Therapists in Loganville, GA

I know that simply being around others feels like an almost impossible task much of the time; people can be selfish, ignorant, and judgmental, at times even your family and friends. You've endured abuse and often are overwhelmed with emotion. Your external life and what you feel within yourself can feel wholly disconnected -- It is precisely because of this disconnection that we suffer. I am here to listen, to learn of your experiences, and together we will awaken a new sense of yourself by discovering a hidden humanity in others, revealing a world you never thought possible.

Dr. Lawanda Harmon has been actively working in the field of mental health since 2010. With a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling obtained from Walden University, she began working at Community Friendship Inc. as an individual and group therapist. Lawanda continued to pursue her education at the doctoral level, obtaining a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Walden University. During her practicum and internship field experiences, she gained extensive training in Cognitive and Behavioral techniques as well as in Emotional, Personality, and Trauma focused interventions at Atlanta Center for Family Wellness in Atlanta, Georgia.

I am licensed in Florida, Georgia, and Missouri. My private practice is devoted to helping bring health and healing to anyone who walks through my door. I work primarily with adults to address relationship, premarital, marital, fertility, perinatal, postpartum, and general family issues. I know that relationships are hard. Communicating clearly and effectively is hard. Healing from past hurts can be hard too. If you feel like you have been trying to change things on your own and are stuck, hopeless, or alone, I'm here. Although I work with couples and families of all kind, I have a concentrated focus on Maternal Mental Health.

If you are ready for true positive change then give me a call. With over 20 years of training in both psychiatry and psychotherapy, I utilize a combination of techniques to help improve each client's chance of success. I tend to work best with those who are open to change and want to go in a different direction in their lives.

As your counselor I look forward to hearing your story and helping you discover ways to resolve the issues that bring you to see me. I am flexible with my rates and adaptable with my hours. Working with families who are in conflict is my strength. While relational problems may have developed for years, I believe that with committed determination a loving supportive relationship remains possible. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you. Premarital counseling is also provided.

I am a fully licensed, bilingual clinician working with a diverse population. Since 2010, I have worked with Adolescents and Children as well as with families, and groups. The populations were diverse anywhere from depression, multiple personalities, trauma victims, alcohol abuse, physical/emotional and sexual abuse, anxiety, anger management, self-mutilators, bipolar, bullying victims, OCD, conduct/Oppositional, some eating disorders, grief self-esteem to name a few.

Whether you are dealing with mood difficulty, relationship problems, or with unwanted changes in life, I help you deal with these issues and grow personally. Through therapy, you CAN integrate your thoughts and feelings and begin to relate well with others. This brings you peace, positivity, and satisfying relationships. If you are frustrated about finding time or money for therapy, online group therapy (ages 25-55) offers affordable weekend and evening sessions (Because of licensing restrictions, online therapy must be attended from a Georgia location).

I have specialized training in working with pre and post op bariatric surgery patients. I have specialized programs for binge eaters, bulimics and anorexics as well and trauma and sexual abuse for the last 40+ years. This work has been my passion since I was over 450 pounds when I was younger and with the help of special therapists was able to lose over 250 pounds and managed to keep that weight off all these years. I was also sexually abused as a young child which led to the onset of my eating disorder.

Deciding to begin therapy is a very personal decision, and it is typically not an easy one. It is my prayer that I or one of our additional clinicians can be of service to you with navigating any current circumstances, or dealing with the past, while developing a model of personal growth, working collaboratively with you.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia with 13 years of clinical experience. I have an extensive background serving adolescent/teen behavioral health and public safety/service members. Seeking help can be intimidating, but I provide a safe and peaceful environment that empowers you to face your challenges and embrace a new way of thinking. Let's work together to help you make the changes you desire.

Are you feeling depressed, stressed, anxiety, trauma, grief, or having challenges in your relationships? For many people, it can be hard to cope with, or move through trauma, grief, loss and life's transitions. I’m a LPC-TeleMental Health Therapist, I offer an integrative approach to promote healings on all levels: mind, body, soul and spirit. I am here to help you move forward, cope, adapt and thrive in your relationships. Your mental health is strengthened or weakened by the relationships you have with God, self, and others. It's time for you to START WITHIN and BEGIN AGAIN! Call me to receive support via video or phone session.