Therapists in Waverly, GA
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Dr. Isabelle Valeus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Waverly, GA 31565
Dealing with anxiety, and depression, can be debilitating and cause difficulties with everyday tasks and relationships. Traumatic experiences can make us fearful of living, and daily experiences can sometimes confirm the lies we begin to believe about ourselves. I would love to help you build strong relationships, feel like you have the energy to take on the day and live a life that is not centered around the stresses and trauma you have experienced.
Dealing with anxiety, and depression, can be debilitating and cause difficulties with everyday tasks and relationships. Traumatic experiences can make us fearful of living, and daily experiences can sometimes confirm the lies we begin to believe about ourselves. I would love to help you build strong relationships, feel like you have the energy to take on the day and live a life that is not centered around the stresses and trauma you have experienced.
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Nannette Marie Brannon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Woodbine, GA 31569
I have over 18 years' experience providing counseling to adult, children, and families. I have experience with military issues. also have experience dealing with grief counseling. I have also provided counseling addictive issues. Individualize all counseling to meet the specific need of that person that I am counseling at the time.
I have over 18 years' experience providing counseling to adult, children, and families. I have experience with military issues. also have experience dealing with grief counseling. I have also provided counseling addictive issues. Individualize all counseling to meet the specific need of that person that I am counseling at the time.
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Kristen Keene
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brunswick, GA 31520
Are you overwhelmed with life or experiencing chaos? Sometimes finding the strength to get up and start the day may be too much. I am here to provide a place for you that’s safe, warm, and free of judgment. As your therapist, I will come alongside you and partner with you to help bring you hope and healing so that you can begin to enjoy life. I am committed to assisting you with gaining restoration and wholeness. Through working collaboratively together, healing happens!
Are you overwhelmed with life or experiencing chaos? Sometimes finding the strength to get up and start the day may be too much. I am here to provide a place for you that’s safe, warm, and free of judgment. As your therapist, I will come alongside you and partner with you to help bring you hope and healing so that you can begin to enjoy life. I am committed to assisting you with gaining restoration and wholeness. Through working collaboratively together, healing happens!
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Sheridan Ann Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodbine, GA 31569 (Online Only)
My goal is always to help you achieve your goals and to support you in your efforts to live the life you want to live. My basic orientation is psychodynamic, but I'm flexible in my approach. I honor the individuality of each person with whom I work. I believe in the strength of the human spirit and the possibilities of change for anyone who desires it.
My goal is always to help you achieve your goals and to support you in your efforts to live the life you want to live. My basic orientation is psychodynamic, but I'm flexible in my approach. I honor the individuality of each person with whom I work. I believe in the strength of the human spirit and the possibilities of change for anyone who desires it.
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Michael Gilliard II
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brunswick, GA 31520 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
There may be something you’ve always wanted to do, but have not started or worked on it for some reason. Maybe you’ve realized that you need some assistance or feedback however, you don't feel comfortable sharing these issues within your circle. You don’t have to solve those problems alone. We can find a resolution together. It may be a motivational push, words of encouragement, exploring internal issues, or knowing someone will be holding you accountable which helps you work on improving. We’ll identify your goals, break them down, and do what is needed in order to help you work towards achieving them one step at a time.
There may be something you’ve always wanted to do, but have not started or worked on it for some reason. Maybe you’ve realized that you need some assistance or feedback however, you don't feel comfortable sharing these issues within your circle. You don’t have to solve those problems alone. We can find a resolution together. It may be a motivational push, words of encouragement, exploring internal issues, or knowing someone will be holding you accountable which helps you work on improving. We’ll identify your goals, break them down, and do what is needed in order to help you work towards achieving them one step at a time.
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Living Transformations, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II, C-PD, CPCS, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Brunswick, GA 31520 (Online Only)
As a mental health therapist I am committed to assisting my clients in developing self-awareness and their ability to manage their behaviors and emotions in a healthy, meaningful and appropriate way. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), specializing in trauma therapy, anxiety disorders, grief/loss and Borderline Personality Disorder. It is my purpose to empower, educate and encourage my clients in their growth process so that they may manage life's challenges and struggles.
As a mental health therapist I am committed to assisting my clients in developing self-awareness and their ability to manage their behaviors and emotions in a healthy, meaningful and appropriate way. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), specializing in trauma therapy, anxiety disorders, grief/loss and Borderline Personality Disorder. It is my purpose to empower, educate and encourage my clients in their growth process so that they may manage life's challenges and struggles.
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Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked with people from many different cultures, sexual/gender identities, and active duty/veteran populations for over 10 years. I help my clients deal with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family and relationship problems, career changes, and many other issues at different points in their lives. My counseling approach is eclectic and includes cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, person-focused, psychodynamic, and solution-focused counseling modalities.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked with people from many different cultures, sexual/gender identities, and active duty/veteran populations for over 10 years. I help my clients deal with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family and relationship problems, career changes, and many other issues at different points in their lives. My counseling approach is eclectic and includes cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, person-focused, psychodynamic, and solution-focused counseling modalities.
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Claudia Luna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, GA 31520
Sometimes life's struggles and losses leave you with a sense of hopelessness and uncertainty about the future. You begin to question the meaning and purpose of your life as you have grown discontent with where you are and who you have become. You now find yourself feeling overwhelmed with life and as a failure. At times the feelings of fear, worry, anxiety, regret, shame, doubt, and uncertainty hit you all at once leaving you in a deeper emotional and physical pain. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a marriage, a breakup, a relationship, a pet, a job, a move, or hopes and dreams I can help.
Sometimes life's struggles and losses leave you with a sense of hopelessness and uncertainty about the future. You begin to question the meaning and purpose of your life as you have grown discontent with where you are and who you have become. You now find yourself feeling overwhelmed with life and as a failure. At times the feelings of fear, worry, anxiety, regret, shame, doubt, and uncertainty hit you all at once leaving you in a deeper emotional and physical pain. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a marriage, a breakup, a relationship, a pet, a job, a move, or hopes and dreams I can help.
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Hi, there. I'm Lori Posnansky. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of clinical experience working with various individuals with Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness, Stress, and Weight Loss. I utilize a combination of Christian Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral treatments. I believe that with the help of therapy in a short time, you can improve your functioning.
Hi, there. I'm Lori Posnansky. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of clinical experience working with various individuals with Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness, Stress, and Weight Loss. I utilize a combination of Christian Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral treatments. I believe that with the help of therapy in a short time, you can improve your functioning.
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Beauty For Ashes Counseling & Mental Health Serv
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, GA 31521 (Online Only)
My true passion and life purpose is to help hurting people achieve the best possible quality of life. With all of life's difficulties, we often need assistance in developing coping skills, healthy thought patterns, and emotional equilibrium. I see myself as a guide who helps people navigate through difficulty to holistically healthy living, based on their own personal commitment, faith, and self determination.
My true passion and life purpose is to help hurting people achieve the best possible quality of life. With all of life's difficulties, we often need assistance in developing coping skills, healthy thought patterns, and emotional equilibrium. I see myself as a guide who helps people navigate through difficulty to holistically healthy living, based on their own personal commitment, faith, and self determination.
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Have you ever wondered why you get caught in cycles? Do you struggle with thoughts that weigh you down, mood swings that paralyze you, and behaviors that keep you from moving forward? Life doesn’t have to be a continuous battle for freedom, peace, and wholeness. You’re capable of healing and transforming your life from survival to thriving. Reaching your deepest desires is possible when you’re given the right tools and safety to explore. You have everything you need inside of you to be all that you desire. Decisive, articulate, bold, secure, healed, at peace, and whole.
Have you ever wondered why you get caught in cycles? Do you struggle with thoughts that weigh you down, mood swings that paralyze you, and behaviors that keep you from moving forward? Life doesn’t have to be a continuous battle for freedom, peace, and wholeness. You’re capable of healing and transforming your life from survival to thriving. Reaching your deepest desires is possible when you’re given the right tools and safety to explore. You have everything you need inside of you to be all that you desire. Decisive, articulate, bold, secure, healed, at peace, and whole.
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Hello! My name is Amekia, and I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Masters's degree in Professional Counseling. I believe in using a client-centered approach and feel that it is important to establish a great rapport and relationship with each client and that we can learn from one another. I also feel that it is my job to be a support system and guide for you as you journey along the path of finding yourself again or growing.
Hello! My name is Amekia, and I am a licensed professional counselor in Georgia. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Masters's degree in Professional Counseling. I believe in using a client-centered approach and feel that it is important to establish a great rapport and relationship with each client and that we can learn from one another. I also feel that it is my job to be a support system and guide for you as you journey along the path of finding yourself again or growing.
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Virginia, best known to her colleagues and clients as Betsy, is an active and very engaged psychotherapist for over 20 years in Georgia and Ohio. Her passion for helping others to achieve emotional wellness is reflected in her work with women, children and families. Her speciality is trauma work and the use of a variety of therapies including EMDR, IFS, CBT, Somatic Processing and the creative process to help clients understand their emotional inner life when just words are not enough. Her approach is holistic. She often recommends out of the box-approaches to health like yoga, EFT and meditation as an adjunct to talk therapy.
Virginia, best known to her colleagues and clients as Betsy, is an active and very engaged psychotherapist for over 20 years in Georgia and Ohio. Her passion for helping others to achieve emotional wellness is reflected in her work with women, children and families. Her speciality is trauma work and the use of a variety of therapies including EMDR, IFS, CBT, Somatic Processing and the creative process to help clients understand their emotional inner life when just words are not enough. Her approach is holistic. She often recommends out of the box-approaches to health like yoga, EFT and meditation as an adjunct to talk therapy.
If you or your child are struggling with attention, learning, or emotional struggles, I can help you uncover the foundation of your difficulties. Then we can explore ways to improve individual and/or family functioning and restore a sense of balance.
If you or your child are struggling with attention, learning, or emotional struggles, I can help you uncover the foundation of your difficulties. Then we can explore ways to improve individual and/or family functioning and restore a sense of balance.
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Radiant Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, GA 31520
We strive to be a leading force in the therapeutic process by practicing our “4 C’s”: being CARING, COMPETENT, CLIENT CENTERED and, COLLABORATIVE! We are committed to fighting the stigma that seeking therapy is something to be ashamed of. We believe that engaging in the therapeutic process should be as celebrated as engaging in physical fitness and as vital as going to the doctor. We work to assist our clients in discovering that through open and honest dialogue, we can find clarity, a sense of peace and individual inner radiance.
We strive to be a leading force in the therapeutic process by practicing our “4 C’s”: being CARING, COMPETENT, CLIENT CENTERED and, COLLABORATIVE! We are committed to fighting the stigma that seeking therapy is something to be ashamed of. We believe that engaging in the therapeutic process should be as celebrated as engaging in physical fitness and as vital as going to the doctor. We work to assist our clients in discovering that through open and honest dialogue, we can find clarity, a sense of peace and individual inner radiance.
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Hosea Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Brunswick, GA 31520
Are you feeling overwhelmed and dread in your life? Or maybe you are struggling in your relationships, causing you stress and chaos? Sometimes finding the strength to get up and start the day may be too much. You do not have to struggle alone. We are here to provide a place for you that’s safe, warm, and free of judgment. One of our judgment-free therapists will come alongside you and partner with you to help bring you hope and healing so that you can begin living. We are committed to assisting you with gaining restoration and wholeness. Through working collaboratively together, healing happens.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and dread in your life? Or maybe you are struggling in your relationships, causing you stress and chaos? Sometimes finding the strength to get up and start the day may be too much. You do not have to struggle alone. We are here to provide a place for you that’s safe, warm, and free of judgment. One of our judgment-free therapists will come alongside you and partner with you to help bring you hope and healing so that you can begin living. We are committed to assisting you with gaining restoration and wholeness. Through working collaboratively together, healing happens.
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Come to a comfortable, safe space to unpack whatever concerns the you have. I utilize a strengths-based approach in talk therapy with an emphasis on instilling hope. Together we will celebrate the victories, find a way through the barriers, and walk a path of recovery in whatever part of the journey you are on. I consider it a privilege when a client allows me into their sacred space. I have extensive experience working with diverse ages, cultures, faiths, occupations, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am licensed as LPC in Georgia, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Come to a comfortable, safe space to unpack whatever concerns the you have. I utilize a strengths-based approach in talk therapy with an emphasis on instilling hope. Together we will celebrate the victories, find a way through the barriers, and walk a path of recovery in whatever part of the journey you are on. I consider it a privilege when a client allows me into their sacred space. I have extensive experience working with diverse ages, cultures, faiths, occupations, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am licensed as LPC in Georgia, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
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Hello! I'm Edward Parks. For more than 20 years I have worked in public mental health clinics and hospitals, honing my skills, in order to help you in an effective and efficient manner. I have addressed every issue from social anxiety to schizophrenia, and now, rather than applying a regimented school of treatment, I have learned to adjust my therapy style to my client's changing needs.
Hello! I'm Edward Parks. For more than 20 years I have worked in public mental health clinics and hospitals, honing my skills, in order to help you in an effective and efficient manner. I have addressed every issue from social anxiety to schizophrenia, and now, rather than applying a regimented school of treatment, I have learned to adjust my therapy style to my client's changing needs.
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I am a licensed professional counselor with ten years of experience in various counseling techniques, such as Individual, group, couples, and family therapy. I focus on anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, and Grief. I utilize theoretical approaches: Psychoanalysis, Cognitive Therapy, Solution-Focused, Client-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, Grief Therapy, and Positive Psychology. I genuinely believe therapy requires courage to embrace, understand, and confront life’s difficulties.
I am a licensed professional counselor with ten years of experience in various counseling techniques, such as Individual, group, couples, and family therapy. I focus on anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, and Grief. I utilize theoretical approaches: Psychoanalysis, Cognitive Therapy, Solution-Focused, Client-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, Grief Therapy, and Positive Psychology. I genuinely believe therapy requires courage to embrace, understand, and confront life’s difficulties.
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Carajean R Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, GA 31520 (Online Only)
I love helping people and I am so excited for you that you are considering engaging in services! I believe in an integrative approach to therapy which means focusing on the whole person rather than one problematic behavior which is most often only a symptom of underlying issues. In order to most effectively address your emotional or mental well-being we must also address your physical, biological, social, and psychological functioning. If you are ready to make changes to allow you to more fully enjoy your life then I am eager to assist you towards your goals.
I love helping people and I am so excited for you that you are considering engaging in services! I believe in an integrative approach to therapy which means focusing on the whole person rather than one problematic behavior which is most often only a symptom of underlying issues. In order to most effectively address your emotional or mental well-being we must also address your physical, biological, social, and psychological functioning. If you are ready to make changes to allow you to more fully enjoy your life then I am eager to assist you towards your goals.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Waverly, GA
< 10
Therapists in Waverly, GA who prioritize treating:
100% | Depression |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Chronic Pain |
100% | Parenting |
100% | Spirituality |
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
100% | Anger Management |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
100% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Waverly, GA see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Waverly?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.