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Stephanie Catrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. She has over 8 years of experience working with ad...
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Stephanie Catrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. She has over 8 years of experience working with adults in the state mental health system and 6 years of experience working with adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders by providing clinical assessments and therapeutic care for individuals with anger, depression, trauma, rape or abuse, personality disorders, and behavioral disorders.
Stephanie received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA, and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Troy University in Phenix City, AL. She utilizes a person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and Christian-based approach to therapy in collaboration with the individual to determine and achieve the goals of the client. She is always striving to develop the creative and flexible skills to aid individuals to reach and maintain their therapeutic goals and live their healthiest and happiest life.
Stephanie looks forward to developing a caring and professional relationship with you to build a therapeutic alliance aimed at reaching your personal goals, building skills to reach and maintain those goals, and living the most meaningful life that you can.
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I am very compassionate and genuine and I believe it is my job to empower people and help individuals to thrive in their current e...
I am very compassionate and genuine and I believe it is my job to empower people and help individuals to thrive in their current environment.
Mark Sherling is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia who has over 10 years of experience providing clinical assessments and therapeutic care to adolescents and adults seeking help with addiction, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, relationship issues, and difficult life transitions.
Mark received his Bachelor's degree in Psychology and his Master's degree in Clinical Counseling from Valdosta State University. He has a long history of working closely with individuals in crisis. Mark describes his therapy style as person-centered with a focus on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He has have found his approach to be effective in helping clients to begin exploring their lives in a supportive environment.
Mark loves being a therapist, working with a diverse variety of clients. He is passionate about assisting you or your loved ones to be able to recognize strengths, address challenges, and work towards positive growth.
As an open-minded, compassionate mother with eclectic life experiences, I understand many diverse personalities and situations....
As an open-minded, compassionate mother with eclectic life experiences, I understand many diverse personalities and situations.
Jessalyn Palmer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Georgia and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) who has 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings. She has a keen interest in helping you through the challenges and opportunities of life through a compassionate and non-threatening process. She believes mental wellness is just as important as physical health.
Jessalyn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from LaGrange College in 2003 and received her Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Georgia State University in 2005. She uses an integrative approach drawing from cognitive-behavioral, developmental, interpersonal, and attachment theories.
Jessalyn will help you create balance, have increased confidence, and help you to thrive! She believes in creating a warm, collaborative, positive, therapeutic relationship with each client. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and kids. She plays the cello in the local symphony and loves to walk and play with her two dogs!
Above all, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can heal, grow, and work towards their life goals with co...
Above all, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can heal, grow, and work towards their life goals with courage, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor with 8 years of experience. I have worked in clinical and management roles, and deeply enjoy working with people in relationships, whether they are navigating communication struggles, intimacy issues, or seeking growth together. I have extensive experience working with active-duty service members, veterans, and military families through short-term evidence-based clinical care. In addition, I provide therapy to children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
I have my Master of Arts in Counseling from Webster University and my Doctor of Education in Marriage and Family Counseling from Liberty University and I am a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, prolonged exposure therapy, and the Gottman method for couples.
I believe in meeting clients where they are to create an environment where recovery and empowerment can take place. If you are ready to begin your journey, I encourage you to schedule an appointment today!
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Alpharetta, GA will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.
It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.
Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.
Common signs of depression include:
Thriveworks depression counseling in Alpharetta, GA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Millions of people are affected by depression each year. It often shows up unannounced and stays longer than you expected. Sometimes, depression is tied to a specific event – a death of a loved one, loss of employment, or a broken relationship. Other times, it’s not clear how long you’ve been depressed, you only know that you’ve felt this way for a very long time.
Are you struggling with depressive thoughts or symptoms? Reach out to Thriveworks in Alpharetta to get the support you’re looking for. Although you may feel like you’re at the bottom of a very deep pit, there is hope. You can find healing and purpose again. You can find the happiness and joy you once had in life. There is help for you.
At Thriveworks Alpharetta Counseling, our trained and caring depression therapists can help you reclaim your happy, healthy, normal life. We can offer support and understanding when the circumstances of life seem overwhelming. You don’t have to go through these circumstances alone. We are here to help.
Call us now. Don’t wait another day. Our therapists are ready to help you. Call us at (770) 284-9252 to schedule an appointment now. You deserve a life of peace and happiness. Let’s begin your journey of healing together today!
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