Hello, my name is Dr. Crystal Toombs and I am a licensed professional counselor. My counseling approach seeks to empower, motivate, and encourage individuals in the fact that regardless of the barriers they face, they can be successful.
Hello, my name is Dr. Crystal Toombs and I am a licensed professional counselor. My counseling approach seeks to empower, motivate, and encourage individuals in the fact that regardless of the barriers they face, they can be successful.
Are you struggling with upsetting thoughts, feelings, or bodily sensations? Do you criticize yourself for having these experiences and wonder what they mean about you? Do you feel disconnected from who or what matters most to you? Unsure of what to do next? I bet you've tried your best to cope - doing whatever you can to think or feel better. Maybe you distract yourself with responsibilities - or lets be real, your phone. Maybe you opt out of doing things and spending time with people - or just go through the motions. Yet, despite your best efforts, you only get temporary relief. And your life has started to feel smaller and smaller. I can't promise to get rid of your unpleasant thoughts and feelings, but I can help you learn new ways of relating to this upsetting stuff, so that they have less of an impact on you and how you live your life. It's brave of you to consider asking for support AND taking the next step - contacting a stranger - might seem intimidating. Yet if there's a part of you that thinks we might be a good fit, then I encourage you to listen to that part of you and call or message me - whatever feels most doable - so we can schedule a brief, free chat about working together.
My name is Natalia Dankwa, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. As a dedicated therapist with four years of experience, I specialize in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and strength-based therapy. My approach integrates these evidence-based methods to create a comprehensive and personalized therapeutic experience.
April Noriega is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. April has a long history of working with a diverse population of clients and disorders. As a military spouse, a mom of three, and a survivor of past trauma, April brings a wide array of skill sets and real-world experiences. Her hope is through therapy, you will see improvements and gain the tools you need to benefit your journey to a healthier you. April offers an empathetic, non-judgmental space for anyone seeking help andor growth in their current stage of life. She uses many different therapeutic approaches, combined with occasional humor and life experiences. She has been trained in Trauma Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Exposure and Response. April has worked with clients of all ages and has worked in private practice, in-home settings, in clinics, and via telehealth. She specializes in trauma and anxiety but has worked with individuals dealing with many different disorders. April has a history of working with individuals with ADHD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. April has a history of working with children, 5 years to 18 years of age, along with a long history of working with adults. April is lively, empathetic, and friendly. She uses humor, psychoeducation, and real-world experiences. April uses many different therapeutic approaches and always puts the client's needspriorities first. Being a therapist has been a long-time dream of hers. April is a survivor of past trauma and has struggled with her own depression and anxiety. Due to her past struggles and therapeutic experiences, she felt best fit to help others that she could relate to. Her hope is that her insight, empathy, and education can benefit you when it comes to achieving your goals. April listens to better understand what you want in life and in therapy. Based on the symptoms and issues the client is experiencing, April will work with the client to form therapeutic goals to achieve throughout sessions. She will also help set future life goals with the client and figure out steps to get the client where they want to be in life. During the first session, April will begin with an introduction to therapy and verbal informed consent. Then she will answer any questions the client may have about therapy. After that, April will conduct an assessment to better understand the client. Finally, April will work with the client to step up a time for the next session.
My name is Mary Russell-Wright and I am a Professional Licensed Counselor who is passionate about working with diverse populations who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and other stressors involved with family and job. Choosing a therapist is one of the most courageous decisions that you have made on your road to becoming a healthier version of yourself. This means that you have decided that you are worth it and that you deserve a chance to heal. I specialize in the care for your emotional, mental, and overall well-being using a person-centered and cognitive-based approach. Together we will work towards meeting the goals that you have personally set during the therapy sessions. The primary clients that I have successfully worked with are those individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and relationship issues. As part of the therapy process, it is imperative that we focus on building a relationship that fosters trust between the therapist and the client. It is important that the client is heard and understood and I am passionate about getting to know you and developing a relationship with mutual respect, It is my goal to provide you with an empathic and secure environment where you feel free to express yourself and not worry about being judged. It is my passion that you are able to find your inner strengths to help you with the daily challenges that you are faced with. Goal setting is an integral part of your journey and I hope to assist you in creating an environment where you are able to develop self-awareness to explore and process some of the challenges that you may be experiencing.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Specialization in Christian Sex Therapy. I was a counselor at a behavioral health hospital for seven years and a caseworker for Child Protective Services prior to receiving my professional license. I received a Master of Professional Counseling from Richmont Graduate University in 2005 and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2000. Being a counselor allows me the privilege of walking with someone in the midst of their struggles all the way to healing. I aim to provide an environment that is safe and encourages clients to be themselves, free of judgment. I favor Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Client-Centered approach. I welcome working with clients battling anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger management, and sexual-related issues such as abuseassaultdysfunctionaddiction who are looking to make positive changes both emotionally and behaviorally. Maintain eye contact, calm atmosphere, good listening, reassuring tone. I have a natural compassion for people who are suffering and a desire to help them improve their lives. Successful care and progress are comprised of steady improvements in mood, completion of steps and goals, and increased self-awareness. During the first session, we will review the client’s intake information, identify the areas of concern, and discuss general goals for therapy.
Are you struggling to rebuild trust after an affair? If you are the one who strayed, you may be feeling overwhelming shame and a great fear that there is nothing you can do to save your marriage. If you have been betrayed, you may feel that everything you thought was true about your life and your history together is gone. You both may be wondering if there is hope. Maybe you have been working very hard to rebuild but find the pain and fear too overwhelming. Are you deeply worried about these things? If so, I'd like to help. It is important to know you are not alone. Most people who have been betrayed feel rage, have nightmares and panic attacks, and find themselves spending hour upon hour trying to piece together what was happening and when. Most people who have strayed from their vows feel helplessness along with terrible guilt and work doggedly to earn back trust. Many people work hard trying to rebuild their marriage but find themselves bumping into dead end after dead end. There are reasons for this. I'm here to help you navigate the path forward. With affair recovery counseling, I can assist you and your spouse in turning things around. There are no easy answers, but you can learn and master the principles that can guide you toward healing and ultimately toward a life of meaning and happiness. In addition to private affair recovery couples counseling I also offer individual counseling and group counseling for infidelity.
Hi! My name is Katrice Hollins and I am excited to support you in your journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia and the District of Columbia who has been in the helping profession for 20 years. I have worked in a variety of fields including social services, inpatient mental health, foster care, special education, and school mental health. I am passionate about helping people to reach their goals and develop life-long wellness. As a therapist, it is not my desire to give you advice or make decisions for you. What I can offer is even better and that is a place for you to feel valued for who you are, exactly as you are. I will ask questions and help you process the answers. I will reflect back to you on your values and feelings so that you can make the best choices for your life. I will carry the hope that things can change even when you are not able to see a path through. I will honor your experiences. I will provide a safe and secure environment for you to grow. Each client comes with different areas they would like to work on. Some of the common themes my clients seek help with are anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, personal development, self-care, stress management, parenting issues, trauma, relationships, and communication issues. I also enjoy working with clients seeking pre-marriage counseling. Once we identify your goals for therapy, I will tailor an approach to meet your unique needs. My counseling style is pretty laid-back and focused on solutions. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles.
I believe in your innate power to heal and grow from uncomfortable and challenging life experiences. I also applaud your choice to begin the significant process of change through counseling services. My philosophy to help illicit the dynamics of effective change you are seeking utilizes recognizing the power of intentionality. “When you're not intentional then you intentionally create the life you UNintended.” Whether you've experienced trauma recently or many years ago, these experiences may continue to impact you in the present in various ways. Within my scope of practice, the client defines their traumatic incidents which can range from minor to catastrophic experiences. I offer a collaborative validating, and affirming space to access and work through past experiences, however, they may show up, therefore creating self-exploration, personal growth, and healing. Through validating feelings and reframing irrational thinking patterns, I help my clients fully accept themselves while encouraging and motivating them toward the changes they seek in their lives. I use a combination of evidence-based treatments, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic approaches. In utilizing these approaches, we will collaborate to discover emotional and behavioral patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from living the life you desire. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and primarily work with clients with mood (anxiety, depression, PSTD, etc), relationship difficulties while also having specialized training and experience working with grief and trauma. I am the clinical expert but you are the expert of self, as I can not know you better than you know yourself, therefore; collaboratively we will focus on your strengths, explore the patterns that have brought you to where you are today, as well as discuss intentional changes you can make to struggle less and create a richer, more fulfilling life. In addition to listening and offering empathy, I enjoy teaching mindfulness and self-compassion, as well as coping skills for managing anxiety, regulating emotions, increasing self-esteem, and more confidently navigating relationships. It can be challenging to manage life and wellness so for your convenience I offer online (virtual) counseling which allows you the ease of wellness from the comfort of your chosen location. The virtual counseling experience offers relief from traffic, zero travel expenses, and convenient hours. Change, challenges, and conflict are inevitable; how we respond to those dynamics makes all the difference. I know it can be uncomfortable to take the first step and reach out; however, it can also be quite rewarding. If any of what you read connects with you please email or call me, as I’d love to join you on your journey to healing by scheduling you for a FREE brief 10-minute initial phone consultation.
My treatment approach is to help people understand their current life problems and teach strategies and tools to help manage unhealthy thoughts and behaviors. I understand the importance of the relationship between therapist and client, and I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment which facilitates change and leads to resolution of problems. With an incorporation of complimentary approaches, I draw from an array of techniques and methodologies to build a treatment plan that will be most helpful for the client. In a supportive and comfortable environment, I provide a highly individualized approach customized to each of my clients specific needs to help them achieve the personal growth they're reaching for. By collaborating with each client, I work to cultivate strengths and accomplish life goals.