Therapists in Excelsior, GA
Kevin Wilbanks
Clinician
License Type(s): M.A., N.C.C., L.P.C.
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
30 years offering treatment
Hello! My name is Kevin Wilbanks, D. Min, MA, NCC, L.P.C., L.C.P.C., L.C.M.H.C. "Kevin" is fine! Thank you for reaching out to me! I am here to collaborate with you to get from where you are to where you want to be in your life. I facilitate client collaboration towards change in an environment of listening and understanding, non-judgmental consideration, dependability, and honesty. Our relationship in our work together is the most important thing, so you can grow as a person to be more of who you want to be. Therapy helps you resolve past interpersonal problems and overcomes barriers to growth by offering a “corrective emotional experience” through your relationship with me, as your therapist. An example is, finally feeling heard and understood by someone! It takes courage to reach out. Not only that, it is smart to do so. Part of growing in our competence in life is knowing our strengths and our limitations. Outsourcing is a good idea, especially if you have used your skills and resources and have not been able to change an aspect of your life. Everyone outsources. We do so when we hire someone to do any service on our house or car. We outsource when we have an athletic coach. I am an expert you can also outsource to, for more personal areas of life improvement. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I help clients capture a greater sense of wellbeing and control over their lives by teaching them new approaches to solving old problems. They may experience a sense of wellbeing and control they have never experienced before! My clients often come to me for counseling when they are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief & loss, out of control anger, dissolution of a marriage or marital conflict, parenting challenges, life changes, and other life pain or challenges. To make life barriers become opportunities for growth, control and wellbeing, I help clients overcome these experiences by teaching them how to calm body and mind to aid them in decision making. I help clients gain awareness and insight into how the past is related to the present and help them to make different choices for their future. I help clients get unstuck from their failure in relationships or reaching other life goals by helping them change self-sabotaging beliefs, self-talk, and fears to more reality-based thoughts that have a powerful and positive impact on how they feel emotionally. I coach clients on adapting their behavioral skills to meet life challenges more effectively. In order to get to know me before we begin, here is my bio: Dr. Kevin Wilbanks received his Doctorate in Counseling (D. Min) from Covington Theological Seminary, Rossville, Georgia in 1998. He completed his Master of Arts (MA) from Argosy University, Atlanta, Georgia, in 1995, studying Counseling Psychology. Dr. Wilbanks received his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Interdisciplinary Studies, Social Sciences in 1993 from N.W. Christian University, Eugene, Oregon. Dr. Wilbanks has worked as a clinical counselor for fourteen years, world-wide, supporting the United States Armed Forces mission. From 2000-2008, Dr. Wilbanks served as CEO of Counseling Associates of West Georgia, Inc., where he specialized in rural counseling and mediation, serving children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. He has more extensive experience to list in this bio. He enjoys playing drums and percussion, hiking, fitness, travelling and reading.
Marie Turner
Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LPC,ACS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCoaching
19 years offering treatment
Hello, My name is Marie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the States of DC - District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Michigan, and New Jersey. I have over 18 years of counseling experience. I am a Christian; believing in JESUS Christ, Spiritually centered, and rooted in the Word of GOD. I currently provide mental health, EAP, grief, personal, social, career, and educational counseling. I am a GriefShare service provider. With over 25 years in the field of higher education, I also provide academic, career, personal, and social counseling for adults, teens, adolescence, and children. I provide counseling to individuals, family, and group. I have experience in relationship counseling, working to resolve issues, and family conflict. I look forward to working together with you to resolve and meet any of your counseling needs. Some of the therapeutic approaches used are person (client)-centered, cognitive behavioral, and motivational interviewing therapy. I am also a Counseling Supervisor, providing services to Limited Licensed Counselors; Students in an University/College Practicum and Internship setting as Site Supervisor to meet state and academic requirements. I have experience counseling through the State of Michigan on cases of neglect, abuse, reunification, foster care, and knowledge with the child welfare system. "Reunification and wholeness" are the key; when there's a healthier treatment plan goal in mind.
Victor Grimes
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment
Hello. I am a counselor originally from New York City, and currently residing in Atlanta, Georgia. I have over 20 years experience working with people with developmental disabilities as well as emotional and mental disorders. My goal is to help you find balance while striving for your highest ideals/best life. I use a variety of approaches based on a thorough and complete assessment. Basically I individualize treatment based on each individuals needs. I am compassionate, understanding and insightful, and these are important qualities in identifying and correcting limiting thoughts, feelings, attitudes and beliefs. In these unprecedented times mental hygiene/wellness is of the utmost importance. Depression, Isolation, Anxiety, and trauma can make daily life challenging. With the proper attitude and support from our counselors, friends, family, and associates we can emerge successful from these challenges. Thank you for taking taking the time to consider working with me. Regardless of which counselor you choose I wish you health, wealth, and success.
Deboraha Johnson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefIntimacy-related issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
19 years offering treatment
Hello, I am Deboraha Johnson a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with a Master of Science degree in Clinical Counseling and Psychology. I have 17 years of experience working with many populations and mental health concerns, including but not limited to, working with adult clients with depression, stress, anxiety, grief/loss, and chronic illness. My experience includes individual and group therapy in an outpatient setting. I have nine plus years of experience working with couples/relationship issues. I will work with you to develop treatment goals that are specific for your unique needs. My counseling style is eclectic drawing on a variety of modalities to best serve a client’s needs and goals. The modalities that have demonstrated most useful are: Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. If you select me, I look forward to taking this therapeutic journey together. SPECIALTIES • Depression • Grief/Loss • Self esteem • Chronic Illness Also experienced in: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Grief/Loss, Coping with life changes, military family culture, and employment/job stressors. Read more... Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy Years of Experience: 17 Deboraha Johnson MS, NCC, LPC
Darice Dodd
Clinician
License Type(s): EdS,LPC-S,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsAnger managementDepression
17 years offering treatment
My name is Darice Dodd and I am a fully licensed therapist (LPC) in Georgia and Missouri with almost 20 years of extensive education, training, and experience in the mental health and substance abuse/ addictions field. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a credential awarded by the National Board for Certified Counselors (Board-Certified) and a Certified Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS) . I graduated from Georgia State University, with both a Master of Science Degree in Professional Counseling and Educational Specialist Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy simultaneously. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, ADHD, grief and loss, anger management, etc. I have also helped many people who have experienced trauma and abuse. My counseling style is eclectic, meaning I incorporate a variety of therapeutic modalities to create the ideal treatment to meet the client's needs. I strive to provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgemental, and empathic therapeutic environment. I believe that everyone is uniquely different and may not respond to a one size fits all therapeutic modality. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, person centered, family systemic, and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific goals and desires. I tend to work with clients from a strength-based, positive, and affirming perspective. My specialties include assessment/evaluation, substance abuse/addictions counseling, individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, play therapy, etc. I have experience working with adults, children/adolescents, couples and families within a multitude of different settings. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
L. Lytle
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,CPCS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem
29 years offering treatment
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia with 27 years experience and a certification in DBT. I have worked with a variety of age clients in many settings such as community clinics and forensic institutions. My passion is assisting those who have experienced or are experiencing issues such as childhood trauma, domestic violence, emotional, psychological, sexual and physical abuse. Additionally, I have experience working with issues including stress, depression and anxiety. You are embarking on a process that, at times, will seem very difficult. You will need someone to whom you can speak openly about your experiences, emotions and issues you may never have felt ready to deal with. Therapy is you and I, working together in a safe and comfortable space to focus on your challenges. I am a confidential sounding board who is not easily shocked and very comfortable with listening about life's darker details. I have a Master's in Clinical Psychology from Georgia College and State University, one of the top Liberal Arts Regional Universities in the South. My therapy style is client-centered and interactive. My approach is eclectic combining RET, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, motivational interviewing and reality therapy. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your specific needs. I would be honored to work with you on your journey toward change. It takes courage to take those first steps. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Kimberly Green
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
17 years offering treatment
Hello! My name is Kim Green, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience working with individuals and couples. I have worked with a variety of populations, including LGBTQ+ youth and young adults, domestic violence survivors, trauma survivors and veterans. I am part of the LGBTQ+ community and I have many years of experience working with the LGBTQ+ community. I am trained in Gottman Couples Therapy and I am also trained as a health and wellness coach and can help with identifying and achieving your goals through person-centered and solution-focused therapy. In my therapy practice, I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment. I believe in treating the whole person and utilizing each person's unique strengths and abilities to help guide them through life's challenges and transitions and to find more hope, happiness and health. If this sounds like a good fit for you, please reach out and I look forward to meeting you!
Courtney DeFlanders
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,NCC,NSCS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemADHD
6 years offering treatment
I am licensed in the state of Georgia with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, family conflict, parenting issues, motivation, & self-esteem. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Tracey Nolen
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
14 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Georgia with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Princess Lee
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Georgia with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Excelsior?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Excelsior that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Excelsior available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Excelsior therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Excelsior therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Excelsior region and in the state of Georgia.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Excelsior can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Excelsior may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Excelsior offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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