Amerigroup Therapists in Shannon, GA

I truly feel that individuals don't care what you know until they know that you care. I try to meet individuals where they are in life and treat them unconditionally as well as with respect at all time. A person isn't going to focus on therapy if no electricity or food is within the home. I will provide you with community resources which can assist with your basic needs so that you're focused and ready for what therapy contributes to your life. I offer what you need to change, not what you want to hear. Teamwork approach!

I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and adults suffering from anxiety, depression and substance abuse. Our staff consists of Clinical psychologists, Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Substance Abuse Professional.

Having conducted more than 2,600 one-on-one psychoeducational evaluations over the last two decades, I understand the importance of psychological assessments as a tool to help maximize learning potential and be well-adjusted socially, emotionally, and behaviorally. My assessments have focused on areas such as ADHD, learning disabilities, social/emotional/behavioral difficulties, giftedness, and more in students from Pre-K through Grade 12, and I can also assess these problems in college students and adults. (I co-authored several books on special education-related topics -- see https://www.alanbrue.com/books)

If you are searching for serenity and happiness. If you need joy in your life. I want to help you achieve it.

Just in case you haven't heard it yet today: you are worthy and enough, just as you are! Our lives are full of seasons- some full of joy and others full of pain. My mission as a therapist is to ensure that you feel seen, heard, and valued throughout all seasons of life. I have a passion for working with children, teens, and adults in a holistic way that addresses the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of each individual and family.

My approach is simple. I see my role as a partner in a process that is the pursuit of healing and restoration. While I have certain professional expertise, every client is an expert about his/her/their own life. I am intentionally client-centered, strengths based and trauma-informed. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as my primary means of intervention which includes an eclectic blend of Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic and other modalities. Assigned homework is common and clients participate in the development of activities that support clearly identified treatment plan goals.

I believe that while nobody can go back and change the past, anyone can make a change and go in a more positive direction. It is never too late to embark on a new path. As your therapist, I will guide and assist you through a healing process that balances your emotional, mental, and spiritual being. My counseling technique is largely cognitive-behavioral, which means that that one's thought patterns contribute to feelings and behaviors, and in changing a person's thought processes, we can make improvements and achieve goals.

I am a licensed psychologist who focuses on the treatment of stress and relationship concerns. I place particular emphasis on valuing the strengths and diversity that each person brings to the counseling process. My therapeutic interventions are aimed at helping the individual to become more empowered through greater awareness and by helping her/him to have a greater sense of their own identity. It is my hope that counseling will facilitate life-long changes which will promote resilience and enhance abilities to cope with future life challenges.

Life can be challenging when you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting struggles, family issues, stress, or co-dependent relationships. These hurdles often weigh heavily on your heart and mind, leaving you overwhelmed or disconnected. You want positive change, but facing these challenges alone is tough. Healing requires deep self-reflection, courage, and the willingness to look inward to uncover root causes. The journey can seem daunting, but finding a supportive, understanding guide is crucial.

I consider it a privilege to be invited into your life at this time when you’ve become empowered to seek mental health wellness for yourself and in your relationships. My counseling approach is conducted through a Christian lens and is guided by the integration of counseling approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFST). You can be assured that your own worldview lens is a vital part of the counseling process and will be valued as an intricate part of our therapeutic relationship, and of your personal healing process.

If you are here because you are ready to make changes in your life, you have made the first step to taking control of your own mental health and wellness. We all need an accountability partner to support a healthy foundation and balance in our very hectic lives. Ask yourself this question, am I at a time in my life where I could use some assistance with managing stress and/or anxiety, healing or just finding time for yourself when others have been put before your own needs?

I'm passionate about supporting individuals through the transitions of pregnancy, birth, and parenthood. Pregnancy and parenthood can be a complex time, and you may find yourself overwhelmed by feelings that are preventing you from experiencing life as you would like. Some of these feelings may be new, while others are old feelings and struggles that have returned in a new light. Asking for help can be hard, but your feelings are valid, and you deserve support. I offer a safe and nonjudgemental space for you to feel heard, respected, and understood.

Welcome, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor I chose to become a therapist after serving over 30 years as a public servant. I also take pride in being a U.S Army veteran. I bring to each session a broad spectrum of life experiences in public, government & military settings. I feel that my experiences have provided me with a unique insight into the challenges that clients may face and have shaped my empathetic spirit and relatable perspective to treatment. I earned my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health from Governors State University.

Now I work with adults, including senior citizens. I work with grief, depression, anxiety, aging, and relational issues. Training, personal experience, and professional practice have tended to focus my attention and work in those areas. I start with an assessment of a person's issues and their strengths to cope with those issues. Together, we develop other strengths that are needed. I see my task as that of a navigator to help you, as the driver, find the best path to achieve your goals, traveling at your most appropriate speed. I help you watch for obstacles and deal with them.

My potential clients are aware they need counseling or have reached a point where they cannot manage their life effectively. While they are in charge of what they do with their lives they may feel unable to navigate it. They need support, education, empathy, tools, and insight to help them with better decision making and the ability to navigate their path. They want a therapist that is genuine and can offer multiple perspectives, insights, and empathy while helping them work through what their current struggle is. Therapy is a safe place to work through all thoughts, feelings and concerns without judgement.

Holistic Counseling and Wellness Center is a place where you can be yourself, process your experiences and let go of the pain you have been holding on to. At HCWC we provide a virtual, non-judgmental experience where you can feel relaxed in your own environment to openly process your feelings, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, overcome your challenges, and find peace in your now. Our mission is to assist individuals and families with transforming from feeling broken by life experiences to feeling empowered, making intentional choices, and aligning with your full potential.

Hello! I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in Georgia with just over 8 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, parenting problems, relationship struggles, Autism spectrum and ADHD, as well as assisting many people process different forms of trauma and abuse.

You're tired of the constant nagging and fighting. The tantrums are exhausting and embarrassing. You're constantly explaining yourself and you just don't understand why your child seems to ask the same question over and over. You've noticed your child is more irritable and becomes easily frustrated. You're not sure if your child's behavior is normal. Your child gives up when things become hard. You're constantly questioning yourself and you feel as though you're failing at this whole parent thing. You think something could be wrong. You want help. It's tough being a parent; WE get it! Together we will make things better.

As a therapist, I work with you to help identify your desires and empower you to make those positive changes in your life. I understand that making the decision to seek help can be difficult, so I use an approach that is compassionate and non-judgmental to help create an environment where you feel supported and safe in your journey to a better life. Anxiety and depression are daily reminders that we live in an ever- changing and tough world. If you are experiencing problems due to stress, anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, illnesses or work related or school related issues, please call me and we will walk this journey together.