Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Sugar Hill, GA

Motherhood comes with unparalleled joy and often intense doubt, guilt, and stress that can lead to feelings of anxiety or depression. Moms frequently carry the mental load of the family, keeping track of dates, details, and everyone's needs... except their own. Self-care is critical, but easily falls by the wayside. I. SEE. YOU. In my counseling office, you have a sacred and safe space to process emotions, be encouraged, discuss parenting challenges, develop new coping strategies, and create organizational systems that will help things run more smoothly. Your needs and goals define how we use our time together.

I believe to truly support those around you, you must first be found. Initially, I did not set out to become a therapist. What life experiences ultimately taught me is that you and I were meant for more than what I originally had in store for us. And the purpose I have found since being in this field is remarkable. I most look forward to adding value to your life by creating a safe, unbiased environment, assisting you with creating change at your own pace, and improving your overall quality of living.

My purpose is to inspire and empower others by helping them develop life skills and make the necessary changes to transform their lives. I received a Master of Science degree in counseling from the University of North Georgia in 200l. I found my passion in 2015 when I made a career change from higher education to mental health counseling. I never thought this would be as fulfilling as it has been. I am also an experienced educator with a twenty-one-year career in higher education. I earned a Ph.D. in Leadership for Higher Education with experience as a dean, academic advisor, financial aid counselor, student leader, and life coach.

Our clients have been empowered to manage anger, anxiety and stress, and to navigate difficult life transitions, improve peer relationships and increase self-esteem.

Rainer Maria Rilke's quote "The only journey is the one within" expresses my hope for my clients in their path to wellness. I have experience in working with individuals and couples seeking help with adjustment/phase of life issues, depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, relationship concerns, and low self esteem. I am passionate about being an ally of the LGBTQA+ community, and identify as an affirming and sex-positive therapist. I enjoy supporting those who are experiencing major life changes, such as going to college, grieving a loss, becoming a new parent, transitioning to their true self, or embracing retirement.

Are repetitive and negative thoughts causing you to feel overwhelmed and exhausted? Are broken relationships, betrayals, and past traumas shadowing your days, leading you to question your self-worth, finding it harder to enjoy life? Do you feel stuck in a situation that is no longer serving you? Don’t let it steal your peace and joy another day. Together, we will explore the challenges you face, process the thinking patterns and behavior that might be holding you back, and work collaboratively to develop strategies, skills, and realistic solutions to overcome your circumstances and achieve personal growth in all areas of your life.

Have you noticed your adolescent/ teen’s loss of joy? Have you noticed their routine seeming a bit more daunting? Do you notice your child tends to have a hard time connecting with others, including family? Have you observed a difficulty in managing emotions? Lastly, have you noticed your child/teen having difficulty managing emotions related to food? Society tends to have an opinion of how you should handle these observations. It suggests an ineffective “quick fix” – “Stop crying. Just eat. Pull yourself back together. Stop being sad.” As you might have noticed, it is not that simple. So, how does it become less invasive?