My name is Siyama Drake. I’m a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Georgia with over 26 years of experience working with diverse populations.

My name is Janie Thompson, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Dalton, Georgia working statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults with an array of issues such as but not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with an eclectic approach to other modalities. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each individual. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is my primary approach allowing me to identify strengths in every person and build on their experiences with new skills and techniques to overcome obstacles. I provide support and education for individuals with empathy and kindness in a relaxed atmosphere.

I am an effective counselor, experienced both professionally and personally, who specializes in working with men and couples who want real change, not endless conversation. I also work with young men struggling to make their way in the world. Much of my work focuses on men who feel frustrated, disconnected, stuck, or under pressure to “hold it together” while things quietly fall apart underneath. Many of my clients are intelligent, capable, and successful on paper, but are struggling with anger, anxiety, relationships, identity, or major life transitions. I offer a grounded, direct, and respectful approach that helps men understand what is actually driving their reactions and how to respond differently and without shaming, pathologizing, or watering things down. I also work well with couples who are caught in recurring conflict, emotional distance, or breakdowns in trust. My approach helps couples slow things down, identify the patterns keeping them stuck, and rebuild communication and connection in a way that is practical and sustainable. Sessions are structured, balanced, and focused on progress so therapy feels purposeful rather than chaotic or one-sided. My style is warm but straightforward. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic, and person-centered work, and structured couples frameworks, while tailoring treatment to the person, not the model. I am active in sessions, ask thoughtful questions, and help clients move from insight to action. If you are looking for a therapist who will take you seriously, challenge you appropriately, and help you make meaningful changes in your life or relationship, we may be a good fit. If you want durable change, clarity, and growth, therapy can be a powerful investment.

I work with each client as a team effort. Each person I see has their own story and unique perspective on that story, and I believe that within that story are the seeds of healing. My approach is to see you as a whole person who is struggling with something, whether it is anxiety, depression, relationship issues, substance abuse, communication, parenting, trauma, etc. Most often, it is how we perceive a situation or a struggle that shapes how we deal with it or respond to it. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia, I hope I can help you with whatever your struggle may be, and help you rewrite your story. My favorite book of all time is Viktor Frankl's *Man's Search for Meaning*. One of the many wonderful things he says in that book is, "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves."

I specialize in depression, relationship difficulties, career challenges, and anxiety. Twenty-five years of experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds have taught me that building upon my clients' strengths works. We don't just look at what's wrong; we also help you build on what you're doing right. It's possible to find solutions and experience change. I work with most insurance plans,. Please call for a phone consultation or email and move forward in your life.

I specialize in working with anyone affected by addiction, family members of addicts, and anyone looking to grow and expand self-awareness. I am a certified addiction counselor. I am a certified brainspotting practitioner, which branches off of a trauma modality known as EMDR. I am a certified experiential specialist. I am an anger resolution specialist. I am also listed on the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) State of Georgia site as a clinical evaluator. Addiction is a disease that often pushes us to go against our morals; this causes uncomfortable emotional states that we tend to want to avoid discussing. To begin healing, we must feel these emotions, and to feel the emotions, we need someone to process them with. I have personally experienced the darkness of addiction in my own life and strive to help people see their light!

Have you found yourself walking around with a protective armor, or putting on a mask as you navigate the struggles of daily life? When you have been taught to put your needs last, who is the one who cares for you? As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on your journey to a more authentic you. l take a humanistic approach and culturally competent lens to treatment in which we will process your unique lived experience (and perhaps generations before you) in a judgment-free space while empowering you to be more conscious of your strengths & better equipped to make changes in your life to help you fulfill your goals. I provide virtual individual & family therapy for all ages and specialize in trauma work. I am trained in multiple evidence-based interventions including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. With my training & your experience, we can partner on your journey to healing. Therapy is a place in which you can bring your whole self - your race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, culture and the history that framed who you are today. My grandmother used to say, "Little by little, a bird makes its nest." With this first step to seek therapy, you are one step closer to a more authentic and fulfilling you.

I am here to support children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am certified as a trauma specialist and a brainspotting practitioner for children, adolescents, and adults. I incorporate a holistic approach, mind-body and spiritual alternative therapies such as meditation groups and meditation and art groups. I value being compassionate and respecting where people are in their journey and creating a safe space for children, adolescents, and adults. I value, appreciate, and respect the gift of neurodiversity as we are meant to honor and accept our differences. I also believe that we all have a "Healing Intelligence" within, moving us toward healing and growth. My role is not to "fix" the client or to tell them what's wrong. Instead, I act as a facilitator, helping the client connect with this powerful inner guide within themselves. I trust the client's process and their ability to access this deep knowing that will guide them towards their own well-being.

Shakaelah Fisher is a licensed associate professional counselor with 2 years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults. She specializes in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship challenges. Shakaelah's therapeutic approach is client-centered and personalized, grounded in the belief that every person's path to healing is unique. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered, and her goal is to tailor each session to meet individual needs while equipping clients with tools for lasting growth.

I have been practicing therapy since 2019 and hold an LPC. I typically work with couples who are facing communication challenges and broken trust along with helping them reconnect. I work with individuals and help them to gain healthy coping skills to deal with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.

Feeling Stressed, Anxious, Overwhelmed, Depressed? Let us help you reclaim your life. We provide solution-focused therapy in a supportive environment to help move you beyond limiting barriers to a more fulfilling and enjoyable life. We provide psychotherapy, psychological and psycho-educational testing and evaluations, and ADHD Coaching. Consistent with our goal of meeting your where you are we provide in person and online psychotherapy and coaching through a secure telehealth platform. Seeking help for emotional concerns can be a challenge, we try to make it as convenient as possible whether in our cozy office or from the comfort of your home. So call our office to speak with a live person about our services and to schedule an appointment.

You are courageous and willing to make a positive change! I specialize in working with couples, children, adolescents, and families. We may combine many treatment methods, including solutions and balancing of social, spiritual, environmental, and physical aspects of functioning. By developing specific treatment goals, we have a greater chance of successful outcomes. Also, I'm a Sondermind Provider for additional resources!