatever you have walked through that has led you to this space, I welcome you. In this safe and judgement free environment, you are free to explore who you are, what you’ve experienced, and how to heal. I believe all humans deserve support, with a particular specialization in ADHD & Autism, emotional & physical trauma, LGBTQ+, inner child work, & religious wounding. I have had the honor of sitting with a broad diversity of clients in various settings, and am deeply passionate about social justice, radical empathy, and unconditional positive-regard. You don’t have to walk this challenging process on your own - let’s grow together.
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Every journey in life begins with a choice. Sometimes, we are faced with challenging choices involving family, children, job, sexual identity disclosure, or mental health issues. When confronted with these situations, we often get stuck and we find ourselves feeling confused or indecisive, or just plain tired and overwhelmed. These kinds of life experiences can affect our mood, mental well-being, physical health and emotional stability. They can shake our confidence and self-esteem.There is hope! I am, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years serving the needs of couples, families and children. My experience
Every journey in life begins with a choice. Sometimes, we are faced with challenging choices involving family, children, job, sexual identity disclosure, or mental health issues. When confronted with these situations, we often get stuck and we find ourselves feeling confused or indecisive, or just plain tired and overwhelmed. These kinds of life experiences can affect our mood, mental well-being, physical health and emotional stability. They can shake our confidence and self-esteem.There is hope! I am, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years serving the needs of couples, families and children. My experience
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Tina Morales
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Relationships are hard. Sometimes we experience anxiety around navigating a new relationship, or we’re trying to take our current relationship to the next level and we’re not sure what that next level is. For some of us, we’re experiencing so much frustration around being misunderstood or betrayed by our partner. For others, we just have so much tension in our relationship that it feels like we’re stuck in a never ending cycle of issues. It’s exhausting. So, how do we navigate the parts of us that want to connect and the parts of us that want to protect? I say, let's explore that together.
Relationships are hard. Sometimes we experience anxiety around navigating a new relationship, or we’re trying to take our current relationship to the next level and we’re not sure what that next level is. For some of us, we’re experiencing so much frustration around being misunderstood or betrayed by our partner. For others, we just have so much tension in our relationship that it feels like we’re stuck in a never ending cycle of issues. It’s exhausting. So, how do we navigate the parts of us that want to connect and the parts of us that want to protect? I say, let's explore that together.
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Solemn Retreat Therapeutic Solutions LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30082
My name is Julianna. I’m new to the field, but I’ve had a passion for it since I was 12. I have worked with all ages along with their families, but I’m most effective and extremely enjoy working with individuals ranging from ages 6 to 21. I mostly enjoy working with individuals with a history of suicidal ideations, non-suicidal self-injury, low self-esteem, low motivation, and school avoidance. I find joy from helping individuals come into loving their authentic selves and understanding they deserve life. I also specialize in emotional regulation, distress tolerance and behavior modification for ages 6-9.
My name is Julianna. I’m new to the field, but I’ve had a passion for it since I was 12. I have worked with all ages along with their families, but I’m most effective and extremely enjoy working with individuals ranging from ages 6 to 21. I mostly enjoy working with individuals with a history of suicidal ideations, non-suicidal self-injury, low self-esteem, low motivation, and school avoidance. I find joy from helping individuals come into loving their authentic selves and understanding they deserve life. I also specialize in emotional regulation, distress tolerance and behavior modification for ages 6-9.
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Colleen Walsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
Waitlist for new clients
Ready for a change? Navigating a difficult situation? Reaching out for help can be both scary and life-changing. I am here to assist people in healing what is holding them back.
Ready for a change? Navigating a difficult situation? Reaching out for help can be both scary and life-changing. I am here to assist people in healing what is holding them back.
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Life can take unexpected turns, revealing the lasting impact of our experiences. As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals, families, and couples navigate through the intricacies of complex trauma, chronic pain/illness, grief, and relationship struggles. Whether it's untangling the web of trauma survival or finding a way through the fog of grief, I'm here to walk alongside you. My expertise lies in creating a safe space where you can comfortably explore your story and cultivate resilience to actively engage in and savor life again.
Life can take unexpected turns, revealing the lasting impact of our experiences. As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals, families, and couples navigate through the intricacies of complex trauma, chronic pain/illness, grief, and relationship struggles. Whether it's untangling the web of trauma survival or finding a way through the fog of grief, I'm here to walk alongside you. My expertise lies in creating a safe space where you can comfortably explore your story and cultivate resilience to actively engage in and savor life again.
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I incorporate intersectionality, inclusion, and equity to foster a therapeutic and healing environment for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), Queer and Trans (LGBTQ+ ), and Neurodivergent individuals. I specialize in working with adult clients with marginalized identities and treating depression, anxiety, personality disorders, dissociative symptoms, and trauma and stressor-related disorders.
I incorporate intersectionality, inclusion, and equity to foster a therapeutic and healing environment for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), Queer and Trans (LGBTQ+ ), and Neurodivergent individuals. I specialize in working with adult clients with marginalized identities and treating depression, anxiety, personality disorders, dissociative symptoms, and trauma and stressor-related disorders.
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Life can feel extremely stressful and in current times even uncertain. With so much changing rapidly and so many unknowns it is very possible to feel overwhelmed and tired. At times even feeling alone. If you no longer have access to your usual stress outlets and feel like all of your problems have piled on you I am glad that you have clicked on my profile.
Life can feel extremely stressful and in current times even uncertain. With so much changing rapidly and so many unknowns it is very possible to feel overwhelmed and tired. At times even feeling alone. If you no longer have access to your usual stress outlets and feel like all of your problems have piled on you I am glad that you have clicked on my profile.
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Michelle T. Rhue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Have you ever felt off track? Imbalanced? Lost a sense of direction? Or after experiencing so many changes in life, you just don't recognize who you are anymore? It's not uncommon. Yet, it can feel overwhelming and lonely. In therapy, I can assist you with finding balance. I can help you overcome the negative thinking/behavioral patterns, relationship issues, and past problematic experiences that have led to the struggle to cope with life's challenges. My primary focus is on empowering clients to achieve healthy self-awareness, develop positive relationships, and build progressive coping skills towards positive change.
Have you ever felt off track? Imbalanced? Lost a sense of direction? Or after experiencing so many changes in life, you just don't recognize who you are anymore? It's not uncommon. Yet, it can feel overwhelming and lonely. In therapy, I can assist you with finding balance. I can help you overcome the negative thinking/behavioral patterns, relationship issues, and past problematic experiences that have led to the struggle to cope with life's challenges. My primary focus is on empowering clients to achieve healthy self-awareness, develop positive relationships, and build progressive coping skills towards positive change.
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Would you or others describe your lifestyle as "unconventional"? Are you someone of one or more marginalized identities seeking an affirming space to grow? Do you find yourself worrying excessively or immobilized by fear? Maybe life feels stagnant, and you are looking for more "sparkle." Perhaps you are navigating substance use concerns or having difficulty with setting and maintaining personal and interpersonal boundaries. If your desire is to unlock your truest self with compassion and clarity, I am here to accompany you on that journey.
Would you or others describe your lifestyle as "unconventional"? Are you someone of one or more marginalized identities seeking an affirming space to grow? Do you find yourself worrying excessively or immobilized by fear? Maybe life feels stagnant, and you are looking for more "sparkle." Perhaps you are navigating substance use concerns or having difficulty with setting and maintaining personal and interpersonal boundaries. If your desire is to unlock your truest self with compassion and clarity, I am here to accompany you on that journey.