Career Counseling Therapists in Sugar Hill, GA
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.
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.
Melanie is passionate about working with individuals on issues of grief and loss, career concerns, and relationship issues. She has years of experience working with teens and young adults around identity development, family and peer relationships, and anxiety related to school. Melanie understands the unique stressors faced by individuals working in the helping and medical professions, and she desires to assist these individuals develop the mindsets and strategies to prevent and manage compassion fatigue. Additionally, she enjoys helping premarital couples create a strong foundation for their relationship to flourish.
Melanie is passionate about working with individuals on issues of grief and loss, career concerns, and relationship issues. She has years of experience working with teens and young adults around identity development, family and peer relationships, and anxiety related to school. Melanie understands the unique stressors faced by individuals working in the helping and medical professions, and she desires to assist these individuals develop the mindsets and strategies to prevent and manage compassion fatigue. Additionally, she enjoys helping premarital couples create a strong foundation for their relationship to flourish.
Each client comes to therapy with their own unique experiences and resources, and I am passionate about working together to discover clients’ strengths and highlighting their resiliencies. I work collaboratively with clients to help them navigate their pain and emerge with more insights and self-compassion, while still honoring their past experiences and holding hopeful space for their future. Additionally, I believe in the power of authenticity and self-acceptance, as well as how a strong, supportive therapeutic relationship can greatly contribute to client success.
Each client comes to therapy with their own unique experiences and resources, and I am passionate about working together to discover clients’ strengths and highlighting their resiliencies. I work collaboratively with clients to help them navigate their pain and emerge with more insights and self-compassion, while still honoring their past experiences and holding hopeful space for their future. Additionally, I believe in the power of authenticity and self-acceptance, as well as how a strong, supportive therapeutic relationship can greatly contribute to client success.
Shamika Battle-Packer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Sugar Hill, GA 30518
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Or just want to give up? Life has a way of overpowering our lives...if we allow it. Learning how to manage these feelings is the key to life. When you find your passion, you find your purpose, and, then, you find your healing. What a relief? Allow me to help you reach this place, while addressing the mind, body and spirit.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Or just want to give up? Life has a way of overpowering our lives...if we allow it. Learning how to manage these feelings is the key to life. When you find your passion, you find your purpose, and, then, you find your healing. What a relief? Allow me to help you reach this place, while addressing the mind, body and spirit.
Carrie Hirst
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Hill, GA 30518
Do you know what is the single most important factor in determining a successful outcome in Counseling? The Counselor - Client relationship. Having a Counselor that empathizes and is willing to join along side as you begin a journey of exploring new solutions and possibilities can make ALL the difference! I'd like the opportunity to be that Counselor for YOU. My goal is to provide encouragement, create empowerment, and offer you a safe environment to confront issues and attempt new approaches that could lead to greater happiness and fulfillment.
Do you know what is the single most important factor in determining a successful outcome in Counseling? The Counselor - Client relationship. Having a Counselor that empathizes and is willing to join along side as you begin a journey of exploring new solutions and possibilities can make ALL the difference! I'd like the opportunity to be that Counselor for YOU. My goal is to provide encouragement, create empowerment, and offer you a safe environment to confront issues and attempt new approaches that could lead to greater happiness and fulfillment.
Maike Wegner-Kleine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Sugar Hill, GA 30518
Maike holds a Masters Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Valdosta State University and a Bachelors Degree in Child & Family Development from The University of Georgia. She has enjoyed enhancing her work with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples by assisting everyone involved to work collaboratively to achieve their full potential. She is Certified in the Prepare/Enrich Program which is used to strengthen and enhance marriages as well as prepare for marriage; this program utilizes a comprehensive assessment which the couple will complete along with skill building exercises during therapy.
Maike holds a Masters Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Valdosta State University and a Bachelors Degree in Child & Family Development from The University of Georgia. She has enjoyed enhancing her work with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples by assisting everyone involved to work collaboratively to achieve their full potential. She is Certified in the Prepare/Enrich Program which is used to strengthen and enhance marriages as well as prepare for marriage; this program utilizes a comprehensive assessment which the couple will complete along with skill building exercises during therapy.
Delancey Fortin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Hill, GA 30518
I offer animal assisted therapy! Animal assisted therapy can help enhance your therapeutic experience. Dogs have been shown to decrease blood pressure and reduce stress and anxiety. Everybody needs a little extra help sometimes and that’s ok! Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, sexuality issues, or just overwhelmed with life in general, being able to talk through it and gain a better understanding of why you are feeling the way you do is incredibly helpful. It is my belief that as people become more aware and accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding a sense of peace and contentment in their lives.
I offer animal assisted therapy! Animal assisted therapy can help enhance your therapeutic experience. Dogs have been shown to decrease blood pressure and reduce stress and anxiety. Everybody needs a little extra help sometimes and that’s ok! Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, sexuality issues, or just overwhelmed with life in general, being able to talk through it and gain a better understanding of why you are feeling the way you do is incredibly helpful. It is my belief that as people become more aware and accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding a sense of peace and contentment in their lives.
Jennifer Drury
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Hill, GA 30518
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Welcome! We're glad you're here. Our vision is to provide quality counseling services while reducing wait times for treatment. We are excited to welcome you in and are currently accepting new clients!
Welcome! We're glad you're here. Our vision is to provide quality counseling services while reducing wait times for treatment. We are excited to welcome you in and are currently accepting new clients!
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Kendall Louden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Buford, GA 30518 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting clients via phone or secure video calls. I do not take insurance at this time. With help, you will be well. Asking for help can be a vulnerable and scary experience but together we will co-create meaning to make sense of your story. I will walk alongside you as you heal, grow, and learn. I specialize in maternal mental health through the journey of trying to conceive, pregnancy, and postpartum care for moms and dads. I also specialize in anxiety, depression, career counseling, and premarital/marital counseling, and family counseling.
I am currently accepting clients via phone or secure video calls. I do not take insurance at this time. With help, you will be well. Asking for help can be a vulnerable and scary experience but together we will co-create meaning to make sense of your story. I will walk alongside you as you heal, grow, and learn. I specialize in maternal mental health through the journey of trying to conceive, pregnancy, and postpartum care for moms and dads. I also specialize in anxiety, depression, career counseling, and premarital/marital counseling, and family counseling.
Jessica Cumbie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buford, GA 30518 (Online Only)
Hi. My name is Jessica Cumbie. I have been enthusiastically counseling both adolescents and adults for over 10 years. I use the term "enthusiastically," because I am passionate about my job, and working with clients. I continuously keep a positive outlook when I work with clients, believing without a doubt that with the proper tools and support, treatment objectives and goals can be met. I graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2005. I have worked in the USA and abroad. One of my greatest strengths as a counselor is my ability to provide counseling services to diverse populations.
Hi. My name is Jessica Cumbie. I have been enthusiastically counseling both adolescents and adults for over 10 years. I use the term "enthusiastically," because I am passionate about my job, and working with clients. I continuously keep a positive outlook when I work with clients, believing without a doubt that with the proper tools and support, treatment objectives and goals can be met. I graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2005. I have worked in the USA and abroad. One of my greatest strengths as a counselor is my ability to provide counseling services to diverse populations.
Addictions, anger, stress, couple/family counseling, and career planning are some of the several areas of work that I specialize in.
Life is full of ups and downs and isn't always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest individuals need help working through challenges. I have a successful practice working with individuals, couples and families to achieve their highest potential. Understanding, acquiring and maintaining change is very important. Throughout life's struggles, we tend to lose harmony which in turn creates other obstacles we must overcome. Communication and coping skills are key elements in my sessions. Together we will plan how you can live your best life and reach your highest potential.
Addictions, anger, stress, couple/family counseling, and career planning are some of the several areas of work that I specialize in.
Life is full of ups and downs and isn't always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest individuals need help working through challenges. I have a successful practice working with individuals, couples and families to achieve their highest potential. Understanding, acquiring and maintaining change is very important. Throughout life's struggles, we tend to lose harmony which in turn creates other obstacles we must overcome. Communication and coping skills are key elements in my sessions. Together we will plan how you can live your best life and reach your highest potential.
As a Christian, my faith offers a strong compass for all I do. As a clinical psychologist, school psychologist, and veteran with 6 degrees in psychology and 27 years of experience (20 with Gwinnett County Public Schools), this compass has been pivotal in helping others. I specialize in two areas: (1) Psychological or "psycho-educational" evaluations to enhance success in school, college, or career path; and (2) A highly specialized therapy-based martial arts program for children that decades of closely supervised research have found effective for improving attention, self-control, and classroom performance (see "Groups" below).
As a Christian, my faith offers a strong compass for all I do. As a clinical psychologist, school psychologist, and veteran with 6 degrees in psychology and 27 years of experience (20 with Gwinnett County Public Schools), this compass has been pivotal in helping others. I specialize in two areas: (1) Psychological or "psycho-educational" evaluations to enhance success in school, college, or career path; and (2) A highly specialized therapy-based martial arts program for children that decades of closely supervised research have found effective for improving attention, self-control, and classroom performance (see "Groups" below).
Wes Moran
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30515 (Online Only)
At times, hope can be hard to find when life feels burdensome and beyond your control. Maybe you feel overwhelmed with relationships, work, school, friends, or family. You feel stressed, fearful, worried or lost, sad, or like you aren’t enough. You are searching for a therapist who will listen closely to your concerns and understands you. Perhaps you feel unsure about next steps and how to work toward your life/ career goals. You want more happiness, satisfying relationships, a greater sense of self, and a fulfilling life. I will provide guidance and support as you make that happen for yourself.
At times, hope can be hard to find when life feels burdensome and beyond your control. Maybe you feel overwhelmed with relationships, work, school, friends, or family. You feel stressed, fearful, worried or lost, sad, or like you aren’t enough. You are searching for a therapist who will listen closely to your concerns and understands you. Perhaps you feel unsure about next steps and how to work toward your life/ career goals. You want more happiness, satisfying relationships, a greater sense of self, and a fulfilling life. I will provide guidance and support as you make that happen for yourself.
My expertise includes: Parenting skills (only with parents) Women's issues, Grief and Loss, Aging in Place, and Career and Life Changes.
I am a proponent of the strengths philosophy, which emphasizes an individual's ability to draw upon inherent abilities and strengths to overcome challenges and obstacles. My social work education has trained me to recognize institutional and stigmatizing discrimination and marginalization and empowers me to establish a partnership with clients so they can reach their full potential.
My expertise includes: Parenting skills (only with parents) Women's issues, Grief and Loss, Aging in Place, and Career and Life Changes.
I am a proponent of the strengths philosophy, which emphasizes an individual's ability to draw upon inherent abilities and strengths to overcome challenges and obstacles. My social work education has trained me to recognize institutional and stigmatizing discrimination and marginalization and empowers me to establish a partnership with clients so they can reach their full potential.
Amber Illum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
I received my Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Northwestern University in Evanston IL in 2002. I approach each client as an individual and create a treatment plan that focuses on their strengths and personal goals. I believe every person is unique and strive to meet them where they are in life and support them through many of life's challenges and transitions.
I received my Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Northwestern University in Evanston IL in 2002. I approach each client as an individual and create a treatment plan that focuses on their strengths and personal goals. I believe every person is unique and strive to meet them where they are in life and support them through many of life's challenges and transitions.
I am an empathetic, creative, compassionate, and caring therapist who loves working with individuals from all walks of life. I earned a Bachelor of science in psychology from Young Harris College in 2016 and a Master of Arts in professional counseling from Truett McConnell University in 2022. I am under the direction and clinical supervision of Rebecca Muyres LPC, RPT-S, CPCS. I specifically enjoy incorporating art, music, and play into counseling, as I believe these creative outlets are therapeutic and bring about healing in a joyful, light-hearted manner.
I am an empathetic, creative, compassionate, and caring therapist who loves working with individuals from all walks of life. I earned a Bachelor of science in psychology from Young Harris College in 2016 and a Master of Arts in professional counseling from Truett McConnell University in 2022. I am under the direction and clinical supervision of Rebecca Muyres LPC, RPT-S, CPCS. I specifically enjoy incorporating art, music, and play into counseling, as I believe these creative outlets are therapeutic and bring about healing in a joyful, light-hearted manner.
Brighten Path Counseling, Shena Manning, LCMHC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30515 (Online Only)
Today, you are one step closer to a more resilient you, where you feel empowered and on a progressive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating! At some point, we all face challenges and life transitions but you can learn to build upon strengths to attain the personal growth you are committed to achieving. Here is where my passion, Christian and evidence-based counseling skills and modalities connect with multi-cultural individuals, couples, teens, young adults and families to help them view their issues and life goals from a different perspective.
Today, you are one step closer to a more resilient you, where you feel empowered and on a progressive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating! At some point, we all face challenges and life transitions but you can learn to build upon strengths to attain the personal growth you are committed to achieving. Here is where my passion, Christian and evidence-based counseling skills and modalities connect with multi-cultural individuals, couples, teens, young adults and families to help them view their issues and life goals from a different perspective.
Are you in search of emotional and behavioral wellness? In need of a culturally competent clinician? Do you experience challenges at home, school, work or in your relationship? Are you experiencing intrusive thoughts and displaying maladaptive and self-defeating behaviors? In English, French or Creole, Beautiful Dreamers works to ensure you are able to discover the challenges that affect you in living life to the fullest. We work from a resilience-based, cognitive, solution-focused, trauma-focused model to promote healthy thoughts, patterns, and behaviors. We are EMDR Trained, Certified in Anger Management and Reunification Therapy.
Are you in search of emotional and behavioral wellness? In need of a culturally competent clinician? Do you experience challenges at home, school, work or in your relationship? Are you experiencing intrusive thoughts and displaying maladaptive and self-defeating behaviors? In English, French or Creole, Beautiful Dreamers works to ensure you are able to discover the challenges that affect you in living life to the fullest. We work from a resilience-based, cognitive, solution-focused, trauma-focused model to promote healthy thoughts, patterns, and behaviors. We are EMDR Trained, Certified in Anger Management and Reunification Therapy.
VOTED BEST OF GWINNETT 2020, 2021, and 2022! COME SEE WHY! As a licensed professional counselor and life coach I have over 15 years experience working with a very diverse population. From individuals struggling with significant mental health issues to others working on adjustment to new life circumstances, I can offer guidance, support, compassion, and expert care during difficult times in your life. Let me help you develop the tools and skills that will help to ease whatever struggles you may have. Together we can develop and implement a plan to live a positive and fulfilling life!
VOTED BEST OF GWINNETT 2020, 2021, and 2022! COME SEE WHY! As a licensed professional counselor and life coach I have over 15 years experience working with a very diverse population. From individuals struggling with significant mental health issues to others working on adjustment to new life circumstances, I can offer guidance, support, compassion, and expert care during difficult times in your life. Let me help you develop the tools and skills that will help to ease whatever struggles you may have. Together we can develop and implement a plan to live a positive and fulfilling life!
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Career Counseling Therapists
How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.
Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.