Female Therapists in Stone Mountain, GA
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Kristia Britt-Orr
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Hello, I am Kristia. I am happy that you stopped by and hopefully this will be the beginning (or continuation) of your journey to heal, grow, and thrive. I have been happily serving as a therapist for over 25 years and I would not change a thing; this is what I called to do and never considered a "plan B." Being a therapist was my dream and focus since I was 10 years old. You will find me to be nonjudgmental, personable, easy to talk to, and appropriately humorous as we work toward your goals. By the way, I offer Psychotherapy, and Christian Counseling.
Hello, I am Kristia. I am happy that you stopped by and hopefully this will be the beginning (or continuation) of your journey to heal, grow, and thrive. I have been happily serving as a therapist for over 25 years and I would not change a thing; this is what I called to do and never considered a "plan B." Being a therapist was my dream and focus since I was 10 years old. You will find me to be nonjudgmental, personable, easy to talk to, and appropriately humorous as we work toward your goals. By the way, I offer Psychotherapy, and Christian Counseling.
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Julia Walker-Sandoval
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
I am a licensed professional counselor with ten years of experience in various counseling techniques, such as Individual, group, couples, and family therapy. I focus on anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, and Grief. I utilize theoretical approaches: Psychoanalysis, Cognitive Therapy, Solution-Focused, Client-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, Grief Therapy, and Positive Psychology. I genuinely believe therapy requires courage to embrace, understand, and confront life’s difficulties.
I am a licensed professional counselor with ten years of experience in various counseling techniques, such as Individual, group, couples, and family therapy. I focus on anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, and Grief. I utilize theoretical approaches: Psychoanalysis, Cognitive Therapy, Solution-Focused, Client-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, Grief Therapy, and Positive Psychology. I genuinely believe therapy requires courage to embrace, understand, and confront life’s difficulties.
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Treva Jones Lcsw Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Feeling overwhelmed? Do not know exactly where to start? Does life seem unfair or not fun anymore? "The stresses of it all" seem overbearing, does it appear that you have it all together but on the inside, you feel that you may be falling apart. If you have become everything to everyone except yourself and may have lost who you really are or who you would like to become. Life's opportunities come in different packaging and presentations; however, our choices, and how we manage our choices matter the most. At Healthy Life Choices, GA I work with you from right where you are inside of your journey.
Feeling overwhelmed? Do not know exactly where to start? Does life seem unfair or not fun anymore? "The stresses of it all" seem overbearing, does it appear that you have it all together but on the inside, you feel that you may be falling apart. If you have become everything to everyone except yourself and may have lost who you really are or who you would like to become. Life's opportunities come in different packaging and presentations; however, our choices, and how we manage our choices matter the most. At Healthy Life Choices, GA I work with you from right where you are inside of your journey.
![Photo of Chanda L Pilgrim, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/48e78b72-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, There is hidden potential for greatness in all persons. Often when you have thoughts or feelings that are causing problems for you, it is easy to think something is wrong with you. There is nothing wrong with you. You are perfect, it is that part of your mind that needs to be fixed and I would love to help you do that. I truly love helping families be strong units. There are no "bad children," only bad behavior. In both children and adults, bad behavior often comes from unmet needs and fears. With children, it could also come from undiagnosed learning disabilities. Let's figure this out together.
Hello, There is hidden potential for greatness in all persons. Often when you have thoughts or feelings that are causing problems for you, it is easy to think something is wrong with you. There is nothing wrong with you. You are perfect, it is that part of your mind that needs to be fixed and I would love to help you do that. I truly love helping families be strong units. There are no "bad children," only bad behavior. In both children and adults, bad behavior often comes from unmet needs and fears. With children, it could also come from undiagnosed learning disabilities. Let's figure this out together.
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Keely Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MBA
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30086 (Online Only)
I have over 20 years of experience working with women, men and children. I started in Mississippi as a County Supervisor for a local mental health center. I then moved to Atlanta where she worked for about 16 years in public and private mental health. I am able to provide individual, family, couples and sexual abuse counseling.
I have over 20 years of experience working with women, men and children. I started in Mississippi as a County Supervisor for a local mental health center. I then moved to Atlanta where she worked for about 16 years in public and private mental health. I am able to provide individual, family, couples and sexual abuse counseling.
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Elizabeth Banerjee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30083 (Online Only)
Everyone has times in their life when they need extra support. Whether you find yourself struggling to get out of bed, your heart racing in a crowd, or traumatic memories rushing back, therapy can help you make sense of things and find a path forward. I am LGBTQIA affirming and dedicated to making a safe place for people to grow and heal.
Everyone has times in their life when they need extra support. Whether you find yourself struggling to get out of bed, your heart racing in a crowd, or traumatic memories rushing back, therapy can help you make sense of things and find a path forward. I am LGBTQIA affirming and dedicated to making a safe place for people to grow and heal.
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Hello! I am Cindy Carman PhD, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, children, preteens, and minors. I often work with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, adolescent/teen issues, and anger management, among others. I have extensive experience with children and teens with emotional and behavioral disorders. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy modalities. I am an outgoing person that loves to meet new people, and I would like to share with you how therapy can enhance your life!
Hello! I am Cindy Carman PhD, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, children, preteens, and minors. I often work with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, adolescent/teen issues, and anger management, among others. I have extensive experience with children and teens with emotional and behavioral disorders. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy modalities. I am an outgoing person that loves to meet new people, and I would like to share with you how therapy can enhance your life!
![Photo of Ena Melton-Myers, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/82eecccd-a6d5-44f4-9413-b4eb808d7691/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Ena (pronounced ee-nah) Melton-Myers. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. For me, therapy is about growth for you in whatever way is going to have the most positive impact on you at this time. In some phases of our life, growth is in small steps that help break down the things that seem overwhelming. In other phases of our life, we are ready for growth that feels like leaps and bounds. Our time together should focus on what you need at this moment to be better tomorrow. I've been very fortunate to work with a wide array of clients and am comfortable treating most conditions.
My name is Ena (pronounced ee-nah) Melton-Myers. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. For me, therapy is about growth for you in whatever way is going to have the most positive impact on you at this time. In some phases of our life, growth is in small steps that help break down the things that seem overwhelming. In other phases of our life, we are ready for growth that feels like leaps and bounds. Our time together should focus on what you need at this moment to be better tomorrow. I've been very fortunate to work with a wide array of clients and am comfortable treating most conditions.
![Photo of Sherita Tartt, LPC, NCC, MSMFT, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/07115f3a-9321-4029-9761-403ff44edf99/3/320x400.jpeg)
Sherita Tartt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MSMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Mountain, GA 30087 (Online Only)
Licensed in GA and South Carolina. Welcome to Pathway To H.O.M.E. (Healing, Opportunity, Motivation, Empowerment) Counseling and Wellness Services, LLC. Now offering Telehealth services. If you feel lost and need someone to help you talk through certain life issues, then I am here to help you find the right path. At Pathway, you will gain insight on yourself, find tools that help set things in motion and give you that piece of mind. Everyone deserves to be happy and have self fulfillment. When you are on the right path, you start to unlock doors to greatness. So let’s get started. Come on H.O.M.E and get to know the new "YOU!"
Licensed in GA and South Carolina. Welcome to Pathway To H.O.M.E. (Healing, Opportunity, Motivation, Empowerment) Counseling and Wellness Services, LLC. Now offering Telehealth services. If you feel lost and need someone to help you talk through certain life issues, then I am here to help you find the right path. At Pathway, you will gain insight on yourself, find tools that help set things in motion and give you that piece of mind. Everyone deserves to be happy and have self fulfillment. When you are on the right path, you start to unlock doors to greatness. So let’s get started. Come on H.O.M.E and get to know the new "YOU!"
![Photo of Ena Melton-Myers, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0f5a361b-5af5-449c-b025-fd6eefb0e741/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Ena (pronounced ee-nah) Melton-Myers. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. For me, therapy is about growth for you in whatever way is going to have the most positive impact on you at this time. In some phases of our life, growth is in small steps that help break down the things that seem overwhelming. In other phases of our life, we are ready for growth that feels like leaps and bounds. Our time together should focus on what you need at this moment to be better tomorrow. I've been very fortunate to work with a wide array of clients and am comfortable treating most conditions.
My name is Ena (pronounced ee-nah) Melton-Myers. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. For me, therapy is about growth for you in whatever way is going to have the most positive impact on you at this time. In some phases of our life, growth is in small steps that help break down the things that seem overwhelming. In other phases of our life, we are ready for growth that feels like leaps and bounds. Our time together should focus on what you need at this moment to be better tomorrow. I've been very fortunate to work with a wide array of clients and am comfortable treating most conditions.
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Torri Love Griffin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Sometimes it's difficult to see your way through. Knowing what the next best choice is can be hard. I am a coach and counselor who can offer assistance from the sidelines and help you figure out how to get the best results in your family, friendships, business and love life. "You can either live life...or you can LOVE LIVING LIFE...the choice is yours." My style is very laid back, but clear enough to support you in your efforts to create changes in your world that can make your life more exquisite, delicious and beautiful. Call today!
Sometimes it's difficult to see your way through. Knowing what the next best choice is can be hard. I am a coach and counselor who can offer assistance from the sidelines and help you figure out how to get the best results in your family, friendships, business and love life. "You can either live life...or you can LOVE LIVING LIFE...the choice is yours." My style is very laid back, but clear enough to support you in your efforts to create changes in your world that can make your life more exquisite, delicious and beautiful. Call today!
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Monique Overstreet
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30083 (Online Only)
Embrace Healing... Your Inner Child Deserves Love & Liberation! Ready to break free from past experiences and reclaim your joy? Finally ready to deal with setbacks or relapses in your journey that have kept you from reaching your full potential? I specialize in supporting Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), aged 30 and above who are on a journey of wellness and self-discovery. Begin YOUR Journey Today. Don't let past traumas define your future. It's time to embrace healing, liberation, and joy while breaking toxic cycles and destructive patterns. Your inner child deserves love, I'm here to help you rediscover it
Embrace Healing... Your Inner Child Deserves Love & Liberation! Ready to break free from past experiences and reclaim your joy? Finally ready to deal with setbacks or relapses in your journey that have kept you from reaching your full potential? I specialize in supporting Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), aged 30 and above who are on a journey of wellness and self-discovery. Begin YOUR Journey Today. Don't let past traumas define your future. It's time to embrace healing, liberation, and joy while breaking toxic cycles and destructive patterns. Your inner child deserves love, I'm here to help you rediscover it
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Ashley Williams-Whitley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Dr. Ashley Williams-Whitley is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. Dr. Ashley holds certifications as a Nationally Certified Counselor. Dr. Ashley received her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Mercer University in 2023, a Master of Arts degree in Community Counseling from Clark Atlanta University in 2018, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a Minor in Business Administration from the University of Central Arkansas in 2016.
Dr. Ashley Williams-Whitley is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. Dr. Ashley holds certifications as a Nationally Certified Counselor. Dr. Ashley received her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Mercer University in 2023, a Master of Arts degree in Community Counseling from Clark Atlanta University in 2018, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a Minor in Business Administration from the University of Central Arkansas in 2016.
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A Relationship Ministry, LLC (ARM)
Pastoral Counselor, BA, MS
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30086 (Online Only)
WE CAN HELP: Is your marriage in trouble? Is it difficult for you to forgive? Would you like to learn to communicate effectively? Are you as an individual finding it hard to either define or fulfill your purpose? Yes we can help individuals, couples, marriages and families.. We provide academic, spiritual, and experiential guidance from both a male and female perspective. Call us today to schedule an appointment.
WE CAN HELP: Is your marriage in trouble? Is it difficult for you to forgive? Would you like to learn to communicate effectively? Are you as an individual finding it hard to either define or fulfill your purpose? Yes we can help individuals, couples, marriages and families.. We provide academic, spiritual, and experiential guidance from both a male and female perspective. Call us today to schedule an appointment.
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Kristin Ashley Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Have you met with many different therapists but felt unsatisfied by the limitations of traditional talk therapy? Have you received many mental health diagnoses that have felt confusing? I am passionate about helping individuals who have navigated the difficult journey of experiencing unexplained disorders heal. My training as a Chi for Two Embodiment Coach means I offer somatic practices that are relational and developmental for multi-generational trauma healing, releasing stuck energy, and life enhancement.
Have you met with many different therapists but felt unsatisfied by the limitations of traditional talk therapy? Have you received many mental health diagnoses that have felt confusing? I am passionate about helping individuals who have navigated the difficult journey of experiencing unexplained disorders heal. My training as a Chi for Two Embodiment Coach means I offer somatic practices that are relational and developmental for multi-generational trauma healing, releasing stuck energy, and life enhancement.
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Dr. Rosa Ashe-Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
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Perhaps you have been working through your areas of trauma for some time now, but they seem to keep returning time and time again..., leaving you exhausted, bewildered and feeling stuck. What if some intensive Psychotherapy work could be useful in helping you to break through some of those barriers? Sometimes an hour once or twice per month is just not enough. Indulge yourself in two, three, or five hours of intensive therapy designed especially to address your own deep and complex experiences of concern. Our time together may include Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Art Therapy, Writing, talk therapy and other forms of creative therapies.
Perhaps you have been working through your areas of trauma for some time now, but they seem to keep returning time and time again..., leaving you exhausted, bewildered and feeling stuck. What if some intensive Psychotherapy work could be useful in helping you to break through some of those barriers? Sometimes an hour once or twice per month is just not enough. Indulge yourself in two, three, or five hours of intensive therapy designed especially to address your own deep and complex experiences of concern. Our time together may include Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Art Therapy, Writing, talk therapy and other forms of creative therapies.
![Photo of Stacie Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ca76029-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I combine insight-oriented psychotherapy with principles of mindfulness practice and other body-centered approaches and work with adults interested in: *Developing healthy and preventative responses to stress, depression and anxiety *Managing chronic pain and illness *Facilitating personal and spiritual growth *Healing loss and easing life transitions *Utilizing meditative awareness to understand deeper levels of self *Integrating Eastern perspectives of Buddhism, mindfulness, and meditation with Western concepts of psyche, self, and self-in-relationship *Developing rites of passage
I combine insight-oriented psychotherapy with principles of mindfulness practice and other body-centered approaches and work with adults interested in: *Developing healthy and preventative responses to stress, depression and anxiety *Managing chronic pain and illness *Facilitating personal and spiritual growth *Healing loss and easing life transitions *Utilizing meditative awareness to understand deeper levels of self *Integrating Eastern perspectives of Buddhism, mindfulness, and meditation with Western concepts of psyche, self, and self-in-relationship *Developing rites of passage
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Jessica Tiwari
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Mountain, GA 30083 (Online Only)
My approach to counseling is a collaborative effort between my client and myself to work towards goals that align with the client's values, beliefs and aspirations. I utilize mindfulness based cognitive therapy to help my clients set specific and achievable goals while teaching techniques and coping mechanisms to relieve the client's current symptoms. I provide counseling from a multicultural lens based in my experience as a biracial woman with an immigrant parent. I'm also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and have worked extensively with people coping with disabling and chronic conditions.
My approach to counseling is a collaborative effort between my client and myself to work towards goals that align with the client's values, beliefs and aspirations. I utilize mindfulness based cognitive therapy to help my clients set specific and achievable goals while teaching techniques and coping mechanisms to relieve the client's current symptoms. I provide counseling from a multicultural lens based in my experience as a biracial woman with an immigrant parent. I'm also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and have worked extensively with people coping with disabling and chronic conditions.
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Audrey Rodgers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Hi there! I'm a therapist who truly believes in the power of self-determination and the unique strengths each person brings to the table. I see you as the expert in your own life, and I'm here to offer a warm, open, and non-judgmental space where you can freely share your thoughts, emotions, and fears. We'll work together to navigate life's changes and transitions, whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, anger, or other challenges. My goal is to help you build the skills you need to manage these obstacles and feel more effective and fulfilled in your personal and professional life.
Hi there! I'm a therapist who truly believes in the power of self-determination and the unique strengths each person brings to the table. I see you as the expert in your own life, and I'm here to offer a warm, open, and non-judgmental space where you can freely share your thoughts, emotions, and fears. We'll work together to navigate life's changes and transitions, whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, anger, or other challenges. My goal is to help you build the skills you need to manage these obstacles and feel more effective and fulfilled in your personal and professional life.
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Dr. Carman Suzanne Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Stone Mountain, GA 30087 (Online Only)
My professional strength is knowing how to help people calm down and regain focus in one of three ways:(1) counseling-helping someone get through difficult life issues such as the death of a loved one; (2) psychotherapy-which involves real change and requires a long-term commitment to healing open wounds; and (3) consultation-providing advice on a single issue or event where professional consultation could be helpful. Everyone has a story to tell and I am here to listen, to help and to heal. It is my unwavering belief that no matter what the situation is, our problems are never bigger than life.
My professional strength is knowing how to help people calm down and regain focus in one of three ways:(1) counseling-helping someone get through difficult life issues such as the death of a loved one; (2) psychotherapy-which involves real change and requires a long-term commitment to healing open wounds; and (3) consultation-providing advice on a single issue or event where professional consultation could be helpful. Everyone has a story to tell and I am here to listen, to help and to heal. It is my unwavering belief that no matter what the situation is, our problems are never bigger than life.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.