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As a woman with life experience in parenting, marriage, grief, career changes, and multicultural living, I offer a grounded, compa...
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As a woman with life experience in parenting, marriage, grief, career changes, and multicultural living, I offer a grounded, compassionate space to support you through life’s transitions.
Lynda Cokuslu is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience. She draws from a rich personal journey that has included immigrating, raising a family, and starting a business to support clients through life transitions, cultural shifts, and personal growth. Lynda works with individuals facing anxiety, depression, burnout, and low self-esteem. Her clinical lens is shaped by lived experience and deep empathy, helping clients navigate change with insight and resilience. Lynda works with couples, gamblers, and rural communities, offering tailored support and purpose-driven care in every session.
Lynda earned her Master’s in Counseling from Capella University. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and eye movement desensitization reprocessing to help clients manage distress and shift negative thinking.
Lynda understands that life can feel overwhelming, especially during transitions or resurfacing pain. She helps teens and adults reduce stress and improve relationships by offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to explore emotions, clarify goals, and begin their healing journey.
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Meagan Harrison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia with ten years of experience supporting diverse popul...
Meagan Harrison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia with ten years of experience supporting diverse populations, including young adults and individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. She completed her undergraduate studies at Louisiana State University and received her Master of Social Work from Tulane University. Meagan utilizes relational, strength-based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches to therapy while maintaining the creativity, flexibility, and awareness tailored to the unique needs of each individual. She is also an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider. Meagan provides an environment of compassion and support to jointly address your needs, goals, concerns, and desires toward effective coping skills, stronger relationships, and authentic living.
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As a mom, I understand trying to deal with burnout and symptoms of anxiety and depression while handling a busy schedule....
As a mom, I understand trying to deal with burnout and symptoms of anxiety and depression while handling a busy schedule.
Caroline Pressley is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 2 years of experience. She specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, major life transitions, burnout, and relationship challenges. Her ideal client feels overwhelmed and seeks a compassionate professional to help them regain balance, confidence, and emotional clarity. Caroline aims to empower others with practical strategies, personalized care, and a safe space for growth, fostering resilience and long-term well-being. By blending proven techniques with genuine care, she helps individuals make real and lasting life changes.
Caroline received her Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina. She uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Caroline’s practical and supportive approach focuses on building resilience, fostering self-acceptance, and creating meaningful steps forward.
Caroline understands how overwhelming life can feel and believes everyone deserves support during tough times. She provides a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their struggles and find practical solutions. If you’re ready to take the next step toward growth and healing, Caroline is here to walk alongside you.
I am a therapist that is not here to judge but to assist each individual in understanding themselves and their behavior....
I am a therapist that is not here to judge but to assist each individual in understanding themselves and their behavior.
Mary Campbell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia who has over 8 years of professional experience. She specializes in treating adult clients who are suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, family conflict, anger issues, grief, divorce, life transitions, women's issues, and more.
Mary completed her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Psychology from the University of Detroit. She then received her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University where she graduated with honors. Mary utilizes a number of theories and techniques to assist each individual in meeting their goals, including cognitive behavioral (CBT) and dialectal behavioral (DBT) approaches.
Mary inspires a collaborative relationship with every client and understands that one size does not fit all. She looks forward to maintaining a relationship with every individual based on solid rapport building. Work together with her to create a better tomorrow for yourself—a future that begins with your emotional wellbeing.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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LGBTQIA+ counseling is a type of queer affirmative counseling dedicated to assisting individuals and couples in navigating the intricate intersections of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and mental health, with a primary goal of fostering well-being, self-acceptance, and affirming a client’s life experiences as a queer individual. Although not all LGBTQ+ individuals seek specialized counseling, a substantial number discover vital support and empathy within these inclusive and affirming therapeutic settings.
Thriveworks LGBTQ+ counseling in Marietta, GA typically begins with an initial assessment to understand your specific needs. LGBTQ+ counselors aim to create a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for anyone within the LGBTQ+ community by encouraging self-acceptance and offering an understanding of your identity and experiences. LGBTQ+ therapy addresses issues like coming out, discrimination, mental health challenges, and gender transition, and provides support for LGBTQ+ relationships.
LGBTQ+ counseling is incredibly important because it can help queer individuals accept their identity, learn self-love, and give them important tools for facing the challenges of being a queer person in today’s society, among many other benefits. LGBTQ+-affirming therapists can understand the unique perspective and experiences of queer individuals as they help them process past trauma, address family conflicts, treat issues with anxiety, and more.
Thriveworks LGBTQ+ counseling in Marietta, GA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The number of sessions for LGBTQ+ counseling depends on the specific needs and goals of the individual. It could encompass a relatively limited series of sessions or extend into a longer counseling plan. The precise quantity and duration of sessions typically emerge through collaborative discussion with the counselor, taking into account the client’s progress and their therapeutic objectives.
While many in the LGBTQ community are enjoying recent advances for their legal equality and cultural acceptance, many who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning understand that there is still much work to be done. Both the good and the bad are true. Human rights victories for marriage equality and the growing number of cultural voices using their platform to promote inclusion are some of the highlights. The lowlights are that marginalization and discrimination are often regular occurrences for those within the LGBTQ community. These forms of inequality exact a severe toll. The LGBTQ community as a whole suffers higher rates of anxiety, addiction, and depression than other populations.
The counselors, life coaches, and therapists who work at Thriveworks Marietta understand the power of living in one’s trust and the power of self-acceptance. We are committed to providing holistic care to our clients and in particular, to support our clients who are members of the LGBTQ community with the informed and sensitive care that they deserve. If you could benefit from LGBTQ+ counseling, reach out to Thriveworks Marietta for help. We’re here for you.
Good therapy offers individualized care. Each person’s experiences are unique and unlike any others. Your experiences are one-of-a-kind. No one else faces the challenges that you face. No one else has the opportunities you have. No one else has lived the experiences that you have lived. When the therapists at Thriveworks Marietta offer inclusive and affirmative counseling, it also means that they are inclusive and affirmative of your unique story. Our professionals work hard to earn each client’s trust, as trust is the basis of any therapeutic relationship. As the relationship between each counselor and each client progresses, clients often feel comfortable going deeper and often experience more healing. To go deeper, therapists may raise questions such as…
When the counseling room is a judgment-free place, people often feel safe enough to explore without feeling ashamed or without fear. Clients often feel comfortable speaking freely of their past trauma as well as their future hopes. Topics that are commonly addressed in LGBTQ therapy include:
What is happening in your life right now? What are the challenges? Maybe you are experiencing marginalization or discrimination. If so, the staff at Thriveworks Marietta wants you to know that we are deeply sad you are experiencing this stigmatization, and you are worthy of belonging and respect. Maybe you are focused upon your future and are ready for your next achievement. If so, the staff at Thriveworks Marietta wants you to know that you are worthy of reaching your dreams. Whatever your journey is, we are honored to be a part of it.
When you contact Thriveworks Marietta, know that you may be meeting with your therapist the following week. We accept many forms of insurance, and we offer evening and weekend sessions. However, we do not keep a waitlist so you will never be put on one. Our desire is that our clients receive the care they need when they need it. Call Thriveworks Marietta today.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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