LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Stone Mountain, GA

Every counselor, if they are honest, is seeking a client who is intelligent, funny, motivated, and has strong interpersonal skills. I am happy to work with those people, but I specialize in the more difficult cases. I like working with people who have had bad counseling experiences in the past. Those who know that they need change, but are unsure how to go about making those changes. Counseling is a collaborative relationship. My goal is not to fix your life, but to come along side you and help you move forward one step at a time.

Have you ever felt depressed, anxious, or not good enough? Do you ever wonder how to move past a traumatic incident from your past? I work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, self-esteem, grief, and addictions. I am caring, empathic, and hope to help you become the best version of yourself, so that you can live your most fulfilling future! I use a variety of interventions including CBT, DBT, Person-centered focus, solution-based focus, and mindfulness. I decided to become a mental health counselor after becoming a law enforcement officer.

We assist new mental heath, and healthcare businesses with the development and implementation of their new programs, teach them how to maintain best practice business practices from a clinical operations perspective, and assist troubled Behavioral Health programs with their needs. We have special expertise in compliance, training, and staffing. We provide a vast array of training(s) in mental health and co-occurring disorders to mental health professionals, military personnel and families, and paraprofessional staff.

Therapy has a way of helping you grow from within. Therapist do not have the answers, just a way of helping you toward your own solutions. Sometimes just breathing can seem difficult & we begin to feel overwhelmed with daily life stressors. When we share these challenges, we open ourselves for change, growth, & hopefulness. Children in therapy can learn emotional awareness & coping to guide them to adulthood. Even if you have previous unfavorable experiences with therapy or you are apprehensive about the thought of entering therapy, I encourage you to contact us for more information on the benefits of therapeutic relationships.

Over 30 years of experience providing professional counseling services to adults. My clinical approach is straightforward demonstrating a genuine concern for the client's well being. Working with me gives clients the ability to be better prepared to take on life challenges. I help those with anxiety and depression, substance abuse problems, relationship issues, work related problems, and those who have difficulty coping with daily stressors. contact me to set up a time for a consult today! I will be offering a therapy group on anxiety. This group will meet for 6 weeks. Email me directly for more details if you are interested.

I believe that individuals have the capacity to understand and change the aspects of their lives that are unsatisfying. It is my belief that, oftentimes, individuals move through life operating on assumptions and expectations that may be out of their conscious awareness. Working through this "unfinished business" of one's past paves the way for more satisfying relationships and overall contentment in life. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy services, as well as psychological assessment.

When home and family are unbalanced it can cause problems in your personal life, take a toll at work, preoccupy your thoughts and make life difficult. Through individual counseling you can enhance the overall quality of life for you and your loved ones. I use professional tools and therapeutic techniques that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Solution Focused Brief Therapy based on your needs assessment during our initial appointment.

Welcome to the first step in improving your mental well-being. When working with an individual, I understand that life can be a very turbulent experience, full of unexpected twists, turns, and difficulties. However, it does not have to be negative. I am a firm believer that life should be enjoyable, and every one of us has the potential to improve ourselves. I have experience with Social difficulties, Relationship difficulties, Adolescent difficulties, and Family stress. I use a client-centered approach along with therapeutic techniques to help you develop the inner strength to surpass the difficulties that life has thrown your way.

I am a local therapist in the Atlanta area. I have a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Mississippi State University. I began my journey of helping others and advocating for disenfranchised families at that time. After practicing social work for six years, I saw an even greater need with individuals suffering with mental health issues. I then returned to college and earned a Master's in Mental health Counseling degree, which I received from Capella University. I then began working with a diverse population within a therapeutic arena, to combat, cope with, and extinguish a wide variety of mental health issues.

If you are here, you are considering taking an important step towards your own personal development. The complexities of our world today can leave you feeling pulled in so many different directions, leaving little time and space for reflection and self-care. Therapy is an investment in your own self-care and the therapeutic relationship can provide the ideal environment for self- exploration and sorting things out. I look forward to working with you to uncover your true potential to attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing. Please visit my website where you can request an appointment: www.drtimothyriney.com

Our Clients often present w/ concerns pertaining to: – Generational relationship issues and navigating patterns of communication – Difficulty finding peace, balance, emotional wellness in daily life – Couples who are experiencing challenges, causing communication failure and/or detachment – High stress environments resulting in symptoms/triggers of anxiety/stress – Difficulty navigating significant life transition.

I have 32 years of counseling experience. I blend Spiritual (when requested) and Clinical Counseling. Many spiritual people across America are confused about where to go for counseling. My husband of 30 years and I have traveled the world with many religions. I have 2 Bachelors, 2 Master of Divinity Degrees, a Post-Masters in Hospital & Hospice Chaplaincy, and a PsyD. in Psychology. I was a Chaplain intern, resident or taught religious programs at many Atlanta hospitals. I am a HIV/AIDS, cancer and bereavement specialist. I bring a multiplicity of clinical specialties and counseling modalities to my clients from 2 and up.

You feel alone, isolated, scared, or hopeless. Do you sometimes think that you are not good enough? Are you struggling with disordered eating, body image concerns, or anxiety? You are not alone and therapy can provide a safe space for you to feel connected and understood. Therapy can give you the tools to understand these emotions and make positive changes in your life. Dr. Hansen will work collaboratively with you in a supportive environment to help you reach your goals.

Let’s face it. There's a lot going on in the world today; enough to bring anyone to their “breaking point.” In this fast-paced society there’s hardly any time to focus on self when the demand of a career, family, relationship all seem to pull on you. Have you been feeling like this lately? Do you know how to take care of yourself? Do you feel as if you are in a maze and can't figure your way out? Have your emotions been “all over the place?” If you answered yes to any of those questions, it’s time to talk. Let’s work together to learn how to create space for self-care and live a healthier more balanced life.

Are your relationships not what you want them to be, filled with conflicts and you feel alone? Are you anxious, depressed, and feel that no one recognizes your potential or worth? You wake up every day and go about your routine, but you have lost your zest for life? Let me help you. You are in need of a therapist like me, who will first acknowledge the way you are feeling and not tell you "just get over it." I will empower you and give you the tools you need to get and feel connected again, to find joy and fulfillment in life, to "smell the roses again." COME SEE ME! I work with children, teens, adults, couples and families.

Therapy is a judgement free zone where you can be free to express and explore yourself. Knowledge allows us to grow from within. You are the expert of YOU! I want to help you feel more content with who you are and be prepared to tackle all of the obstacles life has in store for you. I believe in the power of listening and understanding things from different points of view. I also believe that the relationship between the client and the therapist is vital to the success of healing and the overall treatment plan. I believe in open and continuous communication. I am a cheerleader, a mentor, a coach and an educator.